Medical Assistant - Clinical Research

CenExel•Anaheim, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct support to Clinical Research Coordinators in completing protocol-specific study goals while adhering to ICH, GCP, study protocols, and site guidelines and policies. The position supports clinical research studies across CenExel’s research sites, which conduct Phase I to Phase IV trials in specialties including Psychiatry, Acute Post Op Pain, Asian Bridging, Dermatology, GI, and Neurology. The role includes preparing and maintaining study documentation and supplies, supporting participant visits and assessments, completing data entry and query resolution, communicating with participants and external parties, and assisting with study coordination and monitoring activities. Other duties may be assigned. The listed responsibilities describe the general nature and level of the work and are not all-inclusive.

Requirements

California Medical Assistant Certification.
Interest in and knowledge of specific study indications.
Excellent computer skills and advanced knowledge of electronic equipment, including email, computers, fax machines, and copiers.
Skill in organization and record maintenance.
Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors and coworkers.
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 communicate clearly, both orally and verbally.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain patient charts for assigned studies.
Prepare participant visits based on the Clinical Research Coordinator’s schedule, ensuring source documents, assessments, lab kits, and other visit materials are available and accurate.
File lab results, EKG results, and other communications in designated patient charts.
Maintain inventory of study-specific supplies, including lab kits, assessments, and participant-facing materials.
Complete data entry and query resolution for case report forms (CRFs) within sponsor-specific timelines and deadlines established in contracts or other communications.
Assist Coordinators with assessments, including blood pressure and urine collection.
Communicate with study participants, caregivers, third-party vendors, and laboratories as needed.
Assist Coordinators with scheduling, copying, faxing, and other clerical tasks.
Assist Coordinators in facilitating study monitoring visits.
Complete daily responsibilities delegated by the Clinical Research Coordinator as they pertain to the study and/or participants.
Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.