Clinical Research Associate I - Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (Per Diem)

National Medical Association; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking healthcare provider is seeking a Clinical Research Associate I to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in coordinating research studies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and maintaining the integrity of clinical data. You will work closely with a dedicated team to support patient care and contribute to groundbreaking research initiatives. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a leading institution that is committed to improving the health of the community and advancing medical knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's in Science preferred.
• ACRP/SoCRA certification is preferred; clinical research experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enter clinical research data into Electronic Data Systems.
• Ensure compliance with federal and local regulations.
• Perform phlebotomy services and maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Clinical Research

Data Entry

Patient Interaction

Regulatory Compliance

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Bachelor's degree in Science or Sociology

Tools

Electronic Data Systems (EDCs)

Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Job description

Job Description

When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of happiness, passion, and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai.

We invite you to consider this phenomenal opportunity!

The Clinical Research Associate I will work directly with a Clinical Research Coordinator, Research Program Administrator, or Research Nurse to coordinate and/or implement the study. This role evaluates and abstracts research data and ensures compliance with protocol and research objectives. The incumbent is responsible for completing case report forms, entering clinical research data, and assists with regulatory submissions to the IRB. The CRA I member provides limited patient contact as needed for study and assists with study budget and patient research billing. The incumbent ensures compliance with all federal, local, FDA, IRB, and HIPAA guidelines and regulations pertaining to the study and patient care.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Enters clinical research data into Electronic Data Systems (EDCs) that are provided by the sponsors.
• Provides supervised patient contact or patient contact for long term follow-up patients only.
• Works closely with supervising research staff or directly with the Institutional Review Board to submit Adverse Events, Serious Adverse Events, and Safety Letters following local and federal guidelines.
• Schedules patients for research visits and research procedures.
• Responsible for sample preparation and shipping and maintenance of study supplies and kits.
• Ensures compliance with all federal and local agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and local Institutional Review Board.
• Maintains research practices using Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.
• Participates in required training and education programs including CSMC phlebotomy-specific clinical oversight which encompasses initial training, monthly assessments, six-month assessments, and annual assessments.
• Performs phlebotomy services according to CSMC policies and procedures.
• Verifies specimen identification, assesses appropriateness of test orders and quality of specimen by recognizing factors that affect procedures and results; takes appropriate action when corrections are indicated.
• Identifies patients and patient specimens by strict adherence to established procedures; labels samples accurately and completely.
• Reports test results to appropriate individuals and exercises professional discretion with patient information.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma/G.E.D., required.
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Sociology, or related degree, preferred.

Licenses/Certifications:

• ACRP/SoCRA certification is preferred.

Experience:

• Clinical Research experience is highly preferred.
• Understanding of general research objectives.

About Us

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

About the Team

Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.

Req ID: 3336
Working Title: Clinical Research Associate I - Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (Per Diem)
Department: Research - General Medicine
Business Entity: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category: Academic / Research
Job Specialty: Research Studies/ Clin Trial
Overtime Status: NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift: Day
Shift Duration: 8 hour
Base Pay: $19.50 - $29.87