This is full-time, rotational shifts of days, mids, nights and weekends, office-based position in Daytona Beach, FL.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Under the direction and medical oversight of the Physician/Investigator, the Paramedic acts as a primary safety contact for study participants within a Fortrea Clinical Research Unit (CRU). The paramedic monitors the study participants within the Fortrea CRU at all times, ensuring their continuous safety and well-being. 

Other key responsibilities:

• Collaborate clearly and effectively with physicians, nurses, and other medical team members to support coordinated participant care. 

• Deliver basic and advanced medical care, within their defined scope of practice, to study participants in both emergent and non-emergent situations, as appropriate. 

• Lead resuscitation and stabilization efforts for participants experiencing life-threatening situations, following accepted medical protocols and any study-specific treatment requirements. 

• Monitor, document, and review active Adverse Events (AEs); communicate significant findings to the investigator and support ongoing safety assessments. Escalate any participant safety concerns to the investigator for review and determination regarding study procedures and/or dosing. 

• Review active AEs for assigned studies and follow up with study participants as needed. 

• 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 needed, including blood collection, vital sign measurement, ECGs and other delegated clinical activities in accordance with protocol requirements, SOPs, and applicable regulations.

• 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 all study-related activities in accordance with study protocols, Investigator instructions, Standing Orders, applicable regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and Fortrea policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs). 

• Accurately and contemporaneously document study procedures, participant observations, adverse events, interventions, and other required data in source documents and applicable systems in accordance with protocol and site requirements. 

• Other duties as assigned.

YOU NEED TO BRING: 

• High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification. 

• Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience and successful project outcomes in lieu of educational requirements.

• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.  

• 2+ years as a Paramedic, preferred.

• State-licensing or certification as a Paramedic.  

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. 

• Strong Paramedic skills in all areas including airway management, I.V. establishment, and subcutaneous injections. 

• Strong interpersonal skills required 

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, management and physicians in a professional and credible manner  

• Ability to effectively manage multiple complex tasks 

• Ability to effectively manage emergency medical situations 

• Ability to learn and apply study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), site SOPs, Standing Orders, and applicable regulatory requirements. 

Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a laboratory and/or a clinical environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.

• Occasional drives to site locations, occasional domestic travel.

• Exposure to biological fluids.

• Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in an upright and/or stationary position for 6-8 hours per day.

• Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment.

• Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.

• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.

• Light to moderate lifting and carrying, or moving of objects, including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.

• Regular and consistent attendance.

• Varied hours may be required.

The important thing for us is you are comfortable working in an environment that is:

• Fast paced: where no deviations from the study protocol are allowed, and not meeting a timeline for even few minutes will create a quality issue.

• Changing priorities constantly asking you to prioritize and adapt on the spot.

• Teamwork and people skills are essential for the study to run smoothly.

• Technology based. We collect our data directly into an electronic environment.

What do you get?

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 ERG’s (employee resource groups)