Paramedic (Multiple Shifts Available) / Madison WI (On-Site)

About the Role

As one of the largest Clinical Research Organizations in the world, we have four Early Phase Clinical Research Units in the UK and US. We are currently seeking a Paramedic to interact directly with our healthy volunteer participants while learning to read clinical research protocols and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This is a full-time, office/clinic-based job in Madison, WI.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary safety contact for study participants within a Fortrea Clinical Research Unit (CRU) under the direction and medical oversight of the Physician/Investigator.
• Monitor participant safety and well-being, provide basic and advanced medical care within defined scope of practice, and support protocol-required clinical activities.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, investigators, and other clinical team members to support coordinated participant care.
• Deliver basic and advanced medical care to study participants in emergent and non-emergent situations.
• Lead resuscitation and stabilization efforts for participants experiencing life-threatening situations, following accepted medical protocols and study-specific treatment requirements.
• Monitor, document, and review active adverse events; communicate significant findings to the investigator and support ongoing safety assessments.
• Escalate participant safety concerns to the investigator for review and determination regarding study procedures and/or dosing.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the investigator or physician and in accordance with study protocols, Standing Orders, and site procedures.
• Perform technical procedures as delegated, including blood collection, vital sign measurement, ECGs, and other protocol-required clinical activities.
• Assess participants with out-of-range values for associated signs or symptoms, initiate appropriate interventions within scope of practice, and promptly notify the investigator when clinically indicated.
• Conduct study-related activities in accordance with study protocols, investigator instructions, Standing Orders, applicable regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Fortrea policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Accurately and contemporaneously document study procedures, participant observations, adverse events, interventions, and other required data in source documents and applicable systems.
• Perform all other duties as needed or assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, secondary school diploma, or equivalent required.
• Relevant formal academic or vocational qualification required.
• State license or certification as a Paramedic required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Strong paramedic skills, including airway management, IV establishment, and subcutaneous injections.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and credibly with staff, management, physicians, investigators, and study participants.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks and respond effectively to emergency medical situations.
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job required; preferably 2 or more years of experience as a Paramedic.
• Experience assessing and responding to emergent and non-emergent medical situations required.
• Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience and successful project outcomes in lieu of educational requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a clinical research, hospital, emergency medical services, or comparable healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), study protocols, site standard operating procedures, Standing Orders, and applicable regulatory requirements preferred.
• Ability to learn and apply location-specific procedures, including radiolabeling requirements where applicable, preferred.
• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, attention to detail, adaptability, and ability to remain composed in urgent or high-pressure situations preferred.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced environment with strict adherence to study protocols and timelines.
• Constantly changing priorities requiring adaptability and prioritization skills.
• Strong teamwork and people skills essential for smooth study operations.
• Technology-based environment with direct data collection into electronic systems.

Physical Demands

• Work performed primarily in a clinical research unit and/or clinical environment.
• Exposure to electrical office equipment, biological fluids, and occasional domestic travel.
• Personal protective equipment required, including protective eyewear, garments, and gloves.
• Ability to work in an upright and/or stationary position for 6-8 hours per day.
• Repetitive hand movement and occasional crouching, stooping, bending, and twisting.
• Light to moderate lifting and carrying, up to 15-20 lbs.
• Regular and consistent attendance with varied hours as required.

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 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)