Sub-Investigator

Care Access•Longview, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Care Access is dedicated to making healthcare and research accessible to all, especially communities facing barriers to care. With numerous research locations, mobile clinics, and clinicians globally, they aim to empower individuals to understand their health, access necessary care, and contribute to medical advancements. Programs like 'Future of Medicine' and 'Difference Makers' exemplify their commitment to community health and well-being. The Sub-Investigator role is crucial in this mission, involving regional travel and remote telemedicine to support clinical research studies. This position requires expertise in administering investigational products (IV, SC, TD, IM, PO), performing physical examinations, and monitoring for product-related reactions, extending beyond typical Sub-Investigator duties. Care Access is seeking highly motivated Nurse Practitioners or Physician’s Assistants to contribute to clinical trial activities across the USA.

Requirements

Ability to check, perform, and document vitals as well as EKG (ECG)
Phlebotomy and expert IV skills
Excellent working knowledge of medical and research terminology
Excellent working knowledge of federal regulations, good clinical practices (GCP)
Ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse team of professionals.
Strong organizational skills: Able to prioritize, support, and follow through on assignments with good understanding of medical terminology.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills as evidenced by positive interactions with coworkers, management, clients and vendors.
Team Collaboration Skills: Work effectively and collaboratively with other team members to accomplish mutual goals. Bring positive and supportive attitude to achieving these goals.
Strong computer skills with demonstrated abilities using clinical trials database, IVR systems, electronic data capture, MS word and excel.
Ability to balance tasks with competing priorities.
Critical thinker and problem solver.
Curiosity and passion to learn, innovative, and able to take thoughtful risks while communicating concerns and mitigations.
Good management and organizational skills, understanding of medical procedures.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, willingness to the ability to work independently.
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Command of professional and Business English (written and spoken).
Authorization to work in the US for any employer.
No need for visa sponsorship, either now or in the future.
Live in the USA and be willing and able to travel with 24–36-hour notice.
At least Master’s Level Science Degree.
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with 5+ years of clinical experience.
Currently licensed in good standing in one or more states.
A minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience as Sub-Investigator in a Clinical Research setting.

Nice To Haves

Clinical Practice Experience Desired with Infusion Skillset.
Preferred at least one (1) year of experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Principal Investigator to oversee the execution of study protocols, delegating study related duties to site staff, as appropriate, and ensuring site compliance with study protocols, study-specific laboratory procedures, standards of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality (QA/QC) procedures, OSHA guidelines, and other state and local regulations as applicable.
Attends and participates in meetings with the director, other managers, and staff as necessary.
Complies with regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
Read and understand the informed consent form, protocol, and investigator's brochure.
Be available to see subjects virtually or in-person as dictated by project design, answer their questions, and resolve medical issues during the study visit.
Sign and ensure that the study documentation for each study visit is completed.
Perform all study responsibilities in compliance with the IRB approved protocol.
Administration of Investigational Products (via subcutaneous, transdermal, intramuscular, intravenous, or oral routes).
Proficiency in starting, monitoring, and maintaining intravenous lines.
Proficiency in phlebotomy, proper blood collection practices, and laboratory processing practices (can be learned).
Contribute as an active member of clinicians involved in the management of infusion or other investigational product related reactions.
Maintain a clean, efficient clinical area to assure the highest standards of patient care.
Follow safety and PPE procedures as well as maintain proper documentation of infusion procedures.
Timely communications with internal teams, investigators, review boards, and study subjects.
Perform trial procedures as per delegation which can include the following but not limited to: Prescreen study candidates by telephone and review exclusionary conditions or medications prior to scheduling screening appointment.
Obtain informed consent per SOP.
Administer delegated study questionnaires, as appropriate.
Collect and evaluate medical records.
Complete visit procedures and ensure proper specimen collection, processing, and shipment in accordance with protocol.
Train others and complete basic clinical procedures, such as blood draws, vital signs, ECGs, etc.
Review screening documentation and approves subjects for admission to study.
Review admission documentation and approves subject for randomization.
Provide ongoing assessment of the study subject/patient to identify Adverse Events.
Ensure that serious and unexpected adverse events are reported promptly to the Pl.
Review and evaluates all study data and comments to the clinical significance of any out-of-range results.
Perform physical examinations as part of screening evaluation and active study conduct.
Provide medical management of adverse events as appropriate.
Dispense study medication per protocol and/or IVRS systems.
Educate patient on proper administration and importance of compliance.
Monitor patient progress on study medication.
Other duties as assigned.