Clinical Research Assistant

Intermountain Health

1d • $19 - $26 • Hybrid

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to assist in duties and activities associated with supporting clinical research and research studies at Intermountain Healthcare. A key responsibility of this position is to provide support to clinical research coordinators, clinical investigators, physicians, nurses, department managers and other staff. Essential Functions The following will be done under direct supervision: Sample Management: Assist in the collection, preparation, shipment, and evaluation of laboratory samples, and when applicable safely operate laboratory equipment in compliance with trainings and regulations. Data Entry & Documentation: Provide data entry and appropriate documentation into Intermountain departmental and study-related external programs. Maintains research records in accordance with policies and regulations. Archives research study records at study closure. Scheduling & Inventory Management: Schedule monitoring and vendor visits and manage study kit inventory. Prescreening Activities: Assist with prescreening activities by reviewing medical records of potential participants. Data Management: Collect, input, and maintain data in Intermountain and external databases. Procedure Preparation: Prepare for and organize upcoming research procedures according to designated study protocols. May support regulatory team of designated area as requested. Consent Assistance: Assist with obtaining research consent for patients on registry, observational, biospecimen, or other low-risk types of studies. Complies with training on techniques and processes, FDA Good Clinical Practice, and departmental SOPs to ensure compliance with Intermountain policy and procedure, research sponsors and federal rules and regulations. Collaboration & Other Duties: Interact closely with coworkers, medical staff, and patients, and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Teamwork
• Organization
• Prioritization
• Adaptability
• Continuous learner
• Critical thinking
• Self-motivation
• Written and Verbal Communication
• Time Management
• Experience using basic computer programs including Microsoft word processing, database, spreadsheet applications and e-mail

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a research, academic or healthcare setting
• Prior experience working with laboratory protocol, systems and documentation techniques

Responsibilities

• Assist in the collection, preparation, shipment, and evaluation of laboratory samples
• Provide data entry and appropriate documentation into Intermountain departmental and study-related external programs
• Maintain research records in accordance with policies and regulations
• Archive research study records at study closure
• Schedule monitoring and vendor visits and manage study kit inventory
• Assist with prescreening activities by reviewing medical records of potential participants
• Collect, input, and maintain data in Intermountain and external databases
• Prepare for and organize upcoming research procedures according to designated study protocols
• Assist with obtaining research consent for patients on registry, observational, biospecimen, or other low-risk types of studies
• Interact closely with coworkers, medical staff, and patients, and perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees