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Job Overview: Responsible for performing practical/administrative activities of clinical trials in Clinical Pharmacology in line with protocol and regulatory requirements.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Accurately perform blood pressure, pulse, weights, respiratory rate and temperature readings.
- Preparation and accurate recording of ECGs/Holters.
- Accurate and timely collection of blood samples via venipuncture.
- Collection and processing of biological samples as specified in the protocol and ensures the proper distribution of those samples.
- Laboratory processing of biological specimens as specified by the protocol.
- Monitors meals to ensure dietary compliance by research participants.
- Assist with screening procedures as necessary.
- Assist in the preparation of rooms and medical equipment.
- Maintain a clean, safe and efficient working and study environment.
- Assist with QC of source documents.
- Transcription of data from source documentation to BDC System.
- Foster respectful relationships with study participants.
- Accurately record all research data obtained or observed.
- Observe study subjects for general well-being and potential adverse events, taking appropriate action as needed.
- Assist with training of new staff members.
- Maintains a basic understanding of current regulatory requirements.
- Attends all required meetings, as appropriate.
- Assist, as necessary, with study procedures.
- Maintains accurate records of all work undertaken.
- Maintains skills to perform all study tasks, as required.
- Maintains constant awareness of participant safety and dignity at all times.
- Handles participant complaints efficiently and effectively in order that their satisfaction is maintained.
- Ensures that client and participant confidentiality is maintained.
- Responds to client and team queries in a timely manner.
- Takes ownership for the quality and standard of own work.
- Check in and check out study participants.
- May perform IV cannulation in study participants.
- Administer investigational compounds and perform study-related procedures (ECGs, telemetry, venipuncture, etc.).
- Monitor participant well-being, document adverse events, and respond to emergencies.
- Assists with project team to complete projects on time where required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications (Minimum Required):
- Required: Current certification as a Paramedic in applicable state.
- Current CPR/ACLS Certification.
Language Skills Minimum Required:
- English: Speaking/Writing/Reading
Experience (Minimum Required):
- Required: 0-2 years Paramedic experience.
- Phlebotomy experience.
Preferred Qualifications Include:
- Handling of biologically hazardous or radiolabeled material is necessary.
- Must be able to see (distinguish colors) and hear to meet, if necessary, the job requirements.
- Ability to work in an upright and /or stationary position for 10-12 hours per day.
- Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment.
- Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.
- Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.
- Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.
- Regular and consistent attendance.
- Varied hours may be required.
The important thing for us is you are comfortable working in an environment that is:
- Fast paced: where no deviations from the study protocol are allowed, and not meeting a timeline for even few minutes will create a quality issue.
- Changing priorities constantly asking you to prioritize and adapt on the spot.
- Teamwork and people skills are essential for the study to run smoothly.
- Technology based. We collect our data directly into an electronic environment.
Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here.
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Fortrea
Apr 06, 2026