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Research AssistantRetina Consultants of Texas (RCTX) is seeking a Research Assistant to join our innovative team with the mission of Fighting Blindness For The World To See. This position will be responsible for assisting 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 individual experience / knowledge and the needs of the organization which are subject to change from time to time. This position will be based at The Woodlands Clinic.Candidates must be able to meet the needs of the patients and providers, and support the Research Department hours of 6:30am-5pm Monday through Friday. Schedules are provided weekly and are based on the provider's clinic, patient and surgery schedules.RCTX is the largest and most respected retina-only ophthalmology practice in the United States. Our group consists of 26 world renowned physicians leading the world in retinal care. While serving two major metropolitan markets (and their extensions) our combined culture allows us to best serve our patients, referral sources and our own team of physicians. RCTX also invests heavily in diagnostic equipment, providing state-of-the-art retina imaging, laser and diagnostic capabilities to each patient. This, combined with the clinical expertise of our physicians, an outstanding and devoted staff, and 25 convenient locations to serve our patients.In addition to being highly challenged professionally, in joining our practice, the following 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, WellHub 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.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.ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and schedule subject visits within study/subject specific windows per protocol guidelines.Prepare visit-specific documentation and charts for Clinical Research CoordinatorInform subjects and obtain written consent in regard to ICF'sAssist Coordinator in patient care and managementAssist Coordinator in monitoring subject flow and assist in subject care and managementAccurately collect and record all necessary data (e.g. demographics, medical history, adverse events, concomitant medications, etc.) during study visitTranscribe subject study information from source documents to the Electronic Case Report FormsAdminister all mandatory questionnaires to study subjectsSet up, prepare subject, and conduct electrocardiograms on subject who require ECG per study protocolScribe ocular exams for doctors and confirm appropriate treatment per protocolPromptly request all necessary medical records for Serious Adverse Event ReportingCollection, processing, and shipment of laboratory biological samples for analysisPerform intraocular pressure checks post-injectionsReview and resolve data management queries as neededTrial frame refraction and ETDRS visual acuity testingOther duties as assignedQualificationsSkills/Competencies:Bilingual preferredAbility to multitaskComputer efficientCommunicates well both verbally and electronically; email, MS Teams, etc.Detail orientedEducation RequirementsBachelors degree or 4 years of ophthalmic experience in lieu of degreeExperience Requirements:No experience required with a Bachelors degree otherwise at least 4 years of ophthalmic experience

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