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Clinical Psychometric Rater

Job Locations US-OR-Portland
ID
2024-1776
Category
Clinical - Staff
Position Type
Regular Full Time

Overview

Since 1976, Summit Research Network has worked in cooperation with pharmaceutical companies to develop new medical treatments for various of conditions by conducting 500+ clinical trials. With decades of experience, Summit Research Network provides the most advanced clinical research, including our Memory Health Center, to help develop better treatments and better future health for individuals with psychiatric, dementia, age related memory issues and many other health conditions.

 

Together with Headlands Research, we are dedicated to enhancing clinical trial delivery within our communities. As a leading network of advanced clinical trial sites, we leverage cutting-edge technology and exceptional support services to broaden outreach and participation. Founded in 2018, our rapidly growing company currently operates 20+ sites across the US and Canada, with plans for further expansion.

 

 

 

The Role

 

Headlands Research is searching for a full-time experienced clinician who has experience performing cognitive assessments for the adult population at our clinical research site located in Portland, OR. The Psychometric Rater is responsible for administering and interpreting quantitative and qualitative tests as part of a clinical team investigating pharmaceutical treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Depression, Anxiety, Parkinson’s Disease, and others. This position is responsible for ensuring that the data collection is in congruence with the philosophy and mission of the company, as well as with the specific scale administration guidelines.

 

Clinic Location:  Montgomery Park office space near the Pearl District (no remote or hybrid possibilities)

Type:  Full-time Employee

Hours/Schedule:  Mondays through Thursdays, 4x10s

Benefits:  Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) + company match, + more!

 

 

 

 

Responsibilities

  • Conduct cognitive, diagnostic, and clinical assessments of study participants, as well as caregiver interviews, for clinical trials under the direction of a supervising Principal Investigator in accordance to site-specific and company-wide SOPs, FDA, GCP, and protocol guidelines, as well as all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Professionals in this role actively participate in outstanding customer service and accept responsibility for developing and maintaining mutually respectful relationships.
  • Actively work to maintain consistency in the performance of ratings over time for individual subjects to ensure efficacy and prevent rater drift
  • Articulate ratings issues to CRO and/or Sponsor, Principal or Sub-Investigator and other members of the study team.
  • Maintain accurate, complete, and timely visit source documentation as well as sponsor required information
  • Respond promptly to questions and feedback regarding rating assessments
  • Ensure subject safety by appropriately assessing and responding to any potential for harm to self or others and reporting it appropriately per company policy
  • Facilitate flow of professional and timely communication with subjects, study staff, referral sources, Sponsor and/or CRO, Monitor(s), Auditors and any central ratings groups hired by the Sponsor.
  • Complete all study queries in a timely manner
  • Conduct telephone screens and pre-screens, as needed
  • Administer protocol-specific scales and evaluate results to determine protocol eligibility under the supervision of the Principal Investigator
  • Administering and scoring psychometric tests for clinical trial participants in accordance to the visit schedule outlined in the study protocol.
  • Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
  • Provide appropriate community resource referrals to subjects, caretakers, and family, as appropriate.
  • Assist with additional tasks as assigned

 

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in psychology or related field required.
    • Bachelor's Degree will be accepted for individuals who have previously served as a psychometric rater on pharmaceutical clinical trials.
  • Experience performing cognitive assessments for the adult and geriatric patient populations required.
  • Previous experience in clinical research highly preferred.
  • Must have the ability to demonstrate situational awareness and empathy while working with patients of diminished mental capacity within the guidelines of research protocols.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (written and oral).
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • High level of attention-to-detail and orgnization is a must.

 

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