What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Clinical Research Assistant - Tucson St. Mary's Office position at Insperity?
Description & Requirements
Arizona Kidney Disease and Hypertension Center (AKDHC) is one of the nation's largest groups of physicians specializing in the care of patients with renal disease. Since 1976, we have enjoyed the trust of patients and the respect of the community throughout the Phoenix Metropolitan area and across Arizona. We are a professional medical association consisting of physicians and other vital support staff. We are seeking a Bilingual Clinical Research Assistant to join our team. To learn more about us, please visit our website: www.akdhc.com
Bilingual Clinical Research Assistant - AKDHC Tucson St. Mary's Office
Under the direction of the Clinical Research Operations Manager, this position assists the Clinical Research Operations Manager as directed. This position is also responsible for assisting the Clinical Research Coordinators in preparing for audits, monitoring visits, drug delivery, patient recruitment, study visits and other tasks as needed to maintain the integrity and success of the Research Department.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the Clinical Research Operations Manager as directed.
- Assist Clinical Research Regulatory Coordinator in all areas.
- Assist Clinical Research Coordinators in preparation for audits.
- Assist Clinical Research Coordinators with study recruitment by reviewing patient charts to determine if patient meets qualifications for recruitment into Clinical Trials and speaking with patients about studies for which they might qualify.
- Backing-up coordinators with study visits as directed.
- Maintain pleasant, professional communication with research staff and ancillary staff.
- Maintain regulatory and legal documents per Standard Operating Procedures.
- Assist the Principal Investigator and nursing staff in educating patients about research studies.
- Requires occasional driving of personal vehicle to different clinics as necessary.
- Requires a flexible schedule as some early mornings or late afternoons may be required.
Skills Required:
- Ability to achieve excellent working knowledge of all regulatory documentation and requirements
- Excellent verbal & written communication
- Excellent organizational and prioritizing ability
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to complete tasks as requested, as well as ability to work independently
- Strong Teamwork Skills
- Working knowledge of office machines & software programs in use
Qualifications:
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate program or relevant work experience accepted.
- Strong interest in the clinical trial industry and medical research.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy in research tasks. Preferred: Degree or Certificate in Nursing or a related field, and/or comparative experience
- Minimal experience in Regulatory FDA Guidelines in the conduct of Clinical Trials, GCP/ICH, however, willing to learn all aspects of Clinical Research and Regulatory Coordination
Benefits:
We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation and extensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental and vision benefits, and future growth opportunities within the company. Plus, we work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
