Research Assistant
On-siteBirmingham, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Assist Clinical Research Coordinators and site staff in executing assigned studies by conducting patient screening, follow-up visits, and scheduling appointments. Perform clinical tasks including obtaining vital signs, ECGs, blood draws, and basic lab procedures such as specimen collection and shipping. Document findings in source clinic charts, enter data into EDC systems, and answer queries. Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA guidelines and GCP regulations. Schedule subjects for visits, conduct reminders, and reschedule appointments as needed. Ensure study reports and patient results are reviewed timely. Maintain logs, file charts, and track medical record requests. Work independently with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma
- 1 year of administrative / clinical experience
- 1 year or more years of clinical research or clinical experience
- Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) proficiency
- Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft applications, email, electronic health records, web applications
- Ability to type proficiently (40+ wpm)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
- Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills
- Ability to work well independently as well as with co-workers, subjects, managers and external customers
- Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and adapt to changes in workloads and priorities
- Professionalism, respect for others, self-motivation, and a strong work ethic
- High degree of integrity and dependability
- Ability to work under minimal supervision, identify problems and implement solutions
- Ability to handle highly sensitive information in a confidential and professional manner, and in compliance with HIPAA guidelines
Desired Qualifications
- Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) proficiency
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