The posting
The Role
Currently hiring for a Full-time Temporary Technician to support Day shift To follow protocol guidelines for the preparation, collection, transfer, storage and shipping of all screening specimens according to protocol requirements and OSHA/State of Florida biohazardous regulations. To collect biological samples, performs phlebotomy, vital signs and ECG’s in accordance with the specific activity schedule. To obtain all test results for review by the Investigators. 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.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
Reviews study protocols prior to initiation of study. Attends protocol training meetings to review specimen processing requirements and ensures availability of supplies needed. Coordinates services with any central lab involved in the study. Performs study procedures including vital signs, ECGs, and sample collection in compliance with study protocols and SOPs. Notifies Screening Nurse of any vital sign, ECG or laboratory parameters that may exclude volunteer from study. Completes source documents following GCP and GDP standards. Must comply with all relevant SOPs. Performs quality control checks for lab requisitions. Reports events regarding the damage or loss of a sample or incidences involving spillage or employee injury. Records the temperature of all freezers and refrigerators on the appropriate temperature logs on a daily basis. Verifies that all biohazardous materials are disposed of appropriately. Ensures proper labeling and preparation of biohazardous waste for transport. Prepares specimens for shipping and adheres to regulations for biological sample shipping. Arranges overnight/express shipping of specimens and maintains related shipping documents. Receives and sorts all laboratory test results for review by the Investigators and clinical staff. Ensures all lab results have been received for potential volunteers prior to utilization in a study. Perform vital sign and ECG measurements. Assist the recruitment team when required. Assists with any other duties as assigned. Performs blood collection, vital signs, ECGs and other study procedures as required at the overnight facility based on Screening and Clinic scheduling needs.
Job Demands
The job may involve the following:
Very high concentration of work Strict and tight deadlines Having to juggle a range of tasks/issues simultaneously Working in a hazardous environment with high requirement to follow safety procedures Working outside normal working hours Needing to respond to client demands
The Candidate
Phlebotomy certificate and/or Medical Assistant certificate. Minimum two years of active phlebotomy and laboratory procedures experience. Current IATA certification preferred. Working knowledge of State of Florida OSHA guidelines. High attention to details. Proficient computer skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to interact successfully with personnel and research volunteers.



