Clinical Research Assistant

• Company Overview University Retina is a full-service practice that specializes in helping patients heal eyesight-robbing diseases of the retina, vitreous, and macula.
• Led by a team of board-certified ophthalmologists and retina specialists, the practice has locations in Oak Forest, Bedford Park, Lemont, Lombard, and Lincolnwood, Illinois.
• With a dedication to education, technology, charity, and compassionate care, the University Retina team strives to provide patients with the highest level of retinal care in the world.
• The physicians diagnose and treat retinal-related conditions, including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment repair, and other disorders of the retina, vitreous, and macula.
• All University Retina offices are equipped with state-of-the-art technology, and each patient’s treatment plan includes the most current and effective therapies or services available.

Position Summary

We are now hiring for a Clinical Research Assistant that will support a high-volume Resarch Department within an ophthalmic practice that focuses on providing quality and compassionate care to each patient needed complete eye care services. Pay Range - $21.00-$23.50/hr. Commensurate with experience

Responsibilities

• A CRA is responsible for performing procedures and coordinating the execution of clinical trials in accordance with research protocols.
• Recruit and screen subjects to participate in trials
• Coordinate patient visits and perform procedures related to research
• Collect accurate data obtained from research visits
• Monitor research participants to ensure adherence to study protocol
• Adhere to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines including regulatory and ethical standards
• Maintain relationships with site staff, study subjects, and sponsor delegates
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Clinical Research Coordinator
• Maintain compliance with all research Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Qualifications

• 2+ years in healthcare, preferably ophthalmology, but not necessarily in clinical research