Clinical Research Health Professional

Position Details

Compensation: $30.00/hour

Position Type: Part-time (Non-Exempt)

Schedule: Hours will vary based on operational needs and the employee’s availability and will be discussed during the interview process.

Work Location: Illinois Tech, 10 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60616

Benefits: This position is not benefits-eligible. Benefits information for eligible positions is available here.

The Clinical Research Health Professional will participate in and conduct various aspects of clinical nutrition research projects. In addition to providing direct subject care and blood collection, the clinical nutrition research Health Professional may be involved in education, research and facility administration. The ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities while paying close attention to detail is an asset in this position.

Experience in a clinical nutrition setting is a plus. Candidates should have excellent phlebotomy skills (IV/ catheter placement, blood collection, infusion). Candidate should be proficient at screening subject applications and accurately collecting and documenting study medical information. Have good computer/typing skills and be familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel. Conduct research procedures according to the research protocol and demonstrate ability to handle multiple study subjects e working knowledge of Institutional Review Board (IRB) compliances, safety regulations, OSHA requirements and working knowledge of HIPAA compliance.

50% - Follow study protocols and practice good laboratory and patient care procedures to minimize risk / harm to subjects for biological sample collection: place IV / catheter and perform phlebotomy for blood collection, collect urine and other biological samples. Manage multiple subjects low up with subjects when needed and in case of adverse event.

15% - Prepare subjects for procedures by explaining technical procedures in a simple, clear way so they are not nervous about the procedure or its outcome. Maintain good rapport with research subjects.

15% - Maintain clinical sample collection rooms in good working order and perform basic facility operation and administration procedures such as inventory of biological sample collection, preparation and storage supplies, labeling of subject biological sample collection tubes and shipping/storage containers, etc.

10% - May assist with study operations such as recruitment, screening, enrollment, scheduling visits, data entry, quality control, anthropometric measurements, preparation of case report forms and source documents. Assist in recruiting and scheduling part-time nurses/phlebotomists.

10% - Prepare biological samples for freezing, storage, shipment and/or sample analysis.

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Paramedic with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.
• Active Illinois state licensing required.
• Possess knowledge of medical and scientific terminology, excellent phlebotomy skills, including IV/catheter placement with minimal discomfort, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Detail-Oriented:
  Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple studies and participants at once.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Build positive working relationships with the study team and participants. Maintain a professional, supportive approach that helps participants feel comfortable and continue in the study.
• Technical skills. Should possess knowledge of medical and scientific terminology, excellent phlebotomy skills, including IV/catheter placement with minimal discomfort, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Paramedic in the state of Illinois.
• Completion of a clinical research certificate or other appropriate medical licenses or certificates are a plus, but not essential.

May provide oversight and training of part-time or contract research nurses /phlebotomists/paramedics.

Internal customers include Supervisor, Project Investigators and Project Coordinators. Conditions of satisfaction for meeting internal customer needs include: timely response to needs and deliverables; high level of skill in handling multiple subjects at once; ability to follow protocols and procedures; ability to perform basic assigned tasks to meet established timelines and metrics.

External customers include study subjects. Conditions of satisfaction for performance include: ability to ensure subject safety, comfort and well-being during study procedures; effective communication with subjects regarding procedures and timelines; ability to follow-up with subjects who have adverse.

• Requires standing or sitting for extended periods and the ability to assist and safely support participants who need help moving or repositioning.
• Works primarily in a clinical lab setting with strict safety procedures and required protective equipment (e.g., lab coat, gloves).
• Handles…