****At K2 Medical Research, a privately-owned clinical research facility in the greater Orlando and Central Florida area, we specialize in conducting multiphasic clinical trials that promote the development of innovative and effective medical treatments while maintaining the safety and privacy of our participants. We are committed to fighting the diseases that plague our loved ones and ourselves. By harnessing the power of advanced clinical research and connecting our patients with the treatments of tomorrow, we can improve the health of our local communities, and by extent, the population of our world.
K2 is seeking a Clinical Research Technician I for our Providence, RI clinic. The Clinical Research Technician will:
support clinical trial performance and conduct congruent to the philosophy and mission of K2 Medical Research. Promote good clinical practices in the conduct of clinical investigations by possessing an in-depth knowledge of federal regulations and K2 Medical Research guidelines (SOPs) for the enrollment and maintenance of subjects in clinical trials, and by collecting, recording, and maintaining source and sponsor documentation.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist the Site Director and Project Management team on projects as needed
- Adhere strictly to the study protocol; obtain exemptions when necessary/appropriate
- Perform medical diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms, blood pressure checks, glucose measurements, etc.
- Collect and process blood and urine samples per protocol requirements
- Sanitize and stock treatment rooms and subject bedrooms
- Perform administrative tasks as needed
- Professionally interact with subjects, visitors, staff, and other healthcare professionals
- Maintain clinic and laboratory inventory
- Dispose of and replace biohazard waste in lab and exam rooms per OSHA requirements
- Troubleshoot any study issues
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to communicate in a clear and professional manner
- Adhere to Good Clinical Practices (GCP)
- Attention to detail and accuracy in completing tasks
Qualifications:
- HS Diploma or GED Transcript required
- Prior experience in a clinical environment preferred. Experience in clinical research is ideal
- Experience with phlebotomy required and phlebotomy certification preferred
- EMT and BLS certification preferred
• Applicants that don't meet 100% of the above qualifications but who have a combination of related education, applicable experience, demonstrated capability, and a genuine passion for success in this position may also be consider.
At K2, we value our employees and their professional and personal needs, and support these through our benefit offerings:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employer paid Long-Term disability and Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance, Voluntary Life and Long-Term Care Insurance, Legal Shield, Employee Assistance Program, and various discount programs.
- 401(K) Plans- Traditional and Roth plans are available; 4% employer match that is immediately vested
- PTO of 16 days per year, 17 days after the first year of FT employment
- 9 paid Holidays
- K2 observes a four-day work week, Monday through Thursday, for full time employees. Fridays are non-working days unless required by business needs.