Research Assistant

Overview

Retina Consultants of Texas (RCTX) is seeking an Unmasked Research Assistant to join our innovative team with the mission of Fighting Blindness For The World To See. This position will be responsible for assisting in research patient visits according to ICH-GCP guidelines and according to the IRB-approved study protocol and/or manual of procedures. 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. This position will be based at The Woodlands location. 

Candidates must be able to meet the needs of the patients and providers, and support the Research Department hours of 6:30am-5pm Monday through Friday. Schedules are provided weekly and are based on the provider's clinic, patient and surgery schedules. 

Retina Consultants of Texas is the largest and most respected retina-only ophthalmology practice in the United States. Our group consists of 26 world-renowned physicians leading the world in retinal care. While serving two major metropolitan markets (and their extensions) our combined culture allows us to best serve our patients, referral sources and our own team of physicians. RCTX also invests heavily in diagnostic equipment, providing state-of-the-art retina imaging, laser, and diagnostic capabilities to each patient. This, combined with the clinical expertise of our physicians, an outstanding and devoted staff, and 25 convenient locations to serve our patients.

We worked hard to create our culture as Retina Warriors. We strongly emphasize our core values of Hard Work, Authentic Care and Innovation in everything we do. It is our belief that by investing in our people, our people will be empowered of their own accord to provide the highest quality patient experience.

In addition to being highly challenged professionally, upon joining our practice, the following competitive benefits for full-time eligible employees after a 60-day introductory period:

• Employee Paid Benefits such as Medical, Dental, and Vision, short-term disability, voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, HSA pre-taxed contributions, and 401 (k) retirement savings contributions (both Roth and Traditional options). 
• Employer Paid Benefits such as long-term disability, $25,000 basic life insurance policy, 3% 401(k) safe harbor contribution, HSA employer contributions, annual performance merit increases, certification opportunities, rewards & recognition platform, WellHub Starter Plan Gym Membership, paid time off, and (8) paid holidays + (1) floating holiday annually.  

Starting Pay Rate is $19.00 per hour and is eligible for overtime.

RCTX is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class under applicable law.

Responsibilities

• Conducts safe and appropriate aseptic and sterile field techniques
• Assist Coordinator in monitoring subject flow and assist in subject care and management
• Observe, assist, collect, and record all necessary data for follow up (E.g. Adverse Events, concomitant medications, etc.) study visits (Phase 2 & 3; No Gene Therapy)
• Ensure that treatment room is fully stocked with ancillary supplies ahead of each day
• Explain treatment processes and procedures to study subjects
• Set up, prepare subject, and assist in administration of treatment on subjects as required per study protocol and pharmacy/procedure manual
• Promptly report treatment-related Adverse Events (to include medication errors) to an appropriate unmasked RA (Level II/III Preferred)
• Assist in collection of aqueous humor samples for analysis
• Perform intraocular pressure checks after injections
• Perform post-treatment procedures (finger count, hand motion, light perception)
• Monitor on-site temperature for all equipment and document daily logs (if applicable)
• Daily calibration of tonopens
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Obtain any applicable additional/required sponsor training and or Certifications
• Ensure all instruments used by UM team is accounted for and properly sterilized

Qualifications

Skills/Competencies:

• Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms, and ocular medications
• Possesses excellent organizational skills to independently manage workflow
• Pay meticulous attention to detail
• Takes initiative
• Possesses insight and energy to prioritize quickly
• Demonstrates high-level critical thinking skills
• Cooperates with supervisory staff, physicians, peers external customers, and patients in a positive, energetic, and professional manner
• Demonstrates excellence in communication skills, both personal and written
• Abounds in organizational and time-management skills, to include multi-tasking

Education Requirements:

• High School diploma or the equivalent required, with 3 years ophthalmology experience
• College Degree Preferred

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to write
• Must be able to hold arms at shoulder height
• Must be able to communicate via telephone
• Must have manual dexterity to work with ophthalmic equipment