Medical Associate

Medical AssociateAt Thermo Fisher Scientific, we work together to accelerate research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics, drive innovation and increase laboratory productivity. We know that our people are the source of our global success, and we embrace the opportunities and challenges we face as one team. If you're looking for an opportunity that you can build your future with a global leader, you'll discover that, at Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. And we're writing new chapters every day.The Medical Associate works under the direction of the Paramedic following the guidelines provided by the chief physician/investigator to ensure subject safety, health and well-being. This role assists with monitoring and treating the subject population, acting as an assistant to the Paramedic in observing, documenting, and treating AEs, or directly deferring to the physician/investigator as needed. The Medical Associate provides support to the Paramedic team to treat and care for subjects throughout all stages of the clinical trial.How you will make an impact:Act as subject safety contact for all study subjects in the Clinic.Provide basic medical care (within scope of practice), both emergent and non-emergent, to all study subjects, as appropriate.Monitor and record Adverse Events (AEs). Review all active AEs prior to dose and determine if it is safe for subject to proceed with study procedures and/or dosing in consultation with Paramedic or physician/investigator.Perform technical procedures including blood collection, vital signs, and ECGs.Assess out of range values for symptomology and may medically intervene should study subject's safety be in question.Perform forms of basic dosing including oral, inhalation and nasal.Requirements:High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualificationTechnical positions may require a certificatePrevious experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the jobCertified or licensed EMT/LVN or Medical Assistant and American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification is required in the state and/or municipality where employee is workingIn some cases, an equivalency consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training, and/or directly related experience will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the roleKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Skilled in scope of practice including Basic Life SupportSolid interpersonal skills and attention to detailStrong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, management and physicians in a professional and credible mannerAbility to effectively manage multiple complex tasksAbility to effectively manage potential emergency medical situationsPhysical Requirements:Occasionally stationary for 1 - 2 hours per dayRepetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wristsFrequent mobility requiredOccasional crouching, stooping, bending and twisting of upper body and neckLight to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbsAbility to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelfAbility to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentencesMay interact with others, relating and gathering sensitive information. Interaction includes diverse groupsWorks with guidance or reliance on oral or written instructions from management. May require periods of intense concentrationPerforms a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multi-taskRegular and consistent attendanceWorking Conditions and Environment:Work is performed in an office or clinical environment with exposure to electrical office equipmentFrequently works varying shiftsWorks weekends and/or holidaysFrequently works at a fast pace under varying time constraintsFrequently requires working on multiple priorities simultaneouslyFrequent exposure to bio-hazardous material, infectious diseases and/or illnessesPersonal protective equipment may be required such as protective eyewear, garments and glovesRequired Availability (Per Diem):This position is a per diem role, requiring flexibility to work across all shift types: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts.Training Requirement: All new employees must complete a mandatory training period during the 1st shift (typically 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM) for the first month of employment.Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as required by the department schedule.Ability to respond to on-call requests and cover shifts on short notice is essential.Willingness to rotate shifts and adapt to changing schedules as needed.