Clinical Research Coordinator - Ophthalmology - No Weekends, Full Benefits!

EyeCare Partners - Lexington, KY

Full-time

Lexington, KY

501-1,000 employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Clinical Research Coordinator at EyeCare Partners is responsible for coordinating research protocols, including subject recruitment, enrollment, and implementation of clinical trials. This role ensures compliance with federal regulations and promotes good clinical practices in the conduct of clinical investigations, ultimately enhancing patient care and advancing eye care research.

Responsibilities

• Participate in subject screening, recruitment, enrollment, and follow-up procedures for clinical trials.
• Read and understand research protocols thoroughly.
• Collect, process, and ship research specimens, including blood draws, following appropriate training.
• Document and maintain all study-related procedures and events on case report forms (CRFs) or electronic data capture (EDC).
• Prepare complex regulatory documents such as Human Investigation Committee (HIC) applications, Informed Consents, and Adverse Event (AE) Reports.
• Communicate effectively with subjects, research team, principal investigators, and study sponsors.
• Consent and conduct study visits for various types of trials as appropriate to education and training.
• Monitor for adverse events and ensure accountability of study devices and articles.
• Prepare for and participate in audits by sponsors and external regulators.
• Utilize effective communication skills in patient/family interactions, considering specific age and cultural needs.
• Assist in budget preparation and implementation of study protocols with the regulatory division.
• Protect subject confidentiality and complete tasks by deadlines set by the supervisor.
• Investigate solutions to problems and determine the best course of action.
• Work effectively in a team environment and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of clinical research experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and professional skills to work effectively with others and provide superior customer service.
• Ability to handle confidential matters and adhere to HIPAA guidelines.
• Understanding of medical terminology, procedure codes, and diagnosis codes relevant to recruiting subjects for research.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize workload, and organize files in an open office setting.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.