Clinical Research Coordinator

We are looking for an ophthalmic technician or an optometric technician at least a year of research experience - candidate must have positive attitude, good computer and people skills.

The ideal candidate is responsible for all aspects of clinical trial participation, including but not limited to the following list:

Maintain and organize study charts, forms and binders

Patient work-ups to include all required study data and measurements with knowledge of examination protocol

Knowledge of equipment including; how to do the exams and interpret them

Completes and submits screening documents to appropriate sponsor.

Knowledge of treatment report forms, surgical forms, and all data that is a source document for the study

Knowledge of consent forms and their completion

Knowledge of study questionnaires

Knowledge of and ability to complete of case report forms. Submits forms as required by sponsor, whether electronically or in writing.

Electronic and written communications with study sponsor

Communication and training of staff and physicians on proper charting techniques, study protocol, Inclusion and Exclusion criteria, etc. together with Study supervisor

Responsible for drug and device accountability, including ensuring drug and device accountability records are maintained, and returning drugs/devices to appropriate source, as necessary together with Study supervisor

Maintain verbal and written communications with study sponsors and Institutional Review Board together with study supervisor.

Completion of audits with study sponsor

Knowledge and communication with FDA in the event of an audit, understanding procedure and protocol for audits together with Study supervisor.

Knowledge of surgical protocols for each study – to review with Principal Investigator

Knowledge of study protocols including complication, adverse events, reporting criteria, etc.

Maintaining and monitoring a study tickler file to ensure patient compliance with follow-up visits, including phone calls when indicated to ensure compliance.

Creating a calender for each patient to ensure follow-up visits with window of compliance for all follow-up visits

Knowledge of password security, HIPPA and patient file security

Maintenance and protection of study files for seven years or further if required.

Responsible to act as a direct contact for patient education, answering questions, related to the study.

Understanding and maintaining the importance and integrity of the study.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• clinical research: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person