Retina Research Assistant: Patient Care & Data

Austin Retina Associates; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Austin is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant I who is passionate about patient care and advancing retinal research. In this role, the assistant will assist in research patient visits, perform data entry, and educate patients on their conditions and treatment options. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. A High School Diploma is required; a college degree is preferred. The position is hourly and eligible for overtime.

Qualifications

• Ability to train and perform venipunctures and process samples.
• Knowledge of ophthalmology and retina terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist research coordinators during patient care and diagnostic testing.
• Perform data entry for Electronic Data Capture systems.
• Administer mandatory questionnaires to study patients.

Skills

Customer problem resolution

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

RealTime CTMS

Job description

A healthcare organization in Austin is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant I who is passionate about patient care and advancing retinal research. In this role, the assistant will assist in research patient visits, perform data entry, and educate patients on their conditions and treatment options. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. A High School Diploma is required; a college degree is preferred. The position is hourly and eligible for overtime.