Clinical Research Assistant, Department of Emergency MedicineCurrent UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors >Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to over 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, global leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.Job OverviewAs one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients.The UC Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Cincinnati has been an independent academic unit within the College of Medicine since 1984. It is responsible for the medical direction of the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Center for Emergency Care (CEC) and the Emergency Medicine Residency Training Program.The Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to perform the duties of a clinical studies participant recruiter. The Clinical Research Assistant will screen, consent, collect and process samples, abstract and enter data for specific clinical studies.Essential FunctionsAssist physicians, nurses and researchers during clinical studies.Perform routine physical/clinical procedures such as phlebotomy, blood pressure readings, pulse etc.Prepare procedure room, change linen and paper, stock gowns, sheets and other supplies.Schedule study-related appointments by phone; schedule return visits and tests.Clean instruments and equipment and prepare for autoclave.Welcome and assist study participants with registration. Provide general information concerning the study. Assist with completing necessary paperwork and ensure that all the appropriate data has been included.Accurately enters data from electronic medical records, or paper research charts, into study specific electronic data capture systems in a timely manner for industry-sponsored, federally-funded, or investigator initiated clinical research studies.May perform venipunctures.Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.Required EducationHigh School Diploma or GEDAdditional Qualifications ConsideredAssociate's DegreeTwo (2) years of general workforce experience.Physical Requirements/Work EnvironmentOffice environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.Compensation and BenefitsUC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season