Medical Assistant - Clinical Research (6:00 pm - 6:00 am)

CenExel•Riverside, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant 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 role supports clinical research studies through participant visit preparation, documentation and data entry, study supply management, participant communication, and assistance with study assessments and monitoring visits. The schedule is three 12-hour overnight shifts, 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., with weekend availability required as part of the normal schedule. Training is paid and lasts two weeks on a morning shift; after training, the employee moves to the regular overnight schedule. The listed hourly range is $19.00–$20.00, depending on education, experience, and skillset, with four hours of overtime each day. The position is based in an indoor office environment. Essential physical activities include sitting, typing, standing, and walking; the position is lightly active and occasionally requires lifting up to 20 pounds. Reporting to work as scheduled is essential.

Requirements

California Medical Assistant Certification.
Phlebotomy experience.
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.
Availability to work weekends as part of the normal schedule.

Nice To Haves

Interest in and knowledge of specific study indications.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain patient charts for assigned studies.
Prepare participant visits according to the CRC schedule and ensure source documents, assessments, lab kits, and other visit materials are available and accurate.
File laboratory 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 CRFs within sponsor-specific timelines and deadlines established in contracts or other communications.
Assist Coordinators with assessments, including blood pressure measurement 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 CRC as they relate to the study and/or participants.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.