Patient Care Technician

The START Center for Cancer Research (“START”) is the world’s largest early phase site network, fully dedicated to oncology clinical research. Throughout our history, START has provided hope to cancer patients in global community practices by offering "Hope Through Access” to cutting edge trials throughout the United States and Europe.

We are hiring a Patient Care Technician. The Patient Care Technician is responsible for providing patient care to individuals who are participants in clinical trials that are conducted at START. The PCT uses appropriate judgment and decision-making in planning and providing care. Care is to be delivered in a manner consistent with the Standard Operating Procedures and standards of practice, and professional evidence-based standards.

Work Schedule:

Location: 4383 Medical Dr. San Antonio, Texas 78229

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Assist professional nurses and/or physicians in conducting examinations.
• Discuss patients' condition with nursing team.
• Draw blood and obtain specimens for clinical and research laboratory testing, where permitted by applicable law and organizational policy.
• Take vital signs.
• Perform ECGs.
• Prepare patients for examinations, tests and treatments and explain procedures.
• Record necessary information for review by nurses or physicians.
• May assist with clinical research or perform other specialized duties requiring supplemental training.
• Inventory and requisition of supplies and instruments.
• Set up equipment and prepare medical exam rooms.
• Prepare charts and lab requisitions for the next clinic day.

Required Education and Experience: 

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current BLS certification.

Preferred Education and Experience

• 1+ year of patient care experience.
• Previous oncology and/or clinical trials experience.
• Phlebotomy Certification

More About START

START clinical trial sites have conducted more than 1,000 early-phase clinical trials, including dozens of therapies that were approved by the FDA or EMA. START represents the world’s largest roster of early-phase principal investigators across its Network of clinical trial sites. Committed to accelerating passage from trials to treatments, START delivers hope to patients, families, and physicians around the world via our mission of “Hope Through Access”. As an example, in San Antonio, where START was founded, START treated the first patient ever with Keytruda – one of the most effective cancer drugs in medical history.

Learn more at STARTresearch.com.

Ready to be part of a team changing the future of cancer treatment?

Join us in our mission to conquer cancer, one clinical trial at a time. Your expertise and dedication can help us bring hope and healing to patients worldwide. Please submit your application online.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.