Clinical Trials Assistant - UH USA Health Clinical Trials - University Hospital

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

• Collects and reports preliminary data for clinical research trials;
• Assists with Case Report Forms (CRF's) according to protocol;
• Assists with recruitments of research patients;
• Performs follow up with research participants as protocol outline;
• Participates in trial start up and close out activities as indicated;
• Schedules and prepares for study visits;
• Assist in coordination of lab and procedures;
• Assists with development of protocols and standard operating procedures (SOP's) for data quality assurance;
• Performs general clerical duties (faxing, scanning, routing messages, managing study supplies/materials);
• May assist or perform under supervision a variety of medical procedures;
• May assist in compiling, editing and proofing written reports;
• May perform data analysis using a variety of software packages;
• Enters data into Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems necessary for trial operation;
• Demonstrates flexibility and initiative with respect to process improvement;
• Establishes effective working relationships with cross-functional team(s);
• Identifies and responds appropriately to both internal and external customer needs;
• Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
• Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
• Regular and prompt attendance
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
• Related duties as assigned

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in a healthcare related field Required OR
• Completion of an approved clinical program from an accredited institution and 1 year of experience in a research or healthcare facility Required
• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer - minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.