Ophthalmic Clinical Research Assistant

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We are searching for a clinical research assistant to support our busy Ophthalmology research department. The Research Assistant provides administrative and clerical support to the Research Manager. The ideal candidate must be extremely organized with good critical thinking skills, analytical, and strong in communication skills to interact with trial participants, researchers, health‑care professionals and clinical trial sponsors. They must be competent with using computers and spreadsheets, with the ability to diligently follow protocol as required by the trial.

Interested candidates should complete the Predictive Index.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• JCAHPO certification COA level or above or willingness to receive that certification with 6 months of employment
• BLS Certified
• GCP certification
• Infusion Therapy training preferred
• IATA training
• 2 years of ophthalmic experience
• Knowledge of procedures and diagnostics involved in an ophthalmic examination
• Willingness to participate in continuing education in the ophthalmic and clinical research fields

• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Work independently; planning, organizing, scheduling, and completing work within deadlines
• Multi‑task, managing conflicting demands and priorities
• Strict adherence to HIPAA regulations
• Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness
• Process and procedure oriented
• Highly organized and efficient
• Communicate clearly and professionally, both in oral and written correspondence
• Demonstrated consistency and dependability in attendance, quantity and quality of work
• Interacts professionally with managers, peers, patients and health‑care providers
• Use of discretion regarding current, ongoing, or new projects in research and patient confidentiality and protection

• Assisting with routine data analysis and interpretation using data analysis programs
• Assisting in the setup, operation, and maintenance of research equipment/instruments
• Following established policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards
• Recruiting subjects for trials and developing tools to improve clinical trial conduct
• Developing credible relationships with patients and providers
• Track documents and correspondence – receive, print, scan, and sort
• Ensure documents are complete and accurate, recognizing discrepancies and making corrections
• Compose and type routine correspondence and other documents
• Update/maintain database information
• Answer incoming phone calls to resolve patient inquiries, follow up as needed

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Medical Practices