Paramedic / Madison WI (On-Site)

As one of the largest Clinical Research Organizations in the world, we have four Early Phase Clinical Research Units in the UK and US.

We are currently seeking a Paramedic I, to interact directly with our healthy volunteer participants while learning to read clinical research protocols and enjoy working in a fast-paced team-oriented environment. Each day is different, you will be exposed to a wide variety of Therapeutic Indications and study types (ascending dose, first-in-human, food effect, drug to drug interactions, etc.)

This is a full-time, office/clinic-based job in Madison, WI.

If you join us, you will work with some of the world´s leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies in a vital stage of clinical development: establishing the safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics of a new drug.

Many are drawn to their profession because of its direct impact on patient care. If this is your case, you will not miss that working in Phase 1 trials. Whilst allowing you to have a close face-to-face relationship with participants, and as you continue to practice your clinical skills and knowledge, you´ll be involved with the latest medical technologies and treatments, witnessing their development firsthand. When the drug you worked with gets approved, you know you´ll touch many patient´s lives around the world.

What You Will Do

You will utilize your skills, knowledge, and clinical judgement to provide a high standard of care clinical research.

Other Key Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely collection of blood samples via venipuncture
• Laboratory processing of biological specimens as specified by the protocol
• Accurately perform blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate and temperature reading
• Preparation and accurate recording of ECGs/Holters
• Monitors meals to ensure dietary compliance by research participants
• Assist in the preparation of rooms and medical equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe and efficient working and study environment
• 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
• Transcribe source documentation onto case report forms
• Assist with QC of source documents and case report forms
• Maintains a basic understanding of current regulatory requirements
• Attends all required meetings, as appropriate.
• Assists, 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.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

YOU NEED TO BRING…

• Current certification as a Paramedic in applicable state.
• Current CPR Certification.
• 0 – 2 years of related experience
  
  

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.
  
  

What do you get?

Benefits

Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD (multiple insurance carriers)
• 401(K)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee recognition awards
• Multiple ERG’s (employee resource groups)
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an upright and /or stationary position for 6-8 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.
  
  

Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here.