Clinical Research Technician - Phlebotomist (Per Diem)

The Role

• Collects biological samples, performs phlebotomy, vital signs and ECG’s in accordance with the specific activity schedule.
• Tracks overall study event schedule and participant compliance.
• To ensure study data is collected to a high quality in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
• To ensure subject safety at all times

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for collection of biological samples; e.g. urine, and sputum.
• Responsible for drawing blood specimens (by venepuncture) according to the times specified in the study schedules.
• Responsible for recording and maintaining records of blood draws and other biological specimen collections (per SOPs) via paper or electronic. 
• Assist with the proper labelling and preparation of blood collection tubes when indicated.
• Assures that all necessary blood collection tubes, equipment and supplies are on the floor prior to blood draw time.
• Prepares the unit for any scheduled activities and upon completion removes all equipment and/or supplies from the floor.
• Able to take and record accurate vital signs; recognize and report any abnormal vital signs.
• Able to operate ECG machine and or holter if within scope of practice.
• Promptly reports any study participant’s adverse event and/or lack of compliance to the Study Nurse Coordinator.
• Must be familiar with proper phlebotomy and laboratory procedures in compliance with OSHA regulations, Good Clinical Practices and Quotient Sciences Operating Procedures.
• Responsible for proper biomedical waste disposal procedures and schedules.
• Responsible for reading and understanding all protocols and schedules.
• Responsible for assisting in the recording and distributing of meals to study participants according to strict meal schedules.
• Assures that the unit is kept clean and orderly at all times and removes any items not permitted from the floor.
• Able to interact and maintain a professional demeanour with study participants during their inpatient stay.
• Responsible for observing confidentiality practices regarding any protocols, subject information and/or any relevant industry information at all times.
• Assists with the preparation of data collection binders and study documents as assigned by the Study Nurse Coordinator.
• Assists with any other duties as assigned.

The Candidate

• Technical school phlebotomy training or Medical Assistant certificate.
• Minimum two years of active phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Required to have working knowledge of OSHA regulations and proper blood collection techniques (evaluable during employee orientation period).
• Required to have proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English