Physician Assistant

Job Overview:

The Physician Assistant will provide an information service and knowledge base on the clinical aspects of clinical trials in Clinical Pharmacology. In addition, he/she may act as a sub-investigator.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Perform physical examinations/medical histories, and other participant assessments as delegated by the Medical Director/Associate Medical Director.
• Review screening data including laboratory data and assess participant eligibility to check-in to the unit for clinical trials.
• Interact with regulatory bodies as are relevant to the operations department.
• Assume responsibility as technical advisor to the clinical teams and other departments within Clinical Pharmacology.
• Maintain and further develop facilities and processes relevant to operations.
• May perform clinical feasibility review of new proposals.
• Oversee and direct the development/implementation of quality systems to ensure good clinical practices are maintained.
• Ensure compliance with FDA/GCP/ICH regulations.
• Perform routine study activities as needed.
• May assist operations and client managers with Sponsor visits and interactions as appropriate.
• Ensure safe working practices/environment is employed and maintained.
• Recommend changes as necessary and justify them in accordance with company policy.
• Attend investigator meetings as appropriate.
• Serves as an educational resource and instructor/trainer for staff.
• And all other duties as needed or assigned.

Qualifications (Minimum Required):

• UK: Post Graduate Diploma/MSc Physician Associate Studies or equivalent.
• Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.

Experience (Minimum Required):

• 3 to 5 years minimum relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications Include:

• Ability to communicate information.
• Ability to negotiate daily with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to effect change where persuasion is required.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Requires the handling of biological and/or hazardous or radioactive material.
• Must be able to see (distinguish colors) and hear.
• Must have an excellent command of the English language, both oral and written.
• Must be able to use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls, including a computer keyboard, for up to 6 hours per day.
• Must be able to stand and/or bend for up to 6 hours per day.
• Overtime and weekend work as required.

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