Clinical Orthopaedic Research Assistant (CORA)

Scottish Rite for Children; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Rite for Children in Dallas seeks a Clinical Orthopaedic Research Assistant to support clinical research projects across campuses. The role involves coordinating studies, recruiting subjects, and ensuring adherence to IRB requirements and SOPs.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and comfort with electronic medical records, data management, and dissemination of findings. Candidates should be detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Must be self-motivated, take direction, ask questions, and respond to feedback.
• Able to work independently and in groups, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate clinical research projects across staff and campuses.
• Screen and recruit potential study subjects and obtain informed consent.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with IRB requirements and SOPs.

Skills

Self-motivation

Independent work

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Microsoft Office Suite

EMR experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

EMR software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our patients are our number one priority! We're committed to giving children back their childhood!Job Posting Title:Clinical Orthopaedic Research Assistant (CORA)Location:Dallas - HospitalAdditional Posting Details:Monday - Friday8:00am - 4:30pmJob Description:Duties/Responsibilities:Complete required trainings and perform research while maintaining patient confidentialityCoordinate and facilitate new and existing clinical research projects, which includes:Collaborate with staff to efficiently resolve issues and successfully meet project deadlinesGeneral administrative tasks, including scanning and filing clinical research forms and documentsCoordinate with research and hospital staff to efficiently execute research studies according to research protocols, hospital standard operating procedures, and IRB requirementsScreen and recruit for potential study subject enrollmentPresent and discuss research studies with potential subjects and their families; obtain and document informed consent; contact new and existing subjects to acquire information, schedule and confirm follow-up visitsContribute to process development, data collection and management, record keeping, and database/registry maintenanceSupport research responsibilities across campuses and multiple research divisions:Assist with general clinical research department tasksContribute to internal and industry sponsored audits and maintain regulatory documentationAssist with dissemination of research findings which may include preparation of conference abstracts, posters, lectures, presentations, and manuscript developmentEngage with research team and clinical faculty and staff, which may include opportunities to participate in clinical conferences, group and one-on-one meetings, and observation of clinics and/or surgeriesIndependently conduct and, when requested, share results from literature reviews to support self-learning, team learning and improved research effortsAttend study team meetings, hospital-wide meetings, and conferences as assignedThe research assistant may be required to perform other reasonably related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor or other management. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirement dictate. It is mutually agreed that this job does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment and is not all inclusive of all required opportunities and challenges.Throughout the experience, the research assistant will have the opportunity to develop relationships with staff, participate in activities, and conduct meaningful research which are intended to support highly motivated individuals and a successful start to a career in medicine or research.Required Skills/Abilities:Bachelor’s degree, requiredMust be self-motivated, take direction, ask questions, and respond to feedbackAble to work successfully both independently and in group-settingsExpected to work at a fast pace with attention to detailOffice, research, or health care experience preferredExperience with electronic medical records preferredExperience with Microsoft Office SuiteWorking EnvironmentWorking Conditions: InsideWorking Position: SittingPhysical Demands: LightPhysical Requirements: Repetitive MovementAn Individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in this group: Up to 10lbsSensory/Communicative activities essential to the performance of this position: Feeling, Hearing, Seeing, SpeakingAn Individual in this position will be exposed to: Inside environment