Clinical Research Assistant - Patient-Centric Trials

K2 Medical Research; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

401(k) with immediate employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Four-day work week (10-hour shifts)

Fridays reserved for critical business

Job summary

K2 Medical Research in Florida is hiring a Clinical Research Assistant to support our Orlando/Maitland clinic. You will assist screening, data collection, and patient coordination while ensuring compliance with GCP and study protocols.

This role requires strong communication and attention to detail in a fast-paced research environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a four-day work week with 10-hour shifts, plus paid holidays and PTO.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in a clinical environment preferred.
• LPN, RN, or other medical licensure or certification preferred.
• Applicants that don't meet 100% of qualifications may be considered with related education/experience and motivation.

Responsibilities

• Track and move candidates through screening efficiently and assist coordinators.
• Understand assigned studies by reading protocols and attending meetings.
• Assist Site Director and PM team on projects as needed.
• Adhere to the study protocol and obtain exemptions when necessary.
• Communicate protocol issues to CRO/Sponsor and site staff.
• Record and document relevant issues by email/letter or during meetings.
• Collect initial psychiatric and medical information from patients.
• Maintain communication between patients, staff, sponsors, and monitors.
• Utilize psychiatric rating scales and ensure interrater reliability.
• Perform clinical tasks: vital signs, height/weight, ECG, phlebotomy, specimen packaging.
• Maintain source documentation and sponsor-required information.
• Dispense and record study medication accurately.
• Educate patients and families about study and trials.
• Complete monitor and sponsor queries in a timely manner.
• Provide community resource referrals at study conclusion.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Regulatory knowledge

Mentorship

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Nursing licensure preferred

Job description

K2 Medical Research in Florida is hiring a Clinical Research Assistant to support our Orlando/Maitland clinic. You will assist screening, data collection, and patient coordination while ensuring compliance with GCP and study protocols.

This role requires strong communication and attention to detail in a fast-paced research environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a four-day work week with 10-hour shifts, plus paid holidays and PTO.