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Research Assistant
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A Research Assistant assists with a research program or project. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research. Typically conduct research under the guidance of senior researchers or professors. These roles are often held by undergraduate or graduate students pursuing degrees in relevant fields, or individuals with relevant work experience.
$47,285 / year median in Florida
Job Description
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with the completion of some electronic case report forms under the direction of the CRC assigned to a particular protocol Assist with ensuring patient compliance as directed by CRC for each individual study by performing such duties as giving patients reminder calls prior to their scheduled visits, sending out reminder appointment cards, and other related tasks Assist Clinical Research Coordinators with seeing patient follow up visits or prescreening visits. Which includes but not limited to the following: obtaining vital signs, ECG's, lab work, injections, interview patient for any problems, questions, or adverse events, have patients review and complete questionnaires, list all patients' current medications, assist with drug accountability (such as accurately counting pills that patients return) and process and package lab samples for shipping Miscellaneous assigned duties may include, but are not limited to the following: filing, requesting charts, copying, putting together patient enrollment packets and/or folders, laminating, preparing packages to be mailed, putting together regulatory packets, sending out letters to patients, assist with creating new forms, tools and/or templates to be utilized when starting up a new protocol and management of patient medical records. Maintain needed supplies for the department and all research studies being conducted Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures. Assist with additional tasks as assignedREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability and willingness to work independently with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills and a high degree of professionalism Knowledge of medical terminology Exceptional organizational skills with a strong attention to detail Ability to critically think and problem solve. Maintain professionalism during all circumstances. Friendly, dynamic personality; maintain a positive attitude under pressure. Contribute to team goals.MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERITIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Science or related field Entry Level Clinical Research Position Previous employment in the medical field is preferred Working knowledge of medical terminology is preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish) requiredJob Type:
Full-time Pay:
$24.04 per hourBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Vision insuranceEducation:
Bachelor's (Preferred)Experience:
Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)Language:
English/Spanish (Bilingual) (Required) Ability toCommute:
Winter Park, FL 32789 (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance