Job Description
Job Description
The Patient Recruiter will be responsible for recruiting, screening, and enrolling patients into clinical trials. This role involves outreach efforts, patient engagement, and coordination with clinical teams to ensure efficient enrollment. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, experience in patient recruitment or a related field, and a strong understanding of clinical research protocols.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and implement recruitment strategies to identify and enroll eligible study participants.
- Conduct outreach via phone, email, social media, and community engagement to connect with potential participants.
- Screen potential participants for eligibility based on study inclusion / exclusion criteria.
- Maintain accurate and organized recruitment records and databases.
- Collaborate with clinical research coordinators, investigators, and sponsors to optimize recruitment efforts.
- Educate potential participants about clinical trials, ensuring informed consent processes are followed.
- Attend community events, health fairs, and other networking opportunities to promote clinical trial awareness.
- Monitor recruitment progress and report on key performance metrics.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, company policies, and ethical standards.
- Safely transport research participants and equipment according to assigned routes and schedules as needed.
Key Competencies
Strong ability to build relationships and engage with diverse patient populations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.Strong organizational and time management skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.Attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and documentation.Adaptability to changing recruitment needs and strategies.Work Environment
Office-based environment with some travel and fieldwork required for outreach and recruitment events.Collaboration with healthcare professionals, research staff, and participants.Occasional travel to community events, health fairs, and partner locations.Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Sitting and working at a computer for extended periods.Engaging in phone and in-person conversations with potential participants.Occasional lifting of materials (e.g., brochures, event setup items).Ability to sit for extended periods while driving to pick up or transport patients.Ability to assist participants in and out of the vehicle when necessary.Environmental Demands and Potential Hazards
Exposure to healthcare environments such as clinics and hospitals.Minimal risk of exposure to infectious diseases, mitigated by following standard precautions.Exposure to fluorescent lighting, computer screens, and standard office equipment.Noise levels can range from quiet to moderate, depending on the clinical setting.Minimum Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent.Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse patient populations.Knowledge of clinical trial processes and regulatory guidelines.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database management.Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.Preferred Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in healthcare, life sciences, marketing, or a related field preferred.Experience working in a clinical research setting or patient recruitment role.Familiarity with medical terminology and clinical trial operations.Other Duties
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change based on organizational needs and clinical research demands.