Research Assistant (PRN Weekends) - ICON Strategic Solutions : Job Details

Research Assistant (Medical Assistant, Phlebotomist, EMT/Paramedic, RN, LVN) - US, San Antonio, TX- Office

**Weekend shifts only available (days/nights)**

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

We are currently seeking a Research Assistant (PRN) to join our diverse and dynamic team. The Research Assistant is integral in the execution of all aspects of the clinical trial, will have direct patient contact and is responsible for ensuring that all clinical trial activities are performed as outlined by the clinical trial protocol. As a Research Assistant, you will also be responsible for performing the task(s) as per clinical trial protocol, ICON Early Phase Services SOPs, FDA, ICH GCP, and utilizing proper source documentation techniques; and participate in clinical trial meetings and training as warranted by the study protocols.

What you will be doing:

• Responsible for clarifying any clinical trial related issues to ensure proper execution of clinical trial.
• Collection of Pharmacokinetic specimens.
• Apply all IEP CRU Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) applicable to job duties.
• Familiarize and understand protocol requirements.
• Participate in all internal and external clinical trial meetings, as appropriate.
• Quality checks all completed source documents to ensure accuracy, legibility and completion of all data points.
• Ensure the collection of data and dataflow through the QC process (e.g. completion of internal queries).
• Participate in the QC execution and review of study documents (e.g. source documents, informed consents).
• Collection and transport of laboratory specimens (e.g. blood and urine).
• Ensure proper use of all medical equipment and supplies.
• Proper disposal of bio-hazardous waste.
• Participate in all clinical trial meetings and trainings as warranted.
• Give report to incoming research assistants.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations (e.g. OSHA, FDA, etc.).
• Follow any reasonable directive.
• To undertake other reasonably related duties as may be assigned from time to time

Your profile:

• Minimum of one-year experience in clinical research or related fields.
• High School Diploma or equivalency with medical assistant training/certification or other allied health certification
• Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Paramedic, EMT, LVN, or RN preferably with two years of experience
• Maintains current job-related competencies, certifications, and/or licensure.