Clinical Research Assistant

Retina Consultants of Texas; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement savings with employer contribution

Job summary

Retina Consultants of Texas is looking for a dedicated Research Assistant for their Katy Clinic. This role involves coordinating research patient visits, preparing documentation, and collecting critical data according to guidelines.

Candidates will manage all study-related information, assist in patient care, and support the Research Department during set hours. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in ophthalmology.

Competitive benefits are offered after a 60-day period, including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or four years of ophthalmic experience in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to multitask and communicate effectively.
• Detail-oriented with a strong proficiency in computer use.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule subject visits per protocol guidelines.
• Prepare visit-specific documentation and charts.
• Collect and record necessary data during study visits.
• Administer mandatory questionnaires and perform ECGs.
• Scribe ocular exams and manage treatment confirmations.

Skills

Bi-lingual preferred

Ability to multitask

Computer efficient

Communicates well both verbally and electronically

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree or four years of ophthalmic experience

Job description

Overview

Retina Consultants of Texas (RCTX) is seeking a Research Assistant to join our innovative team with the mission of Fighting Blindness For The World To See. This position will be responsible for assisting in research patient visits according to ICH‑GCP guidelines and the IRB‑approved study protocol and/or manual of procedures. The day‑to‑day activities may include any of the essential functions listed below, depending on individual experience and the needs of the organization, which are subject to change. The position is based at our Katy Clinic.

Candidates must be able to meet the needs of patients and providers, and support the Research Department during hours of 6:30 am‑5 pm Monday through Friday. Schedules are assigned weekly and are based on the provider’s clinic, patient and surgery schedules. Retina Consultants of Texas is the largest and most respected retina‑only ophthalmology practice in the United States, with 26 world‑renowned physicians and 25 convenient locations. We invest heavily in diagnostic equipment, providing state‑of‑the‑art retina imaging, laser and diagnostic capabilities to each patient. Our culture is built on the core values of hard work, authentic care and innovation.

Benefits

In addition to being highly challenged professionally, the following competitive benefits are available to full‑time eligible employees after a 60‑day introductory period:

• Employee‑paid benefits such as medical, dental and vision, short‑term disability, voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, HSA pre‑taxed contributions, and 401(k) retirement savings (Roth and traditional options) starting on the date of hire.
• Employer‑paid benefits including long‑term disability, a $25,000 basic life insurance policy, 3 % 401(k) safe harbor contribution, HSA employer contributions, annual performance merit increases, certification opportunities, rewards and recognition platform, WellHub Starter Plan gym membership, paid time off, eight paid holidays and one floating holiday annually.

Starting pay rate is $19.00 per hour and is eligible for overtime.

RCTX is an equal‑opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class under applicable law.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule subject visits within study/subject specific windows per protocol guidelines.
• Prepare visit‑specific documentation and charts for the Clinical Research Coordinator.
• Inform subjects and obtain written consent regarding ICFs.
• Assist the Coordinator in patient care and management.
• Assist the Coordinator in monitoring subject flow and subject care and management.
• Accurately collect and record all necessary data (e.g., demographics, medical history, adverse events, concomitant medications, etc.) during study visits.
• Transcribe subject study information from source documents to the Electronic Case Report Forms.
• Administer all mandatory questionnaires to study subjects.
• Set up, prepare subject, and conduct electrocardiograms on subjects who require ECG per study protocol.
• Scribe ocular exams for doctors and confirm appropriate treatment per protocol.
• Promptly request all necessary medical records for serious adverse event reporting.
• Collect, process, and ship laboratory biological samples for analysis.
• Perform intraocular pressure checks post‑injections.
• Review and resolve data management queries as needed.
• Perform trial frame refraction and ETDRS visual acuity testing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills / Competencies

• Bi­lingual preferred.
• Ability to multitask.
• Computer efficient.
• Communicates well both verbally and electronically (email, MS Teams, etc.).
• Detail oriented.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or four years of ophthalmic experience in lieu of a degree.

Experience Requirements

• No experience required with a bachelor’s degree; otherwise, at least four years of ophthalmic experience.