Job Details
Qualifications
- Analysis skills
- Clinical trials
- Computer skills
- LPN
- Microsoft Excel
Benefits
- Health insurance
Job Description
Overview:
SRI seeks a temp hourly Medical Assistant or similar licensee to support the conduct of clinical trials (Phase I through IV) in our Clinical Trial Unit (CTU) in Plymouth, MI. This medical professional will collaborate with SRI’s medical and operational personnel to perform study-related patient care as well as administrative tasks such as completing medical/study documentation, data entry, and attending meetings. Patient care of study participants will be performed at the Unit and/or via tele-medicine or home-health visits. The incumbent will perform patient care tasks and/or study procedures in alignment with applicable MI scope of practice for his/her credentials. The individual should be able to work independently and have schedule flexibility to work night and/or weekend shifts as needed. They will provide input about operating procedures and quality assurance initiatives.
This role is part0time hourly, and we anticipate 20-24 hours per week, mostly overnights. Minimally, there would be at least one shift per week, 8-12 hour shift.
Responsibilities:
Work with Physicians, Physicians Assistants, Nurses, and others in conducting clinical research on new drugs, vaccines, medical devices, diagnostics, or other materials.
Responsible for protecting the rights, safety and welfare of study participants.
Responsible for conducting clinical trials according to appropriate FDA, ICH or other guidelines, under the supervision of the SRI CTU management and study Principal Investigator.
Assist with study coordination and the collection of data, including data entry into study specific paper and/or electronic Case Report Forms (CRFs).
Assist with pre-study, study and post-study physical examinations, specimen, EKG and vital sign collection.
Support medical staff with 24-hour coverage when overnight, inpatient studies are being conducted.
Assist medical staff with treatment for medical emergencies and recording of data for adverse events.
Administer some study medications (per applicable MI scope of practice for licensure) and observe study participants for adverse events.
Safeguard and monitor study participant safety at all times.
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; protects study participants and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
Document study participant care services by charting in study records.
Maintain study participant confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
Assist with upkeep of facilities and equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying Supervisor/Management to call for repairs and providing updates regarding equipment inventories; and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Help maintain medical supply inventory monitoring inventory levels/expirations; anticipating needed supplies; and using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by staying current with professional licensure and attending management-recommended learning events/workshops/virtual sessions.
Qualifications:
Licensed Medical Assistant, or similar medical professional in the state of Michigan.
1-5 years of experience as a practicing MA/LPN
No prior sanctions by a state licensing agency; not disqualified from or restricted in the participation of clinical research by the FDA
Strong interpersonal and leadership skill, self-motivation and high personal integrity and ethics
Strong computer skills, MS Word and Excel for data collection and analysis
Preferred Qualities:
At least 1 year clinical research experience
Current BLS certification
The pay range is $15.00 to $20.00 per hour, temp hourly, non-benefitted.
SRI International, an over 75-year strong pioneering research institute, has a rich history supporting government and industry. Our innovations have created new industries, billions of dollars in market value and lasting benefits to society. SRI is organized around broad disciplines and capabilities, with research and development divisions and labs to groups who excel at identifying new opportunities, developing products and creating custom solutions. Our organization is driven by impact - delivering unique solutions for the world's important challenges and transforming ideas into reality for clients and partners.