Clinical Research Assistant

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
101 Merrimac Street (Show on map)
Feb 28, 2025
Summary Encompasses a variety of clinical and administrative tasks and responsibilities which serve to facilitate the flow of patients through the clinic and to enhance the quality of care to patients. The emphasis is primarily administrative and placed on the ability to organize priorities, complete tasks, manage confidential patient information, schedule appointments, arrange diagnostic testing and referrals, and assist with insurance-related issues. Depending on interest, participation in research protocols may also be possible. Does this position require Patient Care? No -Maintains records and databases. -Uses software programs to generate graphs and reports. Essential Functions: - Ensuring all orders from lab personnel go through and tracking when necessary. There may be emergencies when things have to expedited overnight so must be reachable daily. Use system of entering orders at least twice a day (morning and evening). - Ensuring appropriate PO's are generated for certain orders, using appropriate funds and checking credit card transactions monthly. - Organizing and maintaining the lab meeting presentation schedule (individual project presentations, journal club and outside mentoring) - Organizing and maintaining the Mesa alarm system on-call schedule - Organizing lab events every 2-3 months which will generally include a group activity followed by a meal. - Ordering Friday lunch for lab group. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Careful attention to details. - Good organizational skills. - Good communication skills. - Knowledge of clinical Research Protocols. Qualifications - External LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS: None EDUCATION: High School Diploma preferred EXPERIENCE: None SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None WORKING CONDITIONS: Duties will be performed in an office setting The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.