Clinical Research Assistant

Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists Inc

Clinical Research Assistant

Orange, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    PNS Clinical Research is a full-service Site Management Organization (SMO) that provides administrative and operational support to help facilitate Phase II-IV clinical trials. We are currently looking for a full-time Clinical Research Assistant with phlebotomy certification to work at our office located in Orange. This is an entry-level position that would be suitable for a phlebotomist who is looking to enter the field of clinical research.

    Under policy direction from the Practice Manager and Lead Coordinator, and with the support of the COO, the Clinical Research Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting clinical research activities, ensuring adherence to protocols, and contributing to the advancement of medical knowledge. The Clinical Research Assistant is responsible for drawing blood, performing lab tests, scheduling patients, tracking patient data and performing other clerical duties for the office.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Draw blood from and perform other lab tests such as EKG and EEG on study subjects of all ages

    Centrifuge, label, and store blood samples for analysis

    Perform outbound calls to patients for scheduling, follow-up, and outreach

    Answer inbound calls from patients

    Schedule patient screening examinations, treatments, and laboratory visits required by the protocol

    Screen potential patients for protocol eligibility

    Assist with data entry and document management across internal and external systems

    Track patient data for a variety of ongoing studies

    Perform clerical duties that may include cleaning and sterilizing equipment; answering telephones; tracking inventory, shipping samples, and stocking supplies

    Maintain a clean, sterile, organized, and safe work environment

    Skills and Qualifications:

    California State Phlebotomy Certificate or license required

    Bachelor’s Degree highly preferred.

    At least 1 year of experience as a phlebotomist preferred.

    Interpersonal skills to work with patients, their families/caregivers, physicians, administrators, work colleagues, representatives from sponsors, etc

    Compensation and Benefits:

    PNS offers a competitive compensation package including; medical, dental, vision and paid time off for full time employees.