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Medical Assistant - Clinical Research

CenExel·Anaheim, California

$20 - $21/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

Provides direct support to Clinical Research Coordinators by maintaining patient charts and preparing visit materials. Responsible for data entry, query resolution, and assisting with clinical assessments like blood pressure and urine collection.

About Us

Each of CenExel’s research sites specialize in Phase I to Phase IV clinical trials.

Our Centers of Excellence comprise some of the most well respected and long-standing research facilities in the country.

Specialty areas of research across our sites include Psychiatry, Acute Post Op Pain, Asian Bridging, Dermatology, GI, and Neurology.

Each of our Centers of Excellence has tremendous experience and expertise in complex early-phase trials, and all our sites have inpatient capability.

We focus on quality people, teamwork, and highly experienced clinical research managers with a history of success.

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.

Hourly Range

$20.00 - $21.00/hr + $1.50/hr differential on weekends after 90 days (Depending on education, experience, and skillset)

Schedule

  • Full-Time - 40
  • Hours/
  • Week - 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (Must be able to work weekends)

Job Summary

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.
  • Assisting Coordinators in 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

  • Medical Assistant Certification or Certified Phlebotomy Tech or (Required)
  • Medical Assistant training with a Bachelor's Degree or Foreign MD would suffice in place of not having a certification.
  • Interest in and knowledge of specific study indications.
  • 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 emergencies.
  • 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. 4. Reporting to work, as scheduled, is essential.

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.

Requirements

Requires a Medical Assistant Certification, Certified Phlebotomy Tech, or a Bachelor's Degree/Foreign MD. Candidates must possess strong computer skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work weekends.

  • bachelor degree
  • professional certificate
  • Inventory Management
  • Phlebotomy
  • Data Entry
  • Patient Communication
  • Patient Charting
  • Record Maintenance
  • Urine Collection
  • Clinical Research
  • EKG
  • Medical Assisting
  • Clerical Tasks
  • Blood Pressure Monitoring

Benefits

  • Dental
  • Vision
  • STD
  • LTD
  • Health Insurance
  • 401k
  • Life Ins

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$20 - $21/hr
Location
Anaheim, California
Posted
May 29, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

CenExel

CenExel is a leading integrated, wholly owned, nationwide clinical research site network comprised of 18 Centers of Excellence in major metropolitan areas across the U. S. With 40+ years of experience, our Centers of Excellence deliver deep scientific expertise, premium data,...

Salary listed on 20 jobs
IndustryResearch Services
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Market context

California clinical research roles need certified MAs

In California, Medical Assistant roles in clinical research are often competitive because employers look for candidates who can support patient-facing workflows while maintaining strict study documentation and compliance. This role stands out for requiring Medical Assistant certification, proven phlebotomy experience, and careful adherence to ICH and GCP guidelines; the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, review your phlebotomy examples and be ready to discuss how you stay organized in regulated research settings.

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