Clinical Research Coordinator

About the role

K2 Medical Research is seeking an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator to support our clinic out of The Villages, FL. This position will manage clinical trial performance and ensure conduct is congruent with the philosophy and mission of K2 Medical Research.

Responsibilities

• Understand thoroughly all assigned studies through reading protocols, attending investigator meetings and start-up meetings, and coordinating with Principal Investigator
• Adhere strictly to the study protocol; obtain exemptions when necessary/appropriate
• Communicate protocol issues to CRO and/or Sponsor, Site Administrator, Director, Principal or Sub-Investigator
• Articulate all pertinent issues to the PI or document by email/letter or during meetings
• Collect initial psychiatric and medical information by interviewing patients and by accessing other appropriate sources
• Ensure a flow of communication including telephone conferences between patient, study staff, referral sources, Sponsor and/or CRO, Monitor(s), Auditors and any marketing groups hired by the Sponsor
• Utilize various psychiatric rating scales and maintaining interrater reliability with other clinicians at K2 Medical Research
• Perform clinical tasks including, but not limited to, vital signs, height and weight, ECG, phlebotomy, specimen packaging
• Maintain timely K2 Medical Research source documentation as well as sponsor required information
• Dispense and maintain accurate records of study medication
• Complete all monitor and sponsor queries in a timely manner
• Provide appropriate community resource referrals to patients, caretakers, and family at conclusion of patient's participation in study

Requirements

• Bilingual in Spanish/English highly desired
• HS Diploma or GED Transcript required
• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
• Prior experience in a clinical environment preferred
• Experience in clinical research and Parkinson's (neurodegenerative disease) is ideal
• Phlebotomy, LPN, RN, or other medical licensure or certification preferred
• Strong working knowledge of GCP and FDA guidelines
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• BLS Healthcare Provider desired

Qualifications

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer services skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills

Skills

• In depth knowledge of industry regulations
• Proven ability to foster mentoring relationships
• Ability to create momentum and foster organizational change

Benefits

Your growth and well-being are our priority. Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical, dental, and vision options, supplemental insurance plans, 401(k) with immediate employer match, generous paid time off, and paid holidays. Most notably, we support a healthy work-life balance through a four-day work week, consisting of 10-hour shifts from Monday through Thursday. Fridays are reserved only for critical business needs or administrative tasks; otherwise, they are your chance to kick-start your weekend.