(PRN) Research Assistant - Phase 1 [EMT]

ActivMed Practices & Research, LLC.; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Alcanza Clinical Research is a national network conducting Phase 1 studies across multiple therapeutic areas. The Research Assistant - Phase 1 supports CRCs, Site Manager, investigators, and staff to ensure compliant site operations, data capture, and patient care.

The role involves patient screening and follow-up, data entry in EDC, vital signs and ECGs, specimen handling, scheduling visits, and maintaining logs while upholding HIPAA and GCP standards.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant diploma or CMA, LPN, LVN, or EMT credential and 1+ year clinical experience.
• Proficiency in basic clinical procedures (BP, vitals, EKG, phlebotomy) and BLS/ACLS.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic screening of patients for study enrollment.
• Assist with patient follow-up visits and documentation in source charts.
• Enter data in EDC and respond to queries; obtain vital signs and ECGs.
• Perform basic procedures per protocol and manage specimens, storage, and shipping.
• Request and track medical record requests; assist with logs, filing, and scheduling visits.

Skills

MS Office

EMR/EHR

Typing 40 wpm

Education

Medical Assistant diploma or CMA, LPN, LVN, or EMT credential

Job 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, VA, SC, TN, TX 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 Research Assistant - Phase 1 provides support to the Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs), Site Manager, Principal and Sub Investigators, and other site staff in compliance with GCP, ICH, HIPAA, FDA Regulations and SOPs. The RA performs clinical, lab, and administrative tasks as needed for the successful operation of Phase 1 operations, and the clinical research site.

Essential Job Duties: In collaboration with other members of the clinical research site team, assists with the execution of assigned studies, and support functions as needed. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Assists with the basic screening of patients for study enrollment
• Assists with patient follow-up visits
• Documents in source clinic charts
• Enters data in EDC and answers queries
• Obtains vital signs and ECGs
• Performs basic procedures per protocol, such as: medication management, blood specimen collection, centrifuge operation, accountability of specimens, storing and shipping of lab specimens, and notification of courier for specimen pick-up
• Requests and tracks medical record requests
• Assists the CRC with updating and maintaining logs and filing in charts, and with chart filing, and
• Schedules subjects for study visits, conducts appointment reminders, and reschedules visits if needed.
• Ensures study related reports and patient results are reviewed by the Research Coordinator and/or investigator in a timely manner.
• Assists the CRC and/or Manager with study recruitment, patient enrollment, and tracking as needed.
• Maintains a positive, results-oriented work environment, build partnerships within the team, and model teamwork.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of patients, employees, customers and company information at all times and adheres to HIPAA Guidelines.
• Performs all other duties as requested or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: A Medical Assistant diploma or CMA, LPN, LVN, or EMT credential AND 1+ years of 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.) and BLS / ACLS certification required. 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).
• Must possess 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.
• 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.

Alcanza Clinical Research ("Alcanza") is a national, collaborative network of clinical research sites, founded on the mission to accelerate the development of new therapies by reducing barriers to clinical research participation for all.

We conduct research on dozens of conditions in several therapeutic areas including psychiatry, neurology, dermatology, and infectious disease. Our work is important to the patients who participate, the scientists who develop these new therapies, and the entire medical community. Because all approved medications require clinical trials, the impact of your work is exponential, reaching many thousands of future patients and improving their quality of life.

Alcanza is a culturally competent organization. We treat each other with dignity, creating an environment where all individuals feel welcome, heard, and respected for their unique perspectives and aspirations. We put considerable effort into finding exceptional employees who mirror the values most important to us: Inclusive, Impactful, Compassionate, and Determined.

Alcanza Clinical Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by law. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.