Retina Consultants of Texas (RCTX) is seeking a Clinical Research Referal Coordinator who will be primarily responsible for pre-screening and contacting referred patients for ongoing clinical trials to ensure patients are fully informed of any treatment options available for their disease. Day-to-day activities may include all or some of the essential functions listed below, depending upon individual experience / knowledge and the needs of the organization which are subject to change from time to time.

Candidate must be able to work shift anytime between 8:00am-5:00pm. This is a hybrid position and will report to our Business Office on Post Oak.

RCTX offers the following competitive benefits for full-time eligible employees after the introductory period:

• Medical Insurance Plans
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Dental Insurance Plan
• 401K Contribution
• Life Insurance
• PTO and Holiday Pay
• Rewards and Recognition Program
• Certification Opportunities

Retina Consultants of Texas (RCTX) is one of the largest and most respected retina-only ophthalmology practices in the United States, committed to Preserving the Patient's Vision. RCTX has three certified research centers and is home to the Greater Houston Retina Research Center, one of the country’s leading sites for retinal research. All Retina Consultants of Texas physicians are board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and specialize exclusively in diseases and surgery of the retina, vitreous, and macula. In addition, RCTX has an ocular oncology division, which focuses on cancer treatments for the eye. Our surgeons have studied at some of the most renowned institutions in the nation and all have graduated at the very top of their classes.

Retina Consultants of Texas (RCTX) is part of Retina Consultants of America (RCA), the largest network of leading retina specialists with the mission of saving sight and improving patient lives through innovation and the highest quality care. Through RCA's physician-centered practice management model, physicians continue to drive clinical and practice culture while benefiting from the available business expertise, resources and shared best practices.

Retina Consultants of Texas follows all CDC and local authority protocols to ensure the safety and well-being of the patients, providers, employees and communities. 

Retina Consultants of Texas is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and an Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity.

• Oversee and maintain referral lists for recruitment in Real-time CTMS
• Creating and managing the recruitment status in Real Time CTMS and MDI or site EMR during the referral process.
• Calling and speaking with potential subjects in-depth about the clinical trial that they were referred to within the timeframe outlined by the protocol/practice.
• Ensuring all communication notes are documented and up to date within Real Time CTMS and available to the study coordinator and study team.
• Assist in the implementation of strategies to achieve subject recruitment goals
• Provide continued support to staff in carrying out their daily functions
• Execute other duties as may be required by the Research Director or Referral Supervisory as training and experience allows.
• Prescreening of all assigned referrals
• Well-Versed in research protocols and informed consent
• Develop a screen flow for research referrals for the site to execute
• Oversee referrals in HIVE research app and enter into CTMS

Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledgeable about GCP, FDA regulations
• Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical research industry
• Takes initiative
• Goal- driven mindset
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, efficient, and able to multi-task and prioritize effectively
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma of Equivalent
• At least one year working in Retina, preferably in a research setting
• Bilingual Candidates are encouraged to apply

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to write and type 
• Must be able to communicate via telephone and email
• Must be able to read medical charts