Clinical Research Assistant

About the role

Alcanza is a growing multi-site, multi-phase clinical research company with a network of locations across AL, AZ, FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MO, NV, VA, SC, TN, TX, and Puerto Rico. We specialize in Phase I-IV studies across several therapeutic areas, including vaccine, neurology, dermatology, psychiatry, and general medicine. The Research Assistant (RA) supports 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 essential for the successful operation of the clinical research site.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the execution of assigned studies and support functions under the direction of the Site Manager/Director and Principal/Sub Investigators.
• Support CRCs and site staff by:
  • Assisting with basic screening of patients for study enrollment and follow-up visits.
  • Documenting in source clinic charts and entering data in EDC, including answering queries.
  • Obtaining vital signs and ECGs, and performing blood draws as needed.
  • Performing basic lab procedures per protocol, such as blood specimen collection, centrifuge operation, storing and shipping lab specimens, and accountability of specimens.
  • Requesting and tracking medical record requests.
  • Updating and maintaining logs, filing in charts, and assisting with chart filing.
  • Scheduling subjects for study visits, conducting appointment reminders, and rescheduling visits as needed.
• Ensure study-related reports and patient results are reviewed by the Research Coordinator and/or investigator in a timely manner.
• Assist with study recruitment, patient enrollment, and tracking as needed.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patients, employees, customers, and company information in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Perform all other duties as requested or assigned.

Requirements

• A High School diploma is required; 1 year of administrative or clinical experience is required.
• 1 year or more of clinical research or clinical experience is preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency is a plus.

Skills

• Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office, email, electronic health records, and web applications.
• Typing proficiency (40+ words per minute).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and listening skills; ability to work well independently and collaboratively with coworkers, subjects, managers, and external customers.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, adapt to changes in workloads and priorities, and work under minimal supervision.
• Professional, respectful, self-motivated, and strong work ethic.
• High degree of integrity, dependability, and ability to handle highly sensitive information confidentially and in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.

Benefits

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 the date of hire.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Health savings accounts and supplemental insurances.
• 401k plan with a safe harbor match.