Retina Consultants of Texas · 1 day ago
Research Assistant - Unmasked
Katy, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$19/hr - $19/hr
3+ years expRetina Consultants of Texas (RCTX) is seeking an Unmasked Research Assistant to join their innovative team with the mission of Fighting Blindness For The World To See. This role involves assisting in research patient visits according to ICH-GCP guidelines and the IRB-approved study protocol.
Health CareMedical
Responsibilities
Conducts safe and appropriate aseptic and sterile field techniques
Assist Coordinator in monitoring subject flow and assist in subject care and management
Observe, assist, collect, and record all necessary data for follow up (E.g. Adverse Events, concomitant medications, etc.) study visits (Phase 2 & 3; No Gene Therapy)
Ensure that treatment room is fully stocked with ancillary supplies ahead of each day
Explain treatment processes and procedures to study subjects
Set up, prepare subject, and assist in administration of treatment on subjects as required per study protocol and pharmacy/procedure manual
Promptly report treatment-related Adverse Events (to include medication errors) to an appropriate unmasked RA (Level II/III Preferred)
Assist in collection of aqueous humor samples for analysis
Perform intraocular pressure checks after injections
Perform post-treatment procedures (finger count, hand motion, light perception)
Monitor on-site temperature for all equipment and document daily logs (if applicable)
Daily calibration of tonopens
Perform other duties as assigned
Obtain any applicable additional/required sponsor training and or Certifications
Ensure all instruments used by UM team is accounted for and properly sterilized
Qualification
Required
Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms, and ocular medications
Possesses excellent organizational skills to independently manage workflow
Pay meticulous attention to detail
Takes initiative
Possesses insight and energy to prioritize quickly
Demonstrates high-level critical thinking skills
Cooperates with supervisory staff, physicians, peers external customers, and patients in a positive, energetic, and professional manner
Demonstrates excellence in communication skills, both personal and written
Abounds in organizational and time-management skills, to include multi-tasking
High School diploma or the equivalent required, with 3 years ophthalmology experience
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Must be able to write
Must be able to hold arms at shoulder height
Must be able to communicate via telephone
Must have manual dexterity to work with ophthalmic equipment
Preferred
College Degree Preferred
Promptly report treatment-related Adverse Events (to include medication errors) to an appropriate unmasked RA (Level II/III Preferred)
Benefits
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) from 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.
Company
Retina Consultants of Texas
Retina Consultants of Texas (formerly Retina Consultants of Houston) is the largest retina-only ophthalmology practice in Southeast Texas and one of the most respected in the U.S.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Matthew Benz
Partner
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