Natasha Edwards
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Hard working and passionate clinical research professional with extensive experience at California Retina Consultants, excelling in recruitment and compliance. Proven ability to enhance candidate quality through strategic partnerships and meticulous documentation. Strong organizational skills and a commitment to teamwork have driven successful project outcomes while maintaining adherence to ICH/GCP standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Clinical Research Recruitment Coordinator
California Retina Consultants
09.2022 - Current
- Oversee day to day operations of the recruitment department and support staff in carrying out their daily functions.
- Controlled recruitment program by assisting in the implementation of strategies to achieve subject recruitment goals, using recruitment tactics, and building external relationships.
- Maintained candidate records using RealTime CTMS and updated information accordingly.
- Partnered with external agencies when needed to expand the reach of subject pools and improve candidate quality.
- Maintaining an accurate knowledge in Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, and Phase 4 protocols, prescreening and chart review, discussing clinical trials with potential candidates, outlined by study specific protocols.
- Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP, and SOPs.
Unmasked Clinical Research Coordinator
California Retina Consultants
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Followed clinical research protocols and conducted study visits in compliance with ICH/GCP and FDA regulations.
- Trained new team members on essential clinical research protocols and procedures, promoting a culture of continuous learning.
- Reduced data entry errors by implementing stringent quality control measures throughout the study lifecycle.
- Assessed patients'' eligibility criteria following strict adherence to inclusion/exclusion guidelines.
- Manage EDC Entry, queries, and regulatory documentation
- Oversee IP, maintaining accurate temperature logs and reporting of temperature excursions.
Ophthalmic Medical Technician, COA/Ophthalmic Scribe
California Retina Consultants
09.2019 - 01.2022
- Demonstrated proficiency in electronic medical record systems for seamless access to vital patient information during examinations or consultations.
- Enhanced diagnostic process for physicians with precise ocular measurements using advanced ophthalmic equipment.
- Provided hands-on training to new staff members on the proper use of ophthalmic equipment, ensuring consistent and accurate results within the practice.
- Improved patient care by conducting thorough medical histories and performing accurate visual acuity tests.
- Assisted in successful surgical procedures by providing attentive support to surgeons and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Streamlined office workflow by efficiently managing patient schedules, appointments, and medical records.
- Recorded patient history to help ophthalmologists determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Provided patients with detailed instructions for pre- and post-op care under physician supervision to promote healing and optimal recovery strategies.
Education
Graduate Diploma - Medical Assistant
California College of Vocational Careers
Bakersfield, CA01-2023
Skills
- Administrative skills
- Recruitment
- Compliance
- Self motivated
- Teamwork
- Willingness to learn
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Lead Clinical Research Recruitment Coordinator
California Retina Consultants
09.2022 - Current
Unmasked Clinical Research Coordinator
California Retina Consultants
01.2022 - 09.2022
Ophthalmic Medical Technician, COA/Ophthalmic Scribe
California Retina Consultants
09.2019 - 01.2022
Graduate Diploma - Medical Assistant
California College of Vocational Careers