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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Job Description

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Clinical Research Assistant supports site leadership, research nurses, research associates, lab staff, investigators/sub-investigators, and other research team members with any research-related tasks assigned within the scope of a CMA - see below outline:

Essential Job Functions

+ Direct Patient Care: Room patients, clean and turn over exam rooms, perform EKGs

+ Lab: perform phlebotomy, process/package/ship labs; manage lab kit inventory (order, receive, stock, track and dispose of expired kits), follow the most current lab protocols for each study, pull lab kits and prepare for visits; update lab flow sheets; obtain provider signatures on lab results and file into patient charts; ensure lab meets all regulations and standards (ie, TJC, OSHA, CMS); check research calendar daily for updates to visits and kits needed; gain access to lab sites for all studies

+ Administrative: Assist with completion of source documents; train in new protocols and protocol amendments for all of the clinical trials; participate in site initiation visits, monitoring and auditing visits; participate in research team meetings, assist with regulatory documentation; schedule appointments and procedures and make reminder calls; send procedure orders to affiliated groups

+ Data Management: Enter data into Clinical Trials Management System, Electronic Data Capture Systems, Outlook calendar, lab sites, regulatory system, Epic, and other systems as needed in order to carry out assigned tasks; send imaging to central data collection centers; partner with sub-investigators (i.e., Doctors, Nurse Practitioners, or Physician Assistants) to consent or reconsent patients enrolled in observational studies.

+ Coordinate with Lab, Infusion Center, Pathology, Radiology, Pharmacy and other departments / groups / facilities as needed.

+ Support the Research team with other clinical and administrative tasks as needed

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Certified Medical Assistant; National HealthCareer Association (required)

CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation; American Heart Association (required)

CPT Certified Phlebotomy Technician; National Healthcare Certification Organization (preferred)

Education

Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting or an Associate of Applied Science in Health Science with a specialty in Medical Assisting (required)

Work Experience

2 years’ experience performing clinical responsibilities in an ambulatory or acute care setting (required)

Recent within 1 year experience in phlebotomy and lab processing (preferred)

Clinical research experience (preferred)

Experience in learning and following clinical protocols (preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Records (preferred)

Language

None

Patient Population

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

General office environment.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

May have periods of constant interruptions.

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

+ Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

+ Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

+ Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

+ Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

_Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status._

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]