TECH ADVANCED

SPAULDING CLINICAL RESEARCH LLC•West Bend, WI

8d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for advanced technical procedures (such as, but not limited to, meal administration, subject positioning, bag check, vital signs, ECG lead placement, phlebotomy, urine collection, PK runner, height/weight/BMI, dose verification) in the conduct of clinical trials with emphasis on the safety and welfare of study participants. Performs the practical activities of clinical studies according to protocol, regulatory requirements, SOPs, scope of practice and current training status. The Statements made in the job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of people assigned to this job.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and interpret the English language.
Portrays professionalism in all interactions at Spaulding Clinical.
Good computer skills; inclination to adopt technology to maximize efficiency
Demonstrates strong analytical, problem solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Detail oriented, good organizational traits.
Self-motivated
Must be results-oriented, multi-tasking, quick learner, respond to the urgent needs of the team, and show a strong track record of meeting deadlines.
Ability to work beyond normal work hours and various shift availability required.
Ability to perform and record data entry via computer systems while conducting timed clinical procedures.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands along with fingers, to handle or feel.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include clarity of vision both near and far.
Ability to identify and distinguish colors.
Associate's Degree in a scientific/medical discipline desirable
Phlebotomy Certificate or associated real-world (on-the-job training) experience required
Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant certification highly desirable
BLS certification required within 6 months of hire or promotion date.

Responsibilities

Performs meal administration, ensuring the correct meal and correct content is delivered to the correct study participant.
Performs subject bag checks to ensure no contraband is present on study floor
Performs study activities such as ECG positioning, exercises, or other study procedures requiring supervision of subjects.
Performs venipuncture, capillary, and/or IV specimens from study subjects according to established protocol, maintains aseptic technique.
Performs proper and accurate sample management, including collection, identification, transport, and/or processing of biological (blood, urine, etc) subject samples.
Performs dose verification, assisting Clinical Research Nurses during dose administration to accurately verify subject identity and dosing labeling, as additional quality check.
Report any subject complaints of adverse events immediately to Charge staff or Clinical Research Nurses to ensure appropriate evaluation and treatment.
Performs and records physical measurements including height, weight, and BMI calculation.
Performs and records vital sign measurements (blood pressure, pulse oximetry, heartrate, temperature, respirations, etc).
Places ECG electrodes and leads accurately to ensure precise telemetry monitoring.
Performs additional task list items as delegated and supervised by Charge Staff.
Reviews Study Specific Trainings and applicable protocols for a thorough understanding of the study procedures, as they apply to their role and ensures that Delegation of Authority/Training Log for each study is completed in a proper and timely manner.
Keeps abreast of SOPs, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ICH guidelines, state and national laws and ethical standards.
Observes and maintains all HIPAA, OSHA, and Exposure Control regulations and Emergency Response as required by applicable training.
Creates and maintains accurate records of all protocol activities and events, as delegated and trained.
Follows progress of volunteers and provides for their care, comfort and safety by attending to their needs during study participation.
Participates in quality assurance of clinical research projects and initiates the need for same as it impacts on clinical practice.
As required for study or site needs and if trained and delegated may be assigned study procedures such as obtaining participant information/histories/questionaries/meals/vital signs/EKGs/drug administration/specimen collection/luggage searches.