Medical Laboratory Technician

LMC Manna Research, IACT Health, and True North Clinical Research joined forces in late 2021 to become Centricity Research. Centricity Research is a clinical research organization with more than 40 sites, access to over 1.6 million patients, and more than 150 active investigators across Canada and the southeastern United States. Our name, Centricity Research, was purposefully chosen to signify the fact that we are customer centric. Our patient volunteers, sponsors, CROs, and physicians are the cornerstone of our business. The name Centricity Research also highlights the fact that our organization has earned a position of prominence and importance within the industry. We aim to build and nurture strong, trusting relationships with all audiences, and being customer-centric is embedded within our company culture

Currently, our rapidly expanding team and site network is looking for a **Medical Laboratory Technician **who can work for us on a** casual basis**, supporting our **Bayview **location.

**Responsibilities will include but are not limited to**:

- To conduct the clinical research study according to the study protocol, GCP, and the Centricity Research SOP/WP
- To be knowledgeable of the protocol so that all study activities are completed correctly
- To recruit patients for participation in clinical research studies according to research ethics board recommendations
- To obtain proper written informed consent from each study participant prior to participation in the study
- To screen the potential study participants according to the protocol’s inclusion and exclusion criteria
- To schedule study participant visits as per protocol
- To perform delegated protocol specific activities completely and accurately
- To obtain vital signs as required per protocol (i.e. blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, waist measurement, weight & height)
- To perform blood & urine collection, processing and shipping, as well as other on-site patient testing as needed (e.g. ECG, pulmonary function testing, IV infusion)
- Provide lifestyle adherence counseling & general training / education to study participants, as required by protocol
- To obtain all necessary documentation as required by the protocol (i.e. ECG, echocardiogram or pulmonary function test results)
- To monitor and report all adverse experiences and abnormal results to the Investigator, Sponsor and IRB if necessary
- To create & complete source documents and any other research documents required for the successful conduct of a clinical research study
- Meet with the Sponsor's representatives to discuss the conduct of the study and review study data

**Requirements**:

- Science background required (Certificate or B.Sc.) or completion of a Laboratory Technician or Assistant program at a recognized College or University.
- ** Minimum of 1 years of phlebotomy experience.**:

- ** OSMT or CSMLS certified or equivalent**:

- Previous experience with phlebotomy required
- IV skills an asset
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology
- Knowledge of general research procedures and regulatory requirements
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail oriented with exceptional organizational skills
- Proficiency with MS Office including creating spreadsheets, reports and presentation

Centricity Research seeks dynamic individuals who embrace learning and innovative opportunities and those who contribute to improving the health of Canadians today and tomorrow through clinical research.

**Centricity is committed to meet the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. These accommodations will be available upon request.**

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