Research Assistant: Patient Recruitment and Data Entry

Description

(Full-time, on site)

The Clinical Research Assistant: Focuses primarily on Data Entry and Patient Recruitment. The role supports clinical research studies by ensuring data quality, completeness, and compliance with study protocols and identifying and pre-screening potential participants according to study protocols and inclusion/exclusion criteria.

This position is ideal for an experienced patient recruiter or a person with great people skills who is comfortable and confident when speaking with potential trial participants over the phone. A detail-oriented individual who is interested in building a career in clinical research could be a great fit.

ObjectiveHealth is a clinical research company transforming how research is conducted at the point of care. Using our proprietary technology, we aim to:

• •Increase patient access to research trials within our communities
• •Provide physicians with enhanced care options for current patients
• •Deliver superior clinical research enrollment metrics to Pharma sponsors

All with the ultimate goal of Improving Patient Outcomes at the Point of Care . We want you to join us in doing just that.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Entry

• •Enter clinical trial data into Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems accurately and within required timelines.
• •Review source documents and medical records to ensure complete and accurate transcription of participant data.
• •Verify data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency prior to submission.
• •Review, investigate, and resolve EDC data queries generated by sponsors, contract research organizations (CROs), or data management teams by comparing source documentation and collaborating with study personnel.
• •Communicate with Clinical Research Coordinators, investigators, and other study staff to resolve missing, incomplete, or inconsistent data.
• •Correct data discrepancies while maintaining appropriate documentation and audit trails within the EDC system.
• •Ensure timely completion of data entry and query resolution to support study milestones and database lock.
• •Adhere to study protocols, sponsor requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), HIPAA, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• •Assist with quality control reviews and support sponsor monitoring visits, audits, and regulatory inspections as needed.
• •Maintain confidentiality of participant information and research data.

Patient Recruitment

• •Identify and pre-screen potential participants according to study protocols and inclusion/exclusion criteria.
• •Review EMRs (including ObjectiveHealth and other systems) to identify eligible patients. Conduct chart reviews.
• •Schedule and coordinate pre-screening and screening visits, maintaining organized and full site calendars.
• •Collaborate with Clinical Research Coordinators, site teams, and leadership to align recruitment strategies and meet or exceed enrollment targets.
• •Maintain knowledge of study protocols and regulatory requirements (HIPAA/GCP).

Requirements

• •High school diploma or equivalent.
• •1+ years of data entry, administrative support, medical office, or related experience.
• •Research experience or patient recruitment experience is a plus.
• •Basic understanding of medical terminology
• •Use of Electronic medical systems and other healthcare system experience
• •Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
• •Strong organizational and time management skills.
• •Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• •Strong written and verbal communication skills