EMT - Clinical Research Unit Clinician

Evolution Research Group; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolution Research Group (ERG) is a neuroscience-focused clinical development company conducting Phase I–IV trials across the U.S. and beyond.

The Unit Clinician supports trial conduct by dispensing investigational drugs, collecting biological samples, performing venipuncture and ECGs, and documenting in subject charts under GCP guidelines. Requirements include EMT certification with active state licensure, CPR (ACLS preferred for EMT), and at least one year of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate or completion of an EMT program; licensure required.
• Valid EMT license in the state of practice.
• CPR certification required; ACLS required for EMT.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines.
• Excellent communication with providers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and collect investigational products, routine medications, and PRN medications while subjects are housed on the site observation unit as dictated by written orders.
• Perform protocol procedures including vital signs, blood collection/processing, ECGs, and point‑of‑care testing.
• Perform basic lab procedures including tube preparation, sample collection, centrifugation, storage, and shipping of specimens.
• Ensure proper disposal of biological specimens.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow site SOPs and regulations.
• Adapt to evolving organizational needs and potential expansion of responsibilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

EMT Certification

CPR Certification

ACLS for EMT

Phlebotomy Certification (preferred)

Job description

Evolution Research Group (ERG) is dedicated to delivering high-quality Phase I–IV clinical trial execution to help sponsors bring lifesaving and life‑enhancing therapies to market quickly and safely. Founded in 2014, ERG has grown into a leading neuroscience clinical development company, with affiliate sites across the U.S. and deep expertise in clinical pharmacology, psychiatry, neurology, acute pain, and metabolic disorders. ERG has completed over 5,000 trials and continues to expand into high‑need therapeutic areas in the U.S. and globally.

Why Join Us?

We offer a supportive culture, meaningful work, and the opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge research alongside industry leaders. Plus, we offer competitive benefits including medical and dental coverage, a matching 401(k), and paid time off to recharge.

Job Description

The Unit Clinician assists with the conduct of clinical trials through dispensing investigational drugs, the collection of biological samples, performing venipuncture, electrocardiograms, tube labeling, sample processing, documenting in subject charts, and other related tasks in accordance with the doctor’s written orders. In executing these responsibilities, the Unit Clinician is guided by Good Clinical Practices (GCP).

Responsibilities

• Dispense and collect investigational products, routine medications, and PRN medications while subjects are housed on the site observation unit as dictated by written orders.
• Perform appropriate research protocol procedures which may include but are not limited to vital signs, blood collection and processing, ECGs, and point‑of‑care laboratory tests.
• Perform basic lab procedures including but not limited to preparation of specimen tubes and labels, blood specimen collection, centrifuge operation, storing and shipping of lab specimens, accountability of specimens and notification of courier for specimen pick‑ups.
• Ensure that biological specimens are disposed of appropriately.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Study, learn and comply with ERG site standard operating procedures, and other policies, practices, and regulations where applicable.
• Additionally, this role may encompass responsibilities beyond those outlined above, as required by the evolving needs of the organization. This job description is intended as a foundation and may be subject to expansion or modification to best suit ERG’s objectives.

Education and Experience

• Graduate or completion of an approved accredited EMT program. Education and requirements will be determined by the site need and protocol requirements.
• Valid license as an EMT in the state of practice; maintain current license.
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience.
• CPR certification required; ACLS required for EMT.
• Phlebotomy certification (national) preferred.
• Understand regulatory requirements, as well as Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.
• Communicate with providers, co‑workers, and others in a collaborative and courteous manner.
• Knowledgeable in medical terminology to communicate with physician office and staff.
• Able to initiate or modify behavior to achieve desired outcomes despite environmental factors, priorities, or problems that might not be well defined or that are subject to change.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Ability to organize and prioritize within a changing environment.
• Uses safety/universal precautions to protect self, subjects and staff.
• Able to appropriately implement protocol and regulatory requirements in study conduct.
• Proficient in venipuncture, centrifugation, sample storage and performing electrocardiogram.
• Excellent documentation practices.
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Attentive to detail, good initiative and able to work with changing priorities.