Psychometric Rater

About the role

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
• 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)
• 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
• Working diligently to maintain consistency in the performance of ratings
• 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

Requirements

• A Master’s degree AND a 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, Knowledge And Expertise

• 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
• 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.