Nurse Practioner/Physician Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Clinical Research  

Adams Clinical is a leading clinical trial site network committed to accelerating the development of life-changing medicines. Our mission is simple: deliver uncompromising data quality, safety, and diverse enrollment to advance healthcare. Our vision is to set the gold standard for clinical trial excellence. We believe our people make the difference. Guided by our core values— Scientific Rigor, Operational Excellence, Commitment to Sponsors and Participants, and Authentic Collaboration —we create an environment where meaningful work drives meaningful change. 

At Adams Clinical, you'll find: 

• A culture of respect, transparency, and continuous improvement 

• Opportunities for professional growth and learning 

• A team dedicated to improving lives through innovation and integrity 

If you're passionate about making an impact in clinical research and want to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven organization, we'd love to have you on our team. 

Job Role  

Adams Clinical is seeking a PRN Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide flexible, as-needed clinical support across our Philadelphia area research site (19104). This role works under the supervision of our physician Principal Investigators and Clinical Operations leadership on the conduct of pharmaceutical-sponsored clinical trials in accordance with FDA regulations and GCP guidelines. 

Typical tasks will include, but are not limited to, IV catheterization and drug infusion, injections, phlebotomy, medical record and clinical results review, medication reconciliation, and medical liaising. The ideal candidate will have recent injection experience and must be comfortable working in a clinical research environment, following study protocols, and maintaining clear and timely documentation in accordance with study protocols and applicable research and regulatory requirements. 

Key Responsibilities:  

• Availability to provide on-site clinical support at least 2 weekdays per week, as needed to support protocol-required activities and participant visits. The expected frequency of availability may be adjusted based on applicable study protocols, site needs, and operational requirements. 

• IV placement, initiation and monitoring of IV infusions in accordance with the study protocol 

• Administer subcutaneous and intramuscular injections in accordance with study protocols 

• Support the preparation and handling of investigational product, as needed and as permitted by the study protocol, site procedures, and applicable requirements 

• Perform physical exams and other protocol-required assessments within scope of practice   

• Perform clinical review and assessment of protocol-required results and clinical data (e.g., laboratory results, ECGs, and vital signs) in collaboration with site Principal Investigators 

• Identify and escalate clinically significant findings, changes in participant condition, and potential reactions to study dosing, including those that may impact participant safety or subsequent dosing, in collaboration with the site Principal Investigators 

• Assist with difficult phlebotomy and IV placement for blood collection, as needed 

• Review medical records and reconcile relevant information with patient-reported history 

• Assist with collection and documentation of adverse events (AEs), concomitant medications, medical history 

• Assist with identification, documentation, and reporting of Serious Adverse Events (SAEs), including required regulatory/IRB documentation   

• Provide on-site clinical support during emergency situations, as needed 

• Document clinical assessments, procedures, and participant-related information accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with study protocols and applicable requirements 

Job Requirements:  

• Bachelor's degree and advanced clinical degree appropriate to Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant practice required 

• Current, unrestricted Pennsylvania RN license and Pennsylvania CRNP certification, with current national certification in the applicable NP specialty; OR current, unrestricted Pennsylvania PA license and registration and NCCPA certification (PA-C) as a Physician Assistant required 

• 2+ years of experience as an NP or PA preferred 

• Minimum requirement of 1 year of experience administering Botox® or other neurotoxin injections, including treatment of at least 2 patients or completion of 8 treatment sessions. Other relevant injection experience may be considered (e.g., dermatology-related injection experience) 

• BOTOX® injection experience for the treatment of chronic migraine is preferred 

• BLS/CPR certification preferred 

• Previous clinical research experience preferred, but not required 

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow study protocols and established clinical procedures while maintaining clear, accurate, and timely clinical documentation 

Hours:

This is a per diem/PRN position, with hours scheduled based on study and clinical needs. Candidates must have the availability to provide on-site clinical support at least 2 weekdays per week, as needed to support protocol-required activities and participant visits. The expected frequency of availability may be adjusted based on applicable study protocols, site needs, and operational requirements.

Pay: $75-87 per hour commensurate with experience 

Benefits:

• 401(k) / 401(k) matching

Adams Clinical is committed to being an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We focus on hiring and nurturing top talent. All employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline, and termination, are made based on the candidate's or employee's qualifications relevant to the position. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. 

In compliance with federal law, all individuals hired must, as a condition of employment, provide documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States and complete Form I-9 within the required time frame. Adams Clinical participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.