Summary
The Clinical Rater is responsible for administering various psychometric efficacy scales, as well as completing interviews/ratings on study participants specific to several study protocols. This person will perform interview/ratings on study subjects to determine current levels of functioning and to create a clinical impression of the study subject’s current presentation throughout the duration of the trials. Clinical interviewing skills are a must, as well as knowledge of DSM-V diagnoses.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree plus three (3) years’ experience within a clinical setting, specifically working with mental health patients, is required.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Administer clinical efficacy scales on subjects with various diagnoses such as but not limited to ADHD, Alzheimer’s Disease, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Substance Use Disorders and Schizophrenia.
- Perform diagnostic evaluations.
- Gather information from prospective subjects through a prescreening interview and determine eligibility for research trials.
- Submit accurate data utilizing Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and identified scoring conventions.
- Work with Principal Investigators and coordinators in initiating assessments and assist them with data query completion and data clarification.
- Interact with Sponsors, Study Monitors and Medical Monitors from pharmaceutical companies in a professional manner.
- Follow Sponsor or protocol-specific requirements and applicable standard operating procedures.
- Utilize technology required to conduct remote assessments.
- Review all medical records.
- Manage subject crises with professionalism and clinical expertise.
- Successfully complete all sponsor-assigned training through web-portals and meetings to obtain rater certification on specified scales.
Key Competencies
- Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, written, verbal).
- Ability to perform overnight business travel.
- Excellent computer skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as proprietary applications unique to the clinical research industry (such as CRIO).
- Superior patient interview and diagnostic skills.
- Clinical assessment experience preferred.
Work Environment
This is a high growth, fast-paced organization. The ability to be productive and successful in an intense work environment is critical.
Required Education and Experience
- Master’s Degree.
- Three (3) years’ experience within a clinical setting, specifically working with mental health patients.
- Demonstrates the initiative to act independently, initiating activity as required and making appropriate decisions within the constraints of the study protocols, regulatory requirements, and company policy.
- Able to communicate with providers, co-workers, sponsors, and others in a collaborative and courteous manner.
- Knowledgeable in medical terminology, to communicate with physician offices, pharmacists and laboratory staff.
Preferred Education and Experience
- PhD or PsyD.
- Five (5) years of experience within a clinical setting, specifically working with mental health patients.
- Understanding of the principles of management.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k).
- Dental insurance.
- Health insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Vision insurance.
Medical Specialty:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift.
- Day shift.
- Monday to Friday.
- Weekends as needed.
Education:
Experience:
- clinical setting: 3 years (Preferred).
Ability to Relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60712: Relocate before starting work (Required).
Work Location: In person
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