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Alexa Palafox

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Versatile clinical research professional knowledgeable about coordinating patient information, laboratory samples and compliance documents for diverse clinical trials. Highly organized and thorough with good planning and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in study protocols, standard operating procedures and general trial oversight. Track record of being an essential part of any leadership team or executive role and is highly instrumental in providing effective solutions that immediately creates an impact, contributing to the company’s forward moving success. Ready to bring my professional experience to a challenging new role.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Research Coordinator II

PPD Pharmaco
Phoenix, AZ
03.2022 - Current
  • Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
  • Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
  • Delegated to work on over 10 studies.
  • Gathered, processed and shipped lab specimens.
  • Coordinated clinical trials focused on disorders such as RSV, COVID-19 and low testosterone.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to patients, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Managed studies and overlooked CRC'S and RA's.
  • Worked closely with the principal investigator

Clinical Research Coordinator I/II

Arizona Liver Health
Mesa, AZ
02.2021 - 01.2022
  • Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
  • Participated in initiation visits and investigator meetings, implementing trials in accordance with study timelines and budgets.
  • Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals and case report form requirements.
  • Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
  • Screened patient records, databases and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
  • Direct patient care

Medical Research Assistant/Clinical Research Coordinator

CCT Research
Phoenix, AZ
08.2020 - 02.2021
  • Initially hired on as a R.A but was quickly promoted to CRC I due to the mastery of work in adjunction to the protocol for a COVID-19 vaccine research study
  • Phlebotomy, informed consent, medical history, lab collection, shipping and handling, processing lab samples, screening visits, and subject recruitment were delegated duties during my time with this trial.
  • Coordinated, monitored, assigned and documented patient and clinical care activities.
  • Participated in nursing research and evidence-based clinical audits and leveraged data to improve research-based methodologies within clinical areas.

Medical Research Assistant

Celerion
Tempe, Arizona
06.2020 - 11.2020
  • Managed vitals and adverse events accordingly under the direct supervision of the P.I and other delegated authorities
  • Gathered and evaluated quality assurance data to identify issues and improve process efficiency
  • Carefully handled and disposed of biological hazardous materials following strict safety procedures to avoid contamination

Education

Associate - Science

Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ
05.2022

Skills

  • Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Quick decision making and problem-solving skills
  • Solid written and verbal communicator
  • Detail oriented
  • Clinically adapt
  • Regulatory Requirements
  • Documentation Requirements
  • Good Clinical Practice
  • Site Visits
  • Specimen Collection
  • Research SOP's Understanding
  • Study Protocols
  • Patient Safety
  • Lab Specimens and Collections
  • Case Report Management
  • Investigator Meetings
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
  • Medidata Rave
  • Laboratory Results Management
  • Trial Oversight
  • Study Coordination
  • Informed Consent
  • Patient Flow
  • Regulatory Knowledge
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Team Meetings
  • Quality Control Standards
  • Phlebotomy
  • Pulse Oximetry
  • Precautionary Measures
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Specimen Handling

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Clinical Research Coordinator II

PPD Pharmaco
03.2022 - Current

Clinical Research Coordinator I/II

Arizona Liver Health
02.2021 - 01.2022

Medical Research Assistant/Clinical Research Coordinator

CCT Research
08.2020 - 02.2021

Medical Research Assistant

Celerion
06.2020 - 11.2020

Associate - Science

Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College

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