Paramedic (On-Call) / Madison, WI (On-Site)

About the Role

As one of the largest Clinical Research Organizations in the world, we operate four Early Phase Clinical Research Units in the UK and US. We are seeking a Paramedic (On‑Call) to interact directly with healthy volunteer participants, learn to read clinical research protocols, and thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. The position is full‑time, office/clinic‑based in Madison, WI, and involves working with leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical‑device companies during the vital Phase 1 stage of clinical development.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate clearly and effectively with physicians, nurses, investigators, and other clinical team members to support coordinated participant care.
• Deliver basic and advanced medical care, within defined scope of practice, 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.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, secondary school diploma, or equivalent.
• Relevant formal academic or vocational qualification.
• State license or certification as a Paramedic.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Strong paramedic skills, including airway management, IV establishment, and sub‑cutaneous injections.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for professional interaction with staff, management, physicians, investigators, and participants.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks and respond effectively to emergency medical situations.
• Preferably ≥ 2 years of experience as a Paramedic.
• Experience assessing and responding to emergent and non‑emergent medical situations.
• Experience documenting clinical observations, interventions, adverse events, and related source data (preferred).
• 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.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), study protocols, site standard operating procedures, Standing Orders, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Ability to learn and apply location‑specific procedures, including radiolabeling requirements where applicable.
• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, attention to detail, adaptability, and composure in urgent or high‑pressure situations.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This role is performed primarily in a clinical research unit and/or clinical environment.

• Clinic/Lab setting with exposure to electrical office equipment.
• Occasional drives to site locations and occasional domestic travel.
• Exposure to biological fluids; required personal protective equipment such as protective eyewear, garments, and gloves.
• Ability to work upright or stationary for 6‑8 hours per day.
• Repetitive hand movements with fast, simple, repeated motions of fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment.
• Occasional crouching, stooping, frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.
• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software (both in‑house and off‑the‑shelf).
• Light to moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15‑20 lb), including luggage and a laptop computer.
• Regular and consistent attendance; varied hours may be required.