TECH BASIC

Description

THIS IS A PART TIME POSITION.  

HOURS TYPICALLY 4PM - 10PM, MONDAY THRU FRIDAY AND WEEKENDS.

Job Summary:

Responsible for basic technical procedures (such as, but not limited to, meal administration, participant positioning, bag check, vital signs, ECG (electrocardiogram) electrodes and leads placement, urine collection, and drug screen) in the conduct of clinical trials with emphasis on the safety and welfare of study participants.  Performs the practical activities of clinical studies according to protocol, regulatory requirements, SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), scope of practice and current training status.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:              

• With supervision, ensures that clinical trials are conducted according to protocol requirements by utilizing the following techniques & procedures.
• Performs meal administration, ensuring the correct meal and correct content is delivered to the correct study participant.
• Performs participant bag checks to ensure no contraband is present on study floor.
• Performs study activities such as vital signs and ECG positioning, or other study procedures requiring supervision of study participants.
• Performs and records vital sign measurements (blood pressure, pulse oximetry, heart rate, temperature, respirations, etc.).
• Performs urine collection for drug screen and analysis, ensuring proper instructions for sample are given to participants and proper sample requirements are met.
• Places ECG electrodes and leads accurately and performs quality check to ensure precise telemetry monitoring.
• Performs additional task list items as delegated and supervised by Charge Staff.
• Reviews Study Specific Trainings and applicable protocols for a thorough understanding of the study procedures, as they apply to their role and ensures that Delegation of Authority/Training Log for each study is completed in a proper and timely manner.
• Keeps abreast of SOPs, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ICH guidelines, state and national laws and ethical standards.
• Observes and maintains all HIPAA, OSHA, and Exposure Control regulations and Emergency Response as required by applicable training.
• Creates and maintains accurate records of all protocol activities and events, as delegated and trained.
• Follows progress of participants and provides for their care, comfort, and safety by attending to their needs during study participation.
• Participates in quality assurance of clinical research projects and initiates the need for same as it impacts on clinical practice.
• As required for study or site needs and if trained and delegated may be assigned study procedures such as obtaining participant information/histories/questionaries/meals/vital signs/EKGs/drug administration/specimen collection/luggage searches.

   

  The Statements made in the job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.  These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of people assigned to this job.

   

  Skills/Qualifications               

  • Ability to read, write and interpret the English language.
  • Portrays professionalism in all interactions at Spaulding Clinical.
  • Proficient computer skills: inclination to adopt technology to maximize efficiency.
  • Demonstrates strong analytical, problem solving skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Detail oriented, good organizational traits.
  • Self-motivated
  • Must be results-oriented, multi-tasking, quick learner, respond to the urgent needs of the team, and show a strong track record of meeting deadlines.
  • Ability to work beyond normal work hours and various shift availability required.
  • Ability to perform and record data entry via computer systems while conducting timed clinical procedures.

  Physical Demands:

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands along with fingers, to handle or feel.
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include clarity of vision both near and far. 
  • Ability to identify and distinguish colors.

  Hazards:

  • Potential for exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals
  • Potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens

  Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • BLS certification required within 6 months of hire or promotion date.

   

   Spaulding Clinical Research management has the discretion to hire personnel with a combination of experience and education which may vary from the above listed skills and qualifications.

Qualifications

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