Clinical Trials Coordinator — Patient-Focused Research

ochsner; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA seeks a clinical research coordinator to evaluate, initiate, and maintain activities for clinical trials. You will coordinate complex trials, liaise with sponsors, and ensure patient care meets protocol requirements, with a focus on ethics and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 3 years of research experience (or 2 with certifications), a high school diploma, BLS, and ability to travel to multiple facilities with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of relevant clinical research experience, or 2 years with ACRP/SOCRA.
• Current BLS certification within 60 days of hire.
• Knowledge of medical and clinical research terminology.
• Ability to travel between facilities and flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and screen study participants by phone or clinic.
• Oversee participant activity and liaison with PI.
• Primary contact for adverse events and informed consent.
• Arrange tests/procedures per protocol and report results.
• Perform lab activities per protocol and maintain supplies.
• Maintain sponsor communications and documentation.
• Data entry into sponsor systems and resolve queries.
• Ensure GCP compliance.
• Adapt communication to patient population.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

ICH guidelines

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Epic knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Epic

Data entry systems

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA seeks a clinical research coordinator to evaluate, initiate, and maintain activities for clinical trials. You will coordinate complex trials, liaise with sponsors, and ensure patient care meets protocol requirements, with a focus on ethics and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 3 years of research experience (or 2 with certifications), a high school diploma, BLS, and ability to travel to multiple facilities with a flexible schedule.