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About Care Access
Care Access is working to make the future of health better for all.With hundreds of research locations mobile clinics and clinicians across the globe we bring world-class research and health services directly to communities that often face barriers to care.We are dedicated to ensuring that every person has the opportunity to understand their health access the care they needand contribute to the medical breakthroughs of tomorrow.
With programs likeFuture of Medicine which makes advanced health screenings and research opportunities accessible to communities worldwide andDifference Makers which supports local leaders to expand their community health and wellbeing efforts we put people at the heart of medical progress. Through partnerships technology and perseverance we are reimagining how clinical research and health services reach the world. Together we are building a future of health that is better and more accessible for all.
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How This Role Makes a Difference
The Clinical Research Assistant for the Future of Medicine program is an entry-level clinical position designed to fully integrate individuals into the Care Access research process. The Future of Medicine program brings clinical trials directly into communities making research more accessible and inclusive for diverse populations. As a Clinical Research Assistant for Future of Medicine youll bring your skills wherever the research happens whether that is in local clinics at community events and occasionally at regional events (with travel up to 25%). This role offers opportunities for growth and advancement within the Care Access Research organization.
How Youll Make An Impact
- As a Clinical Research Assistant youll support every stage of the research process: engaging with participants and collecting biospecimens to managing data and maintaining regulatory compliance. Youll help bring clinical trials directly into local communities by supporting recruitment outreach and event operations. Along the way youll gain hands-on experience in clinical research with opportunities to grow your skills and career.
- Clinical & Participant Care
- Perform independent venipuncture including managing difficult draws and re-attempts per protocol.
- Collect label process package and ship biospecimens while maintaining chain of custody and temperature controls.
- Obtain informed consent under the direction of the Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC).
- Complete protocol-required visit procedures under CRC direction.
- Communicate clearly with participants and on-site teams; escalate issues promptly.
- Maintain effective professional relationships with participants investigators and sponsor representatives.
- Study Operations & Data Management
- Record and enter data in real time on paper or e-source documents ensuring accuracy and legibility.
- Request and manage medical records for potential and current participants.
- Update study trackers online recruitment systems and site logs.
- Request and issue study participant payments.
- Maintain adherence to FDA regulations ICH guidelines and institutional SOPs.
- Member Education & Community Engagement
- Participate in member education and pre-screening events which may occur at multiple locations.
- Set up and tear down event sites; prepare kits and supplies ensuring aseptic technique and biohazard safety.
- Assist with distribution of outreach and education materials.
- Schedule participant visits and provide reminders.
- Clinical Site & Administrative Support
- Assist with administrative tasks such as copying scanning filing mailing and emailing.
- Support inventory management and ordering of equipment and supplies.
- Contribute to maintaining an organized compliant site environment.
- Other Responsibilities
- Communicate clearly in both verbal and written form.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of study success.
The Expertise Required
- Technical & Operational Proficiency
- Comfortable using eSource/mobile apps and standard office tools.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to learn and adapt in a fast-paced evolving environment.
- Strong organizational skills with close attention to detail.
- Professional & Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a high degree of professionalism across diverse groups.
- Friendly outgoing personality with the ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure.
- Critical thinker and problem solver with strong initiative.
- Ability and willingness to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively to team and site goals.
- High level of self-motivation energy and an optimistic can do attitude.
- Clinical Skills & Experience
- 1 year of recent hands-on phlebotomy experience in a clinical setting (200 venipunctures; 2550 capillary sticks; 3050 in the last 23 months).
- Demonstrated competency in specimen processing.
- Working knowledge of medical and research terminology ICH-GCP HIPAA/PHI handling and related federal regulations.
- Some prior clinical research experience preferred.
- Current national phlebotomy certification such as:
- ASCP Phlebotomy Technician (PBT)
- AMT Registered Phlebotomy Technician (RPT)
- NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
- NCCT National Certified Phlebotomy Technician (NCPT)
- State-specific licensure/certification if required (CA WA LA NV).
How We Work Together
- Location: This position is for a full-time hourly role. The standard schedule is Tuesday through Saturday averaging 3242 hours per week. Work is typically split between community events and a local clinical site (for example a Houston-based team member may spend three days at community events and two days at the local site)
- Travel: As a Clinical Research Assistant for Future of Medicine youll bring your skills wherever the research happens whether that is in local clinics at community events and occasionally at national events (with travel up to 25%).
The expected salary range for this role is $19.00-$33.00 USD per addition to base pay employees may be eligible for 401k stock options health and wellness benefits and paid time off.
Diversity & Inclusion
We work with and serve people from diverse cultures and communities around the world. We are stronger and better when we build a team representing the communities we support. We maintain an inclusive culture where people from a broad range of backgrounds feel valued and respected as they contribute to our mission.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy age national origin disability status genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Care Access is unable to sponsor work visas at this time.
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