Clinical Research Technician
About The Position
Retina Consultants of Texas (RCTX) is seeking an individual to provide accurate documentation and summarization of the ocular examination and recommendations while maintaining patient flow and communication regarding appointment status within a high volume practice. The candidate will work exclusively within the EMR system (Nextech) supporting the providers as they interact with the patient. The candidate must be able to travel to multiple clinics to meet the needs of the patients and providers, and support the clinic's variable hours (Monday - Friday, 6:30 am to 6:30 pm). Schedules are provided weekly and are based on the physician's clinic, patient and surgery schedules. Clinic staff are also provided the opportunity for weekend hours if available.
Requirements
- High school diploma required
- Previous healthcare or research experience preferred but not required
- Ability to understand and articulate complex concepts
- Quick learning ability and adaptability
- Bilingual capabilities preferred (English primary)
- Demonstrates hard work and dedication
- Exhibits authentic care for patients and colleagues
- Shows innovation and problem-solving abilities
- Must be able to walk and stand for entire work shift.
- Must be able to move frequently from standing and sitting depending on exam room configuration during clinic sessions.
- Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly-lit setting.
- Must be able to hear softly spoken words.
- Must be able to add support for elderly patients getting in and out of exam chairs.
- Lifting required up to 30 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science/Biology preferred
Responsibilities
- Obtains comprehensive patient history including chief complaint, history of present illness, patient and family history of both ocular and general illnesses, history of allergies, and current medications
- Accurately performs and documents visual acuity, confrontational visual fields, evaluation of motility, pupillary function tests, dilation, and ocular tonometry
- Assists physicians with laser procedures, injections, and minor procedures while maintaining sterile and safe environment protocols
- Performs intraocular pressure checks after injections
- Provides compassionate patient care throughout the clinic flow
- Maintains cleanliness in exam and procedure rooms and back-up levels of supply stock
- Counsels, consents, sets up and assists with in-office procedures
- Counsels and educates patients regarding clinical trials, articulating complex study information clearly
- Conducts informed consent processes for research studies
- Administers all mandatory questionnaires to study subjects
- Prepares visit-specific documentation and charts for Physician Clinic Team
- Promptly requests all necessary medical records for Serious Adverse Event Reporting
- Processes and ships laboratory biological samples for analysis
- Coordinates and schedules subject visits within study/subject specific windows per protocol guidelines
- Transcribes subject study information from source documents to Electronic Case Report Forms
- Obtains any applicable additional/required sponsor training and/or certifications
- Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical Insurance Plans
- Vision Insurance Plan
- Dental Insurance Plan
- 401K Contribution
- Life Insurance
- PTO and Holiday Pay
- Employee Assistance Program
- Incentive Rewards Program
- Certification Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
