Clinical Research Assistant
How This Role Makes a Difference
The Clinical Research Assistant is an entry level clinical position and is designed to fully integrate the individual in the Care Access Research process while learning the skills necessary to be a Clinical Research Coordinator. This position has potential growth and advancement within the Care Access Research organization.
How You'll Make An Impact
Patient Coordination
Obtain informed consent per Care Access Research SOP, under the direction of the CRC
Complete visit procedures as required by protocol, under the direction of the CRC
Collect, process and ship specimens as directed by protocol, under the direction of the CRC
Maintain adherence to FDA regulations and ICH guidelines in all aspects of conducting clinical trials.
Request study participant payments
Schedule visits with participants, contact with reminders
Request medical records of potential and current research participants
Complete basic clinical procedures, such as blood draws, vital signs, ECGs, etc., under the direction of the CRC
Ability to understand and follow institutional SOPs
Documentation
Record data legibly and enter in real time on paper or e-source documents
Update all applicable internal trackers and online recruitment systems
Assist with recruitment of new participants by conducting phone screenings
Patient Recruitment
Assist with preparation of outreach materials
Identify potential participants by reviewing medical records, study charts and participant database
Other Responsibilities
Assist with query resolution
Assist with administrative tasks such as copying, scanning, filing, mailing, emailing, etc.
Assist with maintaining all site logs
Assist with inventory and ordering equipment and supplies
Interact in a positive, professional manner with patients/participants, sponsor representatives, Investigators and Care Access Research personnel and management.
Communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
Participate in recruitment and pre-screening events (may be at another location)
Maintain effective relationships with study participants and other care Access Research personnel.
The Expertise Required
Bilingual in Spanish required
Ability and willingness to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to learn to work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills and a high degree of professionalism with all types of people
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
A working knowledge of medical and research terminology
A working knowledge of federal regulations, Good Clinical Practices (GCP)
Critical thinker and problem solver
Friendly, outgoing personality with the ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure
Contribute to team and site goals
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
High level of self-motivation and energy
An optimistic, “can do” attitude
Certifications/Licenses, Education, and Experience
Minimum Experience:
A minimum of 1-year recent working experience as a Medical Assistant, EMT, LPN, Clinical Research Assistant or Phlebotomist.
Phlebotomy Experience and Proficiency Required
Some Clinical Research experience preferred
How We Work Together
Location: This is an on-site position with regional commute requirements.
Travel: Regularly planned travel within the region will be required as part of the role. Overnight travel will be minimal (<10%).
Physical demands associated with this position Include: The ability to use keyboards and other computer equipment.
Walking - 20%, Standing - 20%, Sitting - 20%, Lifting (up to 25lbs, over 25lb, overhead) - 20%, Driving - 20%, Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens - Yes
The expected pay range for this role is $19.00 - $33.00 USD per hour for full time team members.
Benefits & Perks (US Full Time Employees)
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Paid Holidays
100% Employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
Bi-weekly HSA employer contribution
Company paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
401(k) Retirement Plan, with Company Match
Mandatory Employer Disclosures:
Notice to Illinois applicants: Applicants are not obligated to disclose expunged juvenile records or adjudication, arrest, or conviction.
Notice to Connecticut applicants: Care Access may require applicants to submit to a urinalysis drug test in connection with an application for employment.
Notice to Arizona, Georgia, Indiana, and North Dakota applicants: Care Access complies with applicable laws prohibiting smoking in and around places of employment.
Notice to Massachusetts applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Notice to Rhode Island applicants: Care Access complies with Rhode Island law prohibiting smoking in enclosed areas within places of employment. Care Access is also subject to is subject to Chapters 29–38 of Title 28 of the Rhode Island General Laws.
Notice to Maryland applicants: UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT, OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT AN INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A LIE DETECTOR OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100.