What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Research Assistant position at Brooklyn Clinical Research?
Job Description: Patient Recruitment Coordinator
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Company history: Brooklyn Clinical Research was founded to increase access to clinical trials for underrepresented populations. Clinical-trial enrollment should accurately represent the broader population. To support this objective, we establish clinical research sites in densely populated metropolitan areas with diverse populations. In meeting this objective, we help improve therapeutic efficacy and safety for all individuals.
Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and growth-oriented Clinical Research Assistant to join our clinical-research team in Brooklyn, NY. This position is ideal for someone who is interested in gaining experience in clinical research and advancing their career within the field. Experience in the medical field is mandatory. Experience as a medical assistant is preferred, but not mandatory.
Projected Start Date: ASAP
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform venipunctures with a high degree of skill and patient care.
- Assist in patient intake, including recording vital signs and medical history.
- Prepare and maintain examination rooms, ensuring all necessary supplies are stocked.
- Perform study-related follow-up calls, safety calls, and follow-up visits.
- Data collection and entry related to ongoing research studies, including our pre-screening studies.
- Process lab samples daily.
- Support clinical staff with various tasks as needed.
- Accurately document patient information in eSource.
- Follow established protocols for safety, infection control, and confidentiality.
- Ensure compliance with research protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with the research team and principal investigator.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
For the right candidate, we expect them to be trained and developed into a Clinical Research Coordinator. Expect this process to take 1 to 2 years.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Must have excellent customer-service skills and be very comfortable with patient interaction.
- Must be goals-driven while continuously maintaining quality.
- Must be a detail-oriented and proactive self-starter.
- Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with medical terminology and pharmaceutical drugs is a plus.
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Salary : $57,500 - $62,500
