Licensed Practical Nurse, Screening Department

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At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them.  No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team Whether you're a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it's time to discover your future at Altasciences.

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About The Role

The Licensed Practical Nurse, Screening Department will work with the Screening team to screen participants enrolled in clinical studies. Responsibilities of the Licensed Practical Nurse, Screening Department include intake/collection of tasks performed and assessment of overall participant eligibility regarding tasks performed in compliance with study protocol, Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Please note that this is a variable status position.

What You'll Do Here

• Perform screening assessment including but not limited to safety assessments, Medication Questionnaire, Screening Questionnaire, Weight & Height Assessments, Vital Signs, ECGs, Blood Collection and Urine Collection; all in accordance with protocol, SOPs and GCP/GDP regulations.

• Monitor, document and/or follow-up on participant adverse events; 

• Maintain and advocate a high level of customer service, quality and safety within the department. 

• Explain the informed consent, rules and regulations and answer volunteer's questions.

• Perform Sorting, Processing and Shipping of biomedical samples for pick-up to the Clinical Safety Laboratory;

• Ensure that the inventory of materials required for screening sessions is adequate.

• Ensure the confidentiality of clinical trial participants and sponsors is respected. 

• Proactively communicate issues and/or problem resolutions to departmental supervisors and managers;

• Continuously assess safety improvement opportunities and communicate to departmental management. 

• Ensure that the inventory of materials required for screening sessions is adequate.

• Perform sorting, processing and shipping of biomedical samples for pick-up.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• DEP in Health, assistance and nursing.

• Licensed practical nurse registered and member in good standing with the OIIAQ (Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers auxiliaires du Québec).

• Bilingualism is required (French and English).

• Ability to explain inform consent forms in front of a group (in French or/and in English).

• Ability to respond to medical emergencies.

• Customer Service focused.

• Ability to work under stress with accuracy.

Altasciences strives to provide a French working environment for its employees in Quebec. Although as part of its francization program has taken all reasonable steps to avoid imposing the above-mentioned requirement. Fluency in English is an essential requirement for the position of Licensed Practical Nurse - Screening Department including, but not limited to, for the following reasons:

• The requirement to have study protocols, designs and clinical research documents written and documented in English as required by industry regulatory agencies.

What We Offer

• Day Shift.

• Available to work every other Saturday (sometimes Sunday).

• On site position at our Montreal site (1100 Beaumont).

• Accessible by public transportation (Metro L' Acadie), Free parking for employees.

Altasciences' incentive programs include:

• Training and development programs

• Employee orientation bonus program

• Annual performance reviews

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Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences