Paramedic / Madison WI (On-Site)

  • FTSHA Fortrea Pharmaceutical Research & Development (Beijing) Co Ltd, Shanghai Branch
  • Madison
  • 3w ago
  • Full-Time
  • 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?

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.