Psychometric Rater

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. The Clinical Rater will be responsible for interviewing research participants and their informants/caregivers, who are being evaluated to participate in a research study for various health conditions, in compliance with study protocol, SOPs, GCP, ICH, and FDA Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing the subject's medical history, meeting with potential subjects, collecting information through a prescreening interview and discussing with the Study team criteria for eligibility for a particular study.
• Conducting a variety of psychometric rating scales on subjects with various diagnoses (such as ADHD, Alzheimer's Disease, Bipolar Disorder, GAD, Major Depressive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Substance Use Disorders, and Schizophrenia/Schizoaffective Disorder) for our clinical trials, in compliance with specific study protocols, FDA, GCP, ICH, and privacy guidelines.
• Ensuring the subject's safety by responding appropriately to any potential for harm to self or others that are identified through the evaluations performed.
• Calculating and utilizing rating scale results as appropriate to determine protocol eligibility.
• Meeting with Sponsors, Study Monitors, and Medical Monitors as needed to address questions regarding ratings.
• Working diligently to maintain consistency in the performance of ratings. Reviewing ratings across studies and subjects to ensure efficacy and consistency.
• Maintaining source documentation in accordance with ALCOA-C standards and completing all monitor and sponsor queries.
• Completing all sponsor-assigned training and meetings to obtain rater certification and re-certification per protocols requirements.
• Attending and successfully completing all company training programs; participating in webinars and other study meetings as needed.
• Maintaining confidentiality of subjects, customers, and company information.
• Performing all other duties as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree AND 1+ years' experience performing psychometric rating scales in a clinical setting or for clinical trials, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Current or previous certifications to rate the following scales is highly preferred: SCID-5-CT, MINI, LSAS, HAM-A/D, C-SSRS, MADRS, MGH-ATRQ, ISI, CGI, HDRS-17, PANSS, YMRS, ADAS-Cog, CDR, MMSE, ADAS-COG, CDR, RBANS, and MOCA.
• Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) proficiency is a plus.
• BLS certification is preferred.

Skills

• Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft applications, email, electronic health records, and web applications, and the ability to type proficiently (40+ wpm).
• 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.