Overview

Founded in 1946, the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is among the nation’s oldest, most respected independent, nonprofit biomedical research institutes. OMRF is dedicated to understanding and developing more effective treatments for human diseases, focusing on critical research areas such as Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, lupus, Multiple Sclerosis, and cardiovascular disease. OMRF follows an innovative cross-disciplinary approach to medical research and ranks among the nation’s leaders in patents per scientist.

Located in Oklahoma City, a city that offers a dynamic and flourishing downtown area, with low cost of living, short commute times and a diversified economy, OMRF has been voted one of the Top Workplaces since the inception of the award. This achievement has been accomplished thanks to OMRF individuals who share a unified understanding that our excellence can only be fully realized with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to these values.

BenefitsWe offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including, medical, dental, and vision insurance, minimum 8% company retirement contribution, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, onsite café, free onsite fitness center with access to personal trainer, free parking and much more! Relocation assistance available for those located 50 miles outside of Oklahoma City metro and out of state. Learn more about our benefits here.

OMRF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Responsibilities

• Support Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC) in conduct of clinical research activities.• Prep for research visits by gathering all relevant documents and supplies.• Prepare and maintain patient examination rooms and prepare patients for physical/medical/research exams.• Assist clinician investigators in the examination process.• Obtain vital signs, reconcile medications, record adverse events, perform EKGs as specified in research protocol.• Administer patient questionnaires, both paper and electronic.• Prepare and administer medications, injections, or treatments.• Draw blood and obtain and prepare other specimens for lab tests as directed by the protocol and the study investigator.• Maintain patient and research records and adhere to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).• Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.• Coordinate with external medical facilities.• Assists with approved research subject recruitment, retention and communication including conducting telephone screens and participating in research marketing activities such as health fairs.• Schedule appointments, maintain medical records, and complete paperwork.• Perform accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times.• Input patient/participant data into research databases.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 1 year of relevant experience or combination of education and experience.• Skilled phlebotomist

Must demonstrate strong organizational skills. Experience with data entry, managing patient files and records, and medical terminology. Must be detail oriented, flexible, adaptive, and have excellent oral and written communication skills. Must have the ability to deal professionally with diverse personalities and cultures in stressful and difficult situations. Ability to work under strict deadlines, maintain confidential information and keep up-to-date technically. Must have the ability to multi-task, work independently and as a team player.

Preferred Qualifications

• IV certified• Previous exposure to a research environment• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Work Hours

Typically, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm (hours may vary with advanced notice depending on workload and need for office coverage).