What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant & Research Regulatory Specialist position at Clinical Research Institute of Arizona, LLC?
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive Medical Assistant & Research Regulatory Specialist to join our team. This unique, dual-focused role balances hands-on clinical medical assistant duties with managing the essential regulatory components of our clinical trials.The ideal candidate does not need prior clinical research experience but must possess exceptional organizational skills, a strong work ethic, and an eagerness to master complex research regulatory compliance. You will work closely with the physician and management to ensure flawless patient care and strict protocol compliance.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Medical Assistant Duties:
- Prepare exam rooms and assist the physician with routine patient examinations and procedures.
- Take patient vitals, record medical histories, and document clinical notes accurately.
- Perform basic clinical laboratory tasks as directed by the physician.
- Maintain excellent patient communication and a seamless back-office workflow.
Research Regulatory & Administrative Duties:
- Learn, master, and take complete ownership of the study regulatory binders and startup documentation.
- Ensure all critical documents (SOPs, CLIA waivers, calibration logs, ambient temperature logs, training logs) are meticulously filed, organized, and securely stored in locked cabinets.
- Draft, track, and complete essential study documentation, including Delegations of Authority (DOAs) and Notes to File (NTFs).
- Coordinate access and secure file uploads to clinical trial management systems (e.g., CRIO) strictly according to internal office timelines and green-light procedures.
- Serve as a secure anchor for data integrity, ensuring absolute confidentiality and compliance with FDA, GCP, and internal standard operating procedures.
Qualifications & Skills
- Certification: Completed an accredited Medical Assistant program (CMA or RMA preferred).
- Experience: Prior experience (with a minimum of 2 years) as a back-office Medical Assistant is highly preferred. No prior clinical research experience is required; comprehensive training on regulatory protocols will be provided.
- Organizational Mastery: Exceptional eye for detail. Ability to spot scanning issues (e.g., handling triplicate paper logs) and proactively document discrepancies.
- Technical Savvy: High proficiency with Microsoft Office, electronic medical records (EMR), and a strong aptitude for learning research software platforms.
- Professionalism: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to confidently interact with study monitors, sponsors, and internal staff while firmly maintaining established office workflows.
- Discretion & Security: Proven ability to handle highly sensitive, confidential data with absolute integrity.
Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $28