Clinical Research Coordinator

Accel Research Sites; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k plan with safe harbor match

Short and long-term disability insurance

Job summary

Accel Research Sites is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator in Decatur, GA. The role involves executing assigned studies in compliance with regulations and managing key responsibilities like patient screening, data entry, and maintaining study documentation. Candidates should possess a relevant educational background and at least one year of clinical research experience. This full-time position provides benefits such as medical and dental insurance, starting the first day of the month following hire.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 1 year of clinical research or clinical experience.
• Proficiency in basic clinical procedures such as blood pressure, EKGs, and phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients for study enrollment.
• Document in source clinic charts and enter data in EDC.
• Maintain study logs and order supplies.
• Ensure compliance with GCP, ICH, HIPAA, and FDA regulations.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft applications

Performing basic clinical procedures

Strong organizational skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Interpersonal and listening skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Professionalism and respectfulness

Problem identification and solution implementation

Handling sensitive information

Education

Medical Assistant diploma, LPN/LVN, EMT credential OR Associate’s degree

Job description

Clinical Research Coordinator

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Accel Research Sites - Decatur, GA

Reporting To: Benoit Tete

Description

Alcanza is a growing multi‑site, multi‑phase clinical research company with a network of locations in AL, AZ, FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MO, NV, SC, TX, VA, and Puerto Rico. We have established a strong presence across Phase I-IV studies and several therapeutic areas, including vaccine, neurology, dermatology, psychiatry, and general medicine. Join us as we continue to grow.

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) works to ensure the execution of assigned studies in compliance with GCP, ICH, HIPAA, FDA Regulations and SOPs.

Key Responsibilities

• Screening of patients for study enrollment
• Patient consents
• Patient follow‑up visits
• Documenting in source clinic charts
• Entering data in EDC and answering queries
• Obtaining vital signs and ECGs
• Perform basic lab procedures per protocol, such as: blood specimen collection, centrifuge operation, storing and shipping of lab specimens, accountability of specimens and notification of courier for specimen pick‑up
• Requesting and tracking medical record requests
• Updating and maintaining logs, chart filings
• Maintaining & ordering study‑specific supplies
• Scheduling subjects for study visits and conducting appointment reminders
• Building/updating source as needed
• Conducting monitoring visits and resolving issues promptly
• Ensuring study related reports and patient results are reviewed by investigator in a timely manner
• Filing SAE/Deviation reports to Sponsor and IRB as needed
• Documenting and reporting adverse events
• Reporting non‑compliance to appropriate staff in timely manner
• Maintaining positive and effective communication with clients and team members
• Always practicing ALCOAC principles with all documentation
• Assist with study recruitment, patient enrollment, and tracking as needed
• Maintain confidentiality of patients, customers and company information
• Perform all other duties as requested or assigned
• Complete all needed activities for study start‑up, including completing required training, uploading / printing certificates to file in ISF, etc.
• Prepare and attend site initiation visits (SIVs) and Investigator Meetings (IMs), as needed
• Set up, train and maintain all technology needed for studies

Minimum Qualifications

A Medical Assistant diploma, LPN/LVN, EMT credential OR Associate’s degree AND a minimum of 1 year of clinical research or clinical experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required. Proficiency with performing basic clinical procedures such as blood pressure, vitals, EKGs, phlebotomy, etc. is highly preferred. Bi‑lingual (English / Spanish) proficiency is a plus.

Required Skills

• Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft applications, email, electronic health records, web applications, and the ability to type proficiently (40+ wpm)
• Performing basic clinical procedures such as blood pressure, vitals, EKGs, phlebotomy, etc.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Well‑developed interpersonal and listening skills and the 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.
• Must be professional, respectful of others, self‑motivated, and have a strong work ethic.
• Must possess a 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.

Benefits

• Full‑time employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week are benefits‑eligible, with coverage starting on the first day of the month following date of hire.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long‑term disability insurance, health savings accounts, supplemental insurances, and a 401k plan with a safe harbor match are offered.