Clinical Research Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Knowledge of all active protocols and disease indications within the company, and providing information about these protocols to staff and patients.

· Aids in the recruitment of potential participants, which includes chart review of patients and schedules, contacting leads from outside recruitment efforts, and following up on referrals from all sources.

· The methodology of recruitment will include, but is not limited to daily chart review, hosting recruitment breakfasts, advertising when funds are available, referrals from rheumatologists and other AARA staff and may include attending health fairs and community outreach.

· Keeping the clinical trial management system updated with newly recruited subjects, tracking completed visits and stipends for the participants and investigators, and ensuring status of each patient is accurate.

· Performs administrative tasks required by protocol, which may include, but not limited to the following:

o Processing & shipping labs for central and local labs

o Data Entry and Query Resolution

o Tracking study supply inventory and reordering when necessary

o Schedule patient visits in appropriate electronic systems

· Responsible for administrative duties including filing documents related to subjects’ participation in research, regulatory, lab results, receipts, invoices, calibration reports, etc.

· Performs vitals, PRO administrations, and phlebotomy

· Performs all functions according to established policies (SOPS), procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

· Provides all employees and research subjects with excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating professional decorum.

· Maintaining office supply inventory while keeping an organized office space.

· Travel as necessary for Investigator Meetings and other AARR sites.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Associates Degree, or equivalent

· Must have in-depth knowledge of medical procedures and clinical terminology

· Possess strong organizational skills

· Ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships with all providers and research subjects

· Maintains confidentiality of patient and study information

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to lift 20 pounds

· Willing and able to travel for Investigator Meetings and other AARR sites