Clinical Research Assoc (GF)

Title: Clinical Research Assoc (GF)

Location: Laguna Hills

Department: Inservice Education

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Days

Pay Range*: $27.80/hr - $40.32/hr

At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. Memorial Care stands for excellence in Healthcare. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork.

Position Summary

The Clinical Research Associate contributes to a clinical research study within the Professional Development Department. This position performs standardized data collection, conducts interviews with patients and family members, and reviews medical records to collect key study outcomes. The Clinical Research Associate reports directly to the Project Manager/Program Director and Primary Investigator.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

1. Complete standardized baseline interviews and assessments, in-person and via telephone, to patients and family caregivers (training provided).

2. Ensure timely data entry into REDCap database.

3. Manage study database including data cleaning and query completion as needed.

4. Identify and document protocol deviations and adverse event reporting.

5. Work independently with minimal supervision to maintain and preserve study blinding.

6. Ability to be at work and be on time.

7. Ability to follow company policies, procedures and directives.

8. Ability to interact in a positive and constructive manner.

9. Ability to prioritize and multitask.

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more...Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Qualifications/Work Experience:

•                 Highly professional demeanor and positive attitude.

•                 Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills.

•                 Ability to work successfully while meeting competing deadlines.

•                 Experience working within policies and procedures.

•                 Prior research experience involving human participants is preferred.

•                 Experience working with older patient populations and their families.

•                 Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

•                 Ability to prioritize and exercise good judgment.

•                 Excellent attendance and strong work ethic in past settings.

Education/Licensure/Certification:

•                 Associate degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred.

•                 Degree in Health Science preferred or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is required.

•                 An understanding of medical terminology and experience in a large complex health care setting preferred.

•                Knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office applications required.