Clinical Research Assistant / Medical Assistant - Phlebotomy experience required

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the execution of assigned studies and support functions as needed.
• Under the direction of the Site Manager/Director and the Principal/Sub Investigators, assists the CRCs and other site staff by conducting the following according to study protocol:
• 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;
• May perform blood draws;
• Perform basic lab procedures per protocol, such as: blood specimen collection, centrifuge operation, storing and shipping of lab specimens, accountability of specimens and notification of courier for specimen pick-up;
• Request and track medical record requests;
• Assists the CRC with updating and maintaining logs and filing in charts, and with chart filing;
• 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 strict confidentiality of patients, employees, customers and company information at all times and adheres to HIPAA Guidelines;
• Perform all other duties as requested or assigned.

Skills

• Minimum Qualifications: A High School diploma and 1 year of administrative / clinical experience is required. 1 year or more years of clinical research or clinical experience is preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience 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.

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 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.