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Research Assistant II-AdventHealth Orlando

Location: 601 EAST ROLLINS STREET, Orlando, 32803

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: (Customizable

-          Benefits from Day One

-          Paid Days Off from Day One

-          Student Loan Repayment Program

-          Career Development

-          Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

-          Mental Health Resources and Support

-          Pet Insurance*

-          Debt-free Education* (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)

-          Nursing Clinical Ladder Program*

-          Sign-on Bonus*

-          Relocation Bonus*

-          Team Based Nursing Model*

-          Reimbursement for the NCLEX*

* Nursing or BU specific benefits and perks

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time Days

Shift: 8am - Monday - Friday 7:30am- 4:00pm

The role you’ll contribute:

The Research Assistant II (RA II) will assist the Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC)/Research Nurse in the conduct of Phase I-IV industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical trials in accordance with trial protocols, FDA Regulations, and ICH/GCP Guidelines.  The RA II is immediately accountable to the CRC/CRN and works with them and other study team members to meet study-specific goals and timelines and communicates appropriately and effectively with subjects, investigators, CRC’s and other staff.  Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

·       Develops methods to assist the CRC/CRN in screening all new patients and consults for trials. Conforms to all standards of good research practice and provide support to research patients by abiding current IRB, FDA, federal, state and institutional regulations pertaining to human subjects research, including the use of institutional and departmental SOP’s

·       Delivers safe care and demonstrates regard for the dignity and respect of all participants. Practices the principles of Universal Precautions. Understands and abides by HIPAA regulations.

·       The RA II will assist the CRC/CRN in coordinating and facilitating study-required activities of trial participants.  Assures the consent process has been fully executed.  Communicates patient events and concerns regarding the patient’s level of understanding to the CRC/CRN.  Functions as a patient advocate.  Provides support to and is a resource person for questions and information required by patients and families.

·       Assists the CRC and CRN in maintaining neat, organized, accurate, and up-to-date source document records for all participants. Completes Case Report Forms (CRF’s) or subject tracking tools in a timely manner. Ensures that all data collection and submissions meet protocol specifications and requirements.

·       Understands the protocol document and performs required activities as exhibited through collaboration with the CRC/CRN.  Communicates with the CRC/CRN incoming data and patient status such as adverse events and inconsistencies. 

·       The RA II is responsible for accurate and timely submission or filing of data forms, angiography, echocardiology and/or laboratory materials.  Abstracts and records essential physical and test data.  Assists with source document completion for all required/reported data.  Enters data in time frame specified.  Maintains study chart to coincide with current patient status.  Responds to data clarification requests (queries) in a timely manner.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

Minimum qualifications:

•         Graduate of a Medical Assistant, EMT or Paramedic program with previous clinical experience

OR

•         3 years clinical experience

OR

•         2 years clinical research experience

•         BLS

•         If MA - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Certification, or American Medical Technologist (AMT) Certification, or ARMA (American Registry of Medical Assistants), or NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing), or NHA (National Health Career Association)

•         If EMT - Current active State of Florida EMT license

•         If Paramedic - Current active State of Florida Paramedic license

Preferred qualifications: 

•         Associate degree (or equivalent) in healthcare related field.

•         4 years of practical experience in a clinical research setting.

•         Practical Nurse

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About AdventHealth

At AdventHealth, Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ is our mission. It calls us to be His hands and feet in helping people feel whole. Our story is one of hope — one that strives to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Our more than 80,000 skilled and compassionate caregivers in hospitals, physician practices, outpatient clinics, urgent care centers, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies and hospice centers are committed to providing individualized, wholistic care.

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