Clinical Research Technician/Phlebotomist, Early Phase Clinical Research - Dallas, TX

About the Role

Fortrea is a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience. We provide pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access, and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. With over 19,000 staff conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients globally.

This is a full-time overnight weekday shift with some weekends, office-based position in Dallas, TX. A schedule will be provided in advance.

Responsibilities

• Interact directly with healthy volunteer participants while learning to read clinical research protocols in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Accurately perform blood pressure, venipuncture, weights, pulse, respiratory rate, and temperature readings.
• Prepare and accurately record ECGs/Holters.
• Collect and process biological samples as specified in the protocol and ensure proper distribution of those samples.
• Monitor meals to ensure dietary compliance by research participants.
• Assist in the preparation of rooms and medical equipment.
• Assist with screening procedures as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient working and study environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.
• EMT, CMA, or CNA certification preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience required.
• 1 year of related experience.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a laboratory and/or clinical environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.
• Occasional drives to site locations and occasional domestic travel.
• Exposure to biological fluids.
• Personal protective equipment required, such as protective eyewear, garments, and gloves.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an upright and/or stationary position for 6-8 hours per day.
• Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment.
• Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.
• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.
• Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.
• Regular and consistent attendance.
• Varied hours may be required.

About the Team

Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact.

The environment is:

• Fast-paced: No deviations from the study protocol are allowed, and not meeting a timeline by even a few minutes will create a quality issue.
• Changing priorities: Constantly requires you to prioritize and adapt on the spot.
• Teamwork-oriented: People skills are essential for the study to run smoothly.
• Technology-based: We collect our data directly into an electronic environment.

Benefits

Regular, full-time, or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD (multiple insurance carriers)
• 401(K)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee recognition awards
• Multiple ERGs (Employee Resource Groups)