Rater

Job Description

Function: The position is responsible for performing various test evaluations and interview/ratings on study participants (inpatient psychiatric facility i.e. Schizophrenia and Bipolar) specific to study protocol.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Become familiar with and adhere to policies and principles of confidentiality, informed consent and study subject rights
• Become familiar with and adhere to the principles of Good Clinical Practices and general ethical guidelines, as related to clinical trials
• Become familiar with the FDA Regulations pertaining to clinical trials 
• Perform interview/ratings on study subjects to determine current levels of functioning and to create a clinical impression of the study subject’s current mood throughout the duration of the study
• Ensure correct Rater for each scale and document in the source, as necessary
• Prepare rater audio/video/testing materials, as needed
• Schedule remote assessments, as needed
• Complete subject eligibility/screening forms, as necessary and fax/email to study team, as specified
• Conduct telephone screens and pre-screen, as needed
• Maintain professional and appropriate interactions with sponsors and all other study related personnel, subjects, families and clinical staff members
• Review medical history with CRC information obtained at screening
• Review and reconcile medical records received for subjects and prepare PI notes to explain discrepancies, if needed
• Respond to medical monitor emails regarding patient inquiries
• When primary Rater, complete Study Guides and Study Launch with CRC
• Assist team in management and assessment of adverse events
• Ensure safety of subjects 
• Assist with recruitment efforts
• Mentor staff, as needed

Other Duties as Assigned: 

The above information on this portion is designed to present the most essential duties and responsibilities necessary to achieve the positions end results. The occupant of this position is required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other duties as requested by Physician Director(s), Clinical Research Manager, and/or Practice Manager. It is the responsibility of each employee to assist other office staff when and where necessary. All employees have the responsibility of answering phones, maintaining files, filing, updating data, and receiving prescription refill orders, etc. Most importantly, it is each staff member’s responsibility to project and maintain a positive attitude toward all patients and fellow co- workers.  The duties listed may be changed or modified at any time.

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent organizational skills to independently manage work flow
• Ability to prioritize quickly and appropriately
• Ability to multi-task
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with study subjects, families, staff and the public
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Doctoral degree in Psychology or Foreign Medical Graduate in Healthcare or similar preferred
• Two years of clinical experience with psychiatric study subjects preferred
• One year of experience working in clinical research is preferred
• Bilingual- English/Spanish