Clinical Research Assistant

Clinical Research AssistantThis exempt, onsite role is located at Retina Group of Washington, Fairfax, VA location, which is part of Prism Vision Group.Compensation Range: $46,675.20 - $96,969.60/annual (Dependent on Experience)The Clinical Research Assistant reports to the RGW Office Manager and RGW Research Lead and will aid in the coordination and conduct of research under the supervision of a designated physician. The Clinical Research Assistant will perform a variety of duties involved in the collection, compilation, documentation and analysis of clinical research data. The Clinical Research Assistant will develop knowledge of the research studies, rationale, subjects and procedures associated with the studies as designated by the Senior/Lead Clinical Research Coordinator. This position is designed specifically to develop into a Clinical Research Coordinator and travels between multiple locations as needed.Role and Responsibilities:Assists in recruitment efforts to screen potential patients for eligibility for studies.Obtains informed consent from patients and conducts study visits for clinical trialsCreates Case Report FormsCompletes assessments on study subjects as per protocolDocuments study assessmentsEnters study data into EDC systemsCollects, processes, stores and ships lab specimens; documents lab procedures, lab results and follows up with patients and medical staff as necessaryCoordinates, monitors visits with CRAs for each trial to ensure accurate documentation; makes corrections to data as necessaryAssists during Sponsor and FDA auditsResponsible for submissions and reports to the IRB; maintains documentation of IRB communications and decisionsDocuments adverse events and notifies PI, sponsor and IRB under CRC guidanceAssumes test article accountabilityPossesses a sound and in-depth understanding of each protocol that has been assigned as a primary responsibilityMaintains compliance with Good Clinical Practice; Clinical Safety Data Management, 21 CFR, and has IATA certificationTravels to investigator meetingsParticipates in weekly meetings with the research team, provides study metricsResponds to requests in a timely manner, gives/receives correct information, encourages dialogue and follow-through, secures accurate signatures, maintains files in an organized and up-to-date mannerQualifications:Education: Associates or Bachelors Degree preferred in Science or related field. Equivalent relevant experience and/or training in lieu of education is acceptable.Experience: 1+ years' relevant experience (e.g. research, clinical, interaction with study population, program coordination)Knowledge/Skills/Experience:• Excellent Excel, Word, PowerPoint and reporting skills• Excellent interpersonal skills to deal effectively with patients, physicians, clinicians and administrators• Excellent organizational skills and self-management skills to independently manage workflow• Ability to prioritize• Meticulous attention to detail• Knowledge of medical terminology• Knowledge of good clinical practice, FDA, OHRP, HIPAA policies• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite• Certification through either ACRP or SoCRA highly preferred