Clinical Research Assistant
About The Position
The Clinical Research Assistant is an entry level clinical position and is designed to fully integrate the individual in the Care Access Research process while learning the skills necessary to be a Clinical Research Coordinator. This position has potential growth and advancement within the Care Access Research organization. How You'll Make An Impact Patient Coordination Obtain informed consent per Care Access Research SOP, under the direction of the CRC Complete visit procedures as required by protocol, under the direction of the CRC Collect, process and ship specimens as directed by protocol, under the direction of the CRC Maintain adherence to FDA regulations and ICH guidelines in all aspects of conducting clinical trials. Request study participant payments Schedule visits with participants, contact with reminders Request medical records of potential and current research participants Complete basic clinical procedures, such as blood draws, vital signs, ECGs, etc., under the direction of the CRC Ability to understand and follow institutional SOPs Documentation Record data legibly and enter in real time on paper or e-source documents Update all applicable internal trackers and online recruitment systems Assist with recruitment of new participants by conducting phone screenings Patient Recruitment Assist with preparation of outreach materials Identify potential participants by reviewing medical records, study charts and participant database Other Responsibilites Assist with query resolution Assist with administrative tasks such as copying, scanning, filing, mailing, emailing, etc. Assist with maintaining all site logs Assist with inventory and ordering equipment and supplies Interact in a positive, professional manner with patients/participants, sponsor representatives, Investigators and Care Access Research personnel and management. Communicate clearly verbally and in writing. Participate in recruitment and pre-screening events (may be at another location) Maintain effective relationships with study participants and other care Access Research personnel.
Requirements
- Bilingual in Spanish required
- Ability and willingness to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to learn to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills and a high degree of professionalism with all types of people
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- A working knowledge of medical and research terminology
- A working knowledge of federal regulations, Good Clinical Practices (GCP)
- Critical thinker and problem solver
- Friendly, outgoing personality with the ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure
- Contribute to team and site goals
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- High level of self-motivation and energy
- An optimistic, “can do” attitude
- A minimum of 1-year recent working experience as a Medical Assistant, EMT, LPN, Clinical Research Assistant or Phlebotomist.
- Phlebotomy Experience and Proficiency Required
Nice To Haves
- Some Clinical Research experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Obtain informed consent per Care Access Research SOP, under the direction of the CRC
- Complete visit procedures as required by protocol, under the direction of the CRC
- Collect, process and ship specimens as directed by protocol, under the direction of the CRC
- Maintain adherence to FDA regulations and ICH guidelines in all aspects of conducting clinical trials.
- Request study participant payments
- Schedule visits with participants, contact with reminders
- Request medical records of potential and current research participants
- Complete basic clinical procedures, such as blood draws, vital signs, ECGs, etc., under the direction of the CRC
- Ability to understand and follow institutional SOPs
- Record data legibly and enter in real time on paper or e-source documents
- Update all applicable internal trackers and online recruitment systems
- Assist with recruitment of new participants by conducting phone screenings
- Assist with preparation of outreach materials
- Identify potential participants by reviewing medical records, study charts and participant database
- Assist with query resolution
- Assist with administrative tasks such as copying, scanning, filing, mailing, emailing, etc.
- Assist with maintaining all site logs
- Assist with inventory and ordering equipment and supplies
- Interact in a positive, professional manner with patients/participants, sponsor representatives, Investigators and Care Access Research personnel and management.
- Communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
- Participate in recruitment and pre-screening events (may be at another location)
- Maintain effective relationships with study participants and other care Access Research personnel.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Paid Holidays
- 100% Employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Bi-weekly HSA employer contribution
- Company paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) Retirement Plan, with Company Match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
