Clinical Research Assistant

Retina Consultants of Texas (RCTX) is seeking a Research Assistant to join our team with the mission of Fighting Blindness For The World To See. This position will assist in research patient visits according to ICH-GCP guidelines and according to the IRB-approved study protocol and/or manual of procedures. Day-to-day activities may include all or some of the essential functions listed below, depending upon experience/knowledge and the needs of the organization, which are subject to change from time to time.

This role will be based at the Woodlands Clinic. The Research Department hours are 6:30am-5:00pm, Monday through Friday, with weekly schedules based on provider's clinic, patient and surgery schedules. Starting pay rate is $19.00 per hour and eligible for overtime. RCTX is the largest retina-only ophthalmology practice in the United States, with 26 physicians; we emphasize Hard Work, Authentic Care and Innovation, and are committed to providing the highest quality patient experience.

Competitive benefits for full-time eligible employees after a 60-day introductory period.

• Employee Paid Benefits such as Medical, Dental, and Vision, short-term disability, voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, HSA pre-taxed contributions, 401 (k) retirement savings contributions both Roth and Traditional options starting date of hire.
• Employer Paid Benefits such as long-term disability, $25,000 basic life insurance policy, 3% 401(k) safe harbor contribution, HSA employer contributions, annual performance merit increases, certification opportunities, rewards & recognition platform, Well Hub Starter Plan Gym Membership, paid time off and (8) paid holidays + (1) floating holiday annually.

Starting Pay Rate is $19.00 per hour and eligible for overtime.

• Coordinate and schedule subject visits within study/subject specific windows per protocol guidelines.
• Prepare visit-specific documentation and charts for Clinical Research Coordinator
• Inform subjects and obtain written consent in regard to ICF’s
• Assist Coordinator in patient care and management
• Assist Coordinator in monitoring subject flow and assist in subject care and management
• Accurately collect and record all necessary data (e.g. demographics, medical history, adverse events, concomitant medications, etc.) during study visit
• Transcribe subject study information from source documents to the Electronic Case Report Forms
• Administer all mandatory questionnaires to study subjects
• Set up, prepare subject, and conduct electrocardiograms on subject who require ECG per study protocol
• Scribe ocular exams for doctors and confirm appropriate treatment per protocol
• Promptly request all necessary medical records for Serious Adverse Event Reporting
• Collection, processing, and shipment of laboratory biological samples for analysis
• Perform intraocular pressure checks post-injections
• Review and resolve data management queries as needed
• Trial frame refraction and ETDRS visual acuity testing
• Other duties as assigned

• Biliginual preferred
• Ability to multitask
• Computer efficient
• Commnucates well both verbally and electronically; email, MS Teams, etc.
• Detail oriented

• Bachelors degree or 4 years of ophthalmic experience in lieu of degree

• No experience required with a Bachelors degree otherwise at least 4 years of ophthalmic experience

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Medical Practices

RCTX is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class under applicable law.