Clinical Research Assistant, PRN

About the role

Care Access is working to make the future of health better for all. With hundreds of research locations, mobile clinics, and clinicians across the globe, we bring world-class research and health services directly to communities that often face barriers to care. We are dedicated to ensuring that every person has the opportunity to understand their health, access the care they need, and contribute to the medical breakthroughs of tomorrow. With programs like Future of Medicine, which makes advanced health screenings and research opportunities accessible to communities worldwide, and Difference Makers, which supports local leaders to expand their community health and wellbeing efforts, we put people at the heart of medical progress. Through partnerships, technology, and perseverance, we are reimagining how clinical research and health services reach the world. Together, we are building a future of health that is better and more accessible for all.

Responsibilities

• Support participant care and event operations, including phlebotomy, specimen handling, and documentation (paper or electronic).
• Help set up and manage clinical research events to ensure they run smoothly, safely, and compliantly.
• Be part of a mobile, mission-driven team advancing the future of healthcare access.
• Perform venipuncture and capillary collections (as applicable) while maintaining aseptic technique and participant comfort.
• Handle and prepare biospecimens with care — labeling, processing, packaging, and transferring or shipping under proper chain-of-custody and temperature controls.
• Communicate clearly and promptly escalate any safety or quality concerns to onsite leadership.
• Accurately document all procedures and results in approved systems (e-source, logs, etc.) according to ALCOA-C++ and ensure regulatory compliance (GxP, HIPAA).
• Follow established SOPs to help keep each event audit-ready and compliant.
• Welcome participants and help guide them through event flow.
• Set up and break down event stations, prepare kits and supplies, and maintain a safe, organized, and professional workspace that reflects Care Access’ high standards.
• Assist with light administrative and inventory tasks that keep the event running smoothly, from restocking supplies to supporting team coordination.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year performing phlebotomy and specimen handling activities.
• Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in venipuncture and specimen handling best practices, with strong attention to labeling, documentation, and chain-of-custody integrity.
• Clear, compassionate communication skills and professionalism when engaging with participants and community partners.
• Comfort using mobile apps and e-source tools for real-time logging and documentation.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented — able to thrive in dynamic event environments and work independently under event-day guidance.

Skills

• Proficiency in venipuncture and specimen handling best practices.
• Clear, compassionate communication skills.
• Comfort using mobile apps and e-source tools.
• Reliability and punctuality.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$34.00 - $44.00 USD per hour for full time team members.

Schedule

This is an on-site position with less than 10% travel requirements. Occasional planned travel may be required as part of the role. Physical demands associated with this position Include: The ability to use keyboards and other computer equipment. Walking - 20%. Standing - 40%. Sitting - 30%. Lifting (up to 25 lbs., over 25lbs, and overhead) - 10%. Driving - Exposure to bloodborne pathogens - 50% (variable by station supporting).