Medical Assistant - Clinical Research (6:00 am - 6:00 pm)

CenExel; Bellflower (CA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

CenExel based in Bellflower, California is hiring for a Clinical Research Support role to assist Clinical Research Coordinators in achieving study goals while adhering to guidelines. Responsibilities include maintaining patient charts, preparing visits, data entry, and assisting in assessments. The ideal candidate must have a California Medical Assistant Certification and possess excellent communication skills. This role requires working 3 X 12-hour shifts with availability on weekends.

Qualifications

• California Medical Assistant Certification is required.
• Knowledge of study indications is preferred.
• Ability to react calmly in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain patient charts.
• Prepare participant visits and materials.
• Complete data entry and resolve queries.
• Assist Coordinators with assessments.

Skills

Excellent computer skills

Skilled in organization

Strong personal initiative

Attention to detail

Ability to communicate clearly

Education

California Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

About Us

Each of CenExel’s research sites specializes in Phase I to Phase IV clinical trials. Our Centers of Excellence comprise some of the most well‑respected and long‑standing research facilities in the country. Specialty areas of research across our sites include Psychiatry, Acute Post Op Pain, Asian Bridging, Dermatology, GI, and Neurology. Each of our Centers of Excellence has tremendous experience and expertise in complex early phase trials, and all our sites have inpatient capability. We focus on quality people, teamwork, and highly experienced clinical research managers with a history of success.

Hourly Rate

$20.00 + 4 hours OT each shift (depending on experience, education, etc)

Schedule

• Must have open availability. 3 X 12‑hour shifts.
• Shift (6:00 pm - 6:00 am). Must be able to work weekends.

Job Summary

Provides direct support to Clinical Research Coordinators in the completion of protocol‑specific study goals while observing strict adherence to ICH, GCP, protocol, and site guidelines and policies.

Essential Responsibilities And Duties

• Creating and maintaining patient charts for all assigned studies.
• Preparing participant visits based on CRCs schedule, ensuring all source documents, assessments, lab kits and other visit materials are available and accurate. Filing of lab results, EKG results, and other communication in designated patient charts.
• Maintaining inventory of study specific supplies including lab kits, assessments and participant facing materials.
• Timely completion of data entry and query resolution for all CRFs, based on sponsor specific timelines and deadlines established in contract or other communication.
• Assisting Coordinators in assessments, including but not limited to blood pressure, urine collection.
• Communicating with study participants, caregivers, third party vendors and laboratories as needed.
• Assisting Coordinators with scheduling, copying, faxing, and other clerical tasks.
• Aiding Coordinators in the facilitation of study monitoring visits.
• Completion of daily responsibilities delegated by CRC as they pertain to the study and/or participants.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all inclusive.

Education/Experience/Skills

• California Medical Assistant Certification (Required)
• Interest in and knowledge of specific study indications.
• Excellent computer skills and advanced knowledge of electronic equipment (i.e., e‑mail, computer, fax machine, copier, etc.).
• Skilled in organization and record maintenance.
• Skilled in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors and co‑workers.
• Strong personal initiative and attention to detail.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to clearly communicate both orally and verbally.

Working Conditions

• Indoor, Office environment.
• Essential physical requirements include sitting, typing, standing, and walking.
• Lightly active position, occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
• Reporting to work, as scheduled, is essential.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CenExel Clinical Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or status.