Medical Assistant (Clinical Research)

About us

CenExel is a leading nationwide clinical research site and patient network serving the life sciences industry. Leading in CNS and early phase studies, our 18 science-led Centers of Excellence deliver the right patients, at the right time, in the right place. Recently acquired by BayPine Capital Partners, our research sites provide unparalleled medical and scientific support in the design and execution of clinical trials. Our world-class PIs, advanced patient engagement strategies, premium data analytics, and integrated operations optimize every step of the clinical trial process.

Along with an exceptional work environment that promotes teamwork, positive leadership, and optimal work-life balance, CenExel Clinical Research also provides highly competitive compensation and a generous benefits package to full time employees after 30 days of employment including Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, Life Ins, and 401k.

Job Summary

With moderate oversight, the Research Assistant I provides direct support to Clinical Research Coordinators in the completion of protocol-specific study goals while observing strict adherence to ICH, GCP, protocol, and site guidelines and policies.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Creating and maintaining patient charts for all assigned studies.
• Preparing participant visits based on CRCs schedule, ensuring all source documents, assessments, lab kits and other visit materials are available and accurate. Filing of lab results, EKG results, and other communication in designated patient charts.
• Maintaining inventory of study specific supplies including lab kits, assessments and participant facing materials.
• Timely completion of data entry and query resolution for all CRFs, based on sponsor specific timelines and deadlines established in contract or other communication.
• Conducts assessments, including but not limited to, blood pressure, urine collection.
• Communicating with study participants, caregivers, third party vendors and laboratories as needed.
• Assisting Coordinators with scheduling, copying, faxing, and other clerical tasks.
• Aiding Coordinators in the facilitation of study monitoring visits.
• Completion of daily responsibilities delegated by CRC as they pertain to the study and/or participants.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all inclusive.

Education/Experience/Skills

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing in English and Spanish.
• Excellent computer skills and advanced knowledge of electronic equipment (i.e., e-mail, computer, fax machine, copier, etc.).
• Skilled in organization and record maintenance.
• Skilled in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors and co- workers.
• Strong personal initiative and attention to detail.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to clearly communicate both orally and verbally.

Working Conditions

1. Indoor, Office environment. 2. Essential physical requirements include sitting, typing, standing, and walking. 3. Lightly active position, occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds and/or pushing carts up to 50 pounds 4. Reporting to work, as scheduled, is essential. 5. On site work arrangement.

CenExel Clinical Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or status.