Rheumatologist Consultant - Sub Investigator

Hawthorne Health • Lebanon, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Hawthorne Health is seeking an MD, NP, or PA-C with rheumatology expertise on a part time, 1099 contract opportunity to join our growing team.

Requirements

• Must be a MD, NP or PA-C with experience in rheumatology.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS) and electronic data capture (EDC) systems is a plus.
• Commitment to ethical conduct and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive rheumatologic evaluations and manage patients with autoimmune and inflammatory disorders.
• Conduct standardized disease activity and damage assessments using validated instruments, including: SLICC/ACR Damage Index, BILAG (British Isles Lupus Assessment Group Index), SLEDAI-2K (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Disease Activity Index), CLASI (Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus Disease Area and Severity Index), Physician Global Assessment of Disease Activity (PGA), and Joint count assessmentAssist the Principal Investigator (PI) in overseeing and managing clinical trials conducted at the research site, ensuring adherence to the study protocol, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ICH guidelines, and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Provide medical oversight and ensure the safety and well-being of study participants throughout the trial, under the supervision of the PI.
• Perform delegated study-related duties as assigned by the PI, which may include comprehensive patient assessments, physical exams, medical histories, and eligibility screenings.
• Review and interpret eligibility, laboratory results, ECGs, and other diagnostic tests as required by the protocol and under PI supervision.
• Assist the PI in making medical decisions regarding participant care, adverse events, and protocol deviations.
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely collection and documentation of all study data.
• Communicate effectively with the PI, study team, and, as delegated, with sponsors, Contract Research Organizations (CROs), Institutional Review Boards (IRBs), and regulatory authorities.
• Assist with investigational product accountability, storage, and administration according to protocol.
• Participate in site initiation visits, monitoring visits, audits, and inspections as required.
• Maintain continuous medical education and stay current with advancements in clinical research and relevant therapeutic areas.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree