Research Assistant

Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia•Lower Makefield Township, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia (CCP) is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Research Assistant to support clinical and pharmaceutical research activities at their Yardley, PA office. This full-time role involves assisting with study coordination, patient interactions, data collection, regulatory documentation, and research-related administrative duties. Candidates with a Medical Assistant background are encouraged to apply, as direct patient care experience and strong clinical knowledge are highly valued. The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, and passionate about contributing to research that advances patient care and medical innovation.

Requirements

1 Year Clinical experience working with adult patients, cardiology preferred
Clinical Research experience preferred
Medical Assistant certification or previous experience as a Medical Assistant, Clinical Assistant, LPN or healthcare support professional, required
1-2 years of Phlebotomy experience required
Strong organizational and time-management skills, and the ability to multitask
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record (EMR) systems
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive patient information
Foundational understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and human research protections

Nice To Haves

Good Clinical Practice R3 training preferred
IATA certified preferred, but can be provided

Responsibilities

Enter data from visit worksheets efficiently & accurately into electronic data collection systems
Prepare visit packets and assemble binders
Assist study coordinators with research visits
Take vital signs as needed
Receive and stock investigational product per sponsor specifications
Prepare labels & documentation as needed
Organize drug cabinets
Maintain daily temperature logs
Order & stock laboratory supplies as needed
Prepare lab kits for phlebotomy
Process and ship lab specimens per guidelines
Maintain calibration logs and perform quality control tests on equipment as needed
Obtain dry ice as needed
Assist with reporting adverse events, serious adverse events, protocol deviations, and other study documentation
Assist with maintaining physical and electronic study documents
Assist with the preparation and organization of Institutional Review Board (IRB) documents, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and human subject protections.
Perform phlebotomy, process and ship the specimens
Archive files at the end of study
Shred study files when archiving is completed