Research Assistant - Unmasked

Retina Consultants of Texas•Conroe, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Retina Consultants of Texas (RCTX) is seeking an Unmasked Research Assistant to assist with research patient visits in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines and IRB-approved study protocols and/or manuals of procedures. The position is based at the Woodlands location and supports Phase 2 and 3 studies; gene therapy studies are excluded. Day-to-day functions may vary based on the employee’s experience and knowledge and the organization’s needs. The schedule is provided weekly according to provider clinic, patient, and surgery schedules. Candidates must support Research Department hours of 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and meet the needs of patients and providers. RCTX describes itself as the largest and most respected retina-only ophthalmology practice in the United States, with 26 physicians and 25 locations. Its stated culture emphasizes Hard Work, Authentic Care, and Innovation. The starting pay rate is $19.00 per hour, and the position is eligible for overtime. Full-time eligible employees receive the listed competitive benefits after a 60-day introductory period.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of ophthalmology experience.
Working knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms, and ocular medications.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage workflow independently.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Initiative and ability to prioritize quickly.
High-level critical-thinking skills.
Ability to cooperate positively and professionally with supervisory staff, physicians, peers, external customers, and patients.
Excellent personal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to multitask.
Ability to stand for long periods.
Ability to write, hold arms at shoulder height, and communicate via telephone.
Manual dexterity to work with ophthalmic equipment.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.
Level II/III unmasked Research Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

Use safe and appropriate aseptic and sterile-field techniques.
Assist the Coordinator with monitoring subject flow and with subject care and management.
Observe, assist, collect, and record necessary follow-up study-visit data, including adverse events and concomitant medications.
Ensure the treatment room is fully stocked with ancillary supplies before each day.
Explain treatment processes and procedures to study subjects.
Set up and prepare subjects and assist with treatment administration as required by the study protocol and pharmacy/procedure manual.
Promptly report treatment-related adverse events, including medication errors, to an appropriate unmasked Research Assistant; Level II/III preferred.
Assist in collecting aqueous humor samples for analysis.
Perform intraocular pressure checks after injections.
Perform post-treatment procedures, including finger count, hand motion, and light perception checks.
Monitor on-site equipment temperatures and document daily logs, if applicable.
Calibrate tonopens daily.
Obtain any applicable additional or required sponsor training and certifications.
Ensure instruments used by the unmasked team are accounted for and properly sterilized.
Perform other duties as assigned.