Clinical Research Paramedic

JOB TITLE:

Clinical Research Paramedic (CRP)

REPORTS TO:

Manager, Safety Operations;
Director, Safety Operations DIRECT REPORTS:
Not Applicable

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Clinical Research Paramedic is responsible for ensuring the well-being of study volunteers and the performance of clinical operations as they pertain to a protocol. The Clinical Research Paramedic title is an internal designation and the position could include Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) trained in Advance Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitor study volunteer health and safety by completing adverse event assessments

Oversee the monitoring of cardiac telemetry and continuous pulse oximetry

Administer concomitant medications to volunteers as allowed per protocol and approved by an Investigator Administer study drug according to study protocol guidelines

Intravenous (IV) catheter placement

Perform medical procedures, including but not limited to vital signs, electrocardiograms, phlebotomy, urine collection, etc.

Assist with preparing and serving meals to volunteers

Assist in oversight of Nurse’s Station and other clinic areas, as delegated

Perform general housekeeping duties as needed, such as restocking linens, taking out trash, sweeping floors, making beds, etc.

Other duties as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid state or national Paramedic or EMT license
• ACLS and BLS certification is required for Paramedic or EMT

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 1 year Paramedic or EMT experience
• Related job experience preferred