Clinical Research Technician - Phlebotomist

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Able to assist in the preparation of data collection binders and study documents as assigned by the Study Nurse Coordinator.
• Able to assist with any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 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.