Patient Care Technician

Evolution Research Group; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Matching 401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Evolution Research Group is looking for a Patient Care Technician to assist in clinical trials in Little Rock, Arkansas. Responsibilities include monitoring trial subjects, collecting biological samples, and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma, with CPR and phlebotomy certification preferred.

This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Join ERG and contribute to crucial clinical research.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience preferred.
• Understanding of GCP and ICH guidelines.
• Ability to communicate with providers and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks on clinical trial subjects.
• Collect biological samples and perform ECGs.
• Ensure proper disposal of biological specimens.

Skills

Venipuncture

Excellent documentation practices

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school degree or equivalent

CPR certification

Phlebotomy certification (national)

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. We provide competitive benefits, including medical and dental coverage, a matching 401(k), and paid time off to recharge.

Job Description

The Patient Care Technician assists with the conduct of clinical trials by overseeing the care of clinical trial subjects while housed on unit. Responsibilities include collection of biological samples, venipuncture, electrocardiograms, tube labeling, sample processing, documentation in subject charts, and other related tasks in accordance with the doctor’s written orders. The role is guided by Good Clinical Practices (GCP), International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and company standard operating procedures and policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular safety and status checks on clinical trial subjects housed on unit as determined by physician orders.
• Perform appropriate research protocol procedures delegated by the investigator, including but not limited to vital signs, blood collection and processing, ECGs, and point‑of‑care laboratory tests.
• Perform basic lab procedures delegated to the technician, including 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 for both fellow employees and clinical trial subjects.
• Engage clinical trial subjects in group activities or one‑on‑one activities while housed on unit.
• Ensure subjects have linens, toiletry items, and other sundries needed while the subject is housed on the unit.
• Serve meals and provide snacks to clinical trial subjects while they are housed on unit.
• 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.

Skills and Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school degree or equivalent.
• One (1) year of clinical experience preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Phlebotomy certification (national) preferred.
• Understand regulatory requirements, as well as Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.
• Able to communicate with providers, co‑workers, and others in a collaborative and courteous manner.
• Knowledgeable in medical terminology so as 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.
• Use 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.