Clinical Research Medical/Administrative Assistant
DS Research12 months ago
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our clinical research team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in providing quality patient care and ensuring smooth clinic operations. This opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about healthcare and making a positive impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform medical procedures such as taking vital signs, collecting patient history, and preparing patients for examinations
- Conduct blood collection (phlebotomy) and manage processing/shipping
- Assist healthcare providers and clinical research coordinators during medical procedures, examinations, and visits
- Provide medical administrative support including scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, filing, and handling patient payments
- Ensure compliance with research studies and educate patients on protocol requirements and participation instructions
- Check patient recruitment platforms, follow up by phone to pre-screen potential research candidates, and track pre-screening activity
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of examination rooms, medical equipment, and office space
- Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient patient flow and optimal care
Required Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
- Experience in performing procedures such as vital signs measurement, injections, phlebotomy, and ECGs
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and phone skills with the ability to provide exceptional patient service
- Detail-oriented with robust organizational skills and adept at managing multiple tasks
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing responsibilities
- Proficient computer skills with experience managing tasks on the Google suite
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and prior Medical Assistant experience preferred
- Experience in a clinical setting with a focus on dermatology and/or clinical research is a plus
Benefits & Perks
- Compensation: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
- Job Type: Full-time
- Work Location: In person
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Required Skills
communication
research protocol compliance
medical administrative support
Google Suite proficiency
patient scheduling
organizational skills
phlebotomy
clinical research support
patient care
medical procedures
vital signs monitoring