Medical Assistant - Clinical Research

CenExel•Bellflower, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct support to Clinical Research Coordinators in the completion of protocol-specific study goals while observing strict adherence to ICH, GCP, protocol, and site guidelines and policies. CenExel’s research sites specialize in Phase I to Phase IV clinical trials, with specialty areas including Psychiatry, Acute Post Op Pain, Asian Bridging, Dermatology, GI, and Neurology. The company focuses on quality people, teamwork, and highly experienced clinical research managers with a history of success.

Requirements

California Medical Assistant Certification (Required)
Phlebotomy experience or CPT (Required)
Interest in and knowledge of specific study indications.
Excellent computer skills and advanced knowledge of electronic equipment (i.e., e-mail, computer, fax machine, copier, etc.).
Skilled in organization and record maintenance.
Skilled in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors and co-workers.
Strong personal initiative and attention to detail.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to clearly communicate both orally and verbally.

Responsibilities

Creating and maintaining patient charts for all assigned studies.
Preparing participant visits based on CRCs schedule, ensuring all source documents, assessments, lab kits and other visit materials are available and accurate.
Filing of lab results, EKG results, and other communication in designated patient charts.
Maintaining inventory of study specific supplies including lab kits, assessments and participant facing materials.
Timely completion of data entry and query resolution for all CRFs, based on sponsor specific timelines and deadlines established in contract or other communication.
Assisting Coordinators in assessments, including but not limited to, blood pressure, urine collection.
Communicating with study participants, caregivers, third party vendors and laboratories as needed.
Assisting Coordinators with scheduling, copying, faxing, and other clerical tasks.
Aiding Coordinators in the facilitation of study monitoring visits.
Completion of daily responsibilities delegated by CRC as they pertain to the study and/or participants.
Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned.