*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*On site position in New Haven CT\*\*\*\*\**
Clinical Research Staff (CRS) Paramedic:
·Provides hands-on assistance in the execution of clinical research studies at the Client’s Clinical Research Unit (CRU).
· Ensures that protocols are conducted according to requirements utilizing multiple techniques and procedures: collects, measures, and processes human biological samples for lab analysis; monitors and records adverse events with provision of basic first aid and nursing support activities; performs electronic and diagnostic measurements; provides instructions and support to research
participants; serves as a point of contact for multiple research and development partners; functions independently and within various teams to assist in the execution, monitoring, and recording of all studies.
*Organizational Relationships: *
· Reports to a Parexel FSP- assigned Line Manager with day-to-day direction from the Client; refer to Organizational Chart for details regarding assigned role and associated reporting structure.
*Primary Duties: *
· Owns, maintains, and ensures clinical training transcripts are always up to date.
· Maintains proficiency in various clinical procedures required in study execution.
· Ensures clinical research studies are conducted according to protocol requirements and internal SOPs, guidelines, work instructions, and process maps.
· Provides basic first aid and medical/nursing care within scope of practice.
· Assists in sample management, collection, and generation of computer labels.
·Records adverse events with referral to medical or nursing personnel for evaluation & treatment.
Performs electronic and diagnostic measurements including audiograms, electrocardiograms, visual exams, and other novel devices.
Performs and records physical measurements including vital signs and body measurements.
· Creates volunteer identification (photos, badges).
· Provides necessary instructions to research participants.
· Monitors and maintains usage of daily clinic supplies.
·Maintains equipment log & calibration records.
·Creates and ensures quality in work and data output by performing data cache review.
·Attends various clinical meetings (i.
e.
study start-up, in-service, department meetings, etc.
).
· Supports other additional clinical functions as delegated by the Client.
· Demonstrates holistic understanding of work processes at the Unit.
· Identifies with overall goals of the Client’s CRU and progresses clinical research studies as planned.
· Assists in the overall planning and delivery of clinical trials.
·Assists in the delivery of improved training program.
·Leads/supervises clinic contractors (and colleagues, as appropriate) during various shifts of operation as required.
· Provides/ supervises clinic support activities such as scheduling (e.
g.
, bed space, volunteer, staffing), supply requisitions and training, as required.
· Collaborates with clinical coordinators and clinical floor leads to maximize study implementation.
· Completes training assigned by Client and/or EP, as necessary, including general training requirements, SOPs, system, and process related training.
· Adheres to EP and Client SOPs and processes.
*Skills and Education:*
· Associate in Science degree in Life, Biomedical, or Social science is preferred.
Bachelor of Science in a health-related field is desirable.
· Minimum of 1-2 years of work experience in clinical research trials as data collector or clinical coordinator is preferred.
· State of Connecticut licensure as Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P).
Quality conscious with high degree of ethics and integrity carrying out duties in accordance to laws, regulatory standards, and with company policies and procedures.
· Proficiency in Microsoft (MS) Office and the ability to learn different software programs.
Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required.
· Ability to work beyond normal work hours and various shift availability required.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Vision insurance
Experience:
* Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* BLS Certification (Preferred)
* RN (Preferred)
Work Location: In person