Ricardo Chávez Rodríguez
Clinical Research Profresional
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Seasoned Clinical Research Assistant, adept in bilingual communication and venipuncture, showcased leadership in maintaining quality and safety standards. Excelled in team collaboration and critical thinking, significantly enhancing project outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in medical knowledge and data collection, contributing to the advancement of clinical research and patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Assistant
ProSciento
Chula Vista, California
03.2022 - 02.2025
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Reviewed medical information from source documents to verify accuracy of CRF entries prior to database lock.
- Collected, processed and delivered specimens from trial participants.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to the conduct of clinical studies including correspondence files, contracts.
- Performed data entry, organized and maintained participant records, monitored patient safety and prepared reports.
- Monitored compliance with FDA guidelines.
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Participated in site visits to ensure adherence to protocol requirements, review source documentation, provide training and guidance as needed.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Monitored compliance with Good Clinical Practices, International Council on Harmonization guidelines, and applicable regulations.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
- Kept patient care protocols and clinical trial operations in compliance.
- Provided support with the development of case report forms and other study related documents.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated proficiency in performing basic clinical procedures, such as vital signs check-ups, ECGs, over 1,500 phlebotomies, and sample processing.
- Performed over 150 glucose clamp study start-up and closing procedures.
Physician/Lead Surgical Assistant
Vascular private office
Tijuana, Baja California
10.2016 - 02.2022
- Participated in diagnosing, treating, and managing peripheral vascular diseases like peripheral venous insufficiency.
- Supervised medical staff, providing guidance and support to ensure quality of care.
- Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information.
- Updated charts with latest information, test results and differential diagnoses.
- Admitted patients for hospital stays.
- Discussed histories and current symptoms or complaints with every patient.
- Reviewed patient records to identify gaps in care and recommend corrective action plans.
- Analyzed records, exam data and test results to inform diagnoses.
- Advised patients about diet, nutrition and other lifestyle behaviors to promote health and disease prevention.
- Explained potential prognoses of diseases or traumatic conditions.
In-house Physician
Hospital del Carmen
Tijuana, Baja California
08.2016 - 10.2016
- Provided medical consultation, emergency care, triage, surgical and non-surgical wound care.
- Ordered laboratory tests, radiology studies, and other diagnostic procedures.
- Established and maintained relationships with specialists to provide patient referrals and holistic care.
- Admitted patients for hospital stays.
- Assessed patient conditions, diagnosed illnesses, and prescribed medications.
- Reviewed test results and developed treatment plans based on findings.
- Ordered and interpreted results of laboratory tests and radiographs.
Community Physician
Centro de Salud 20 de Octubre
Tijuana, Baja California
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Provided free medical services, including pediatrics, prenatal care, and Pap smears; led primary health campaigns, including medical education talks, and collected epidemiological data from my designated community.
- Investigated and identified environmental factors impacting patient's health.
- Maintained detailed records of all diagnoses, treatments, medications, test results and other information related to patient care.
- Developed treatment plans based on individual patient needs.
Education
M.D. -
Centro De Estudios Universitarios Xochicalco (CEUX)
Tijuana, B.C., Mexico07.2016
Skills
- Medical knowledge
- Bilingual (fluent in Spanish and English)
- Venipuncture
- Data collection
- Lab sample processing
- Good Clinical Practices (GCPs)
- Quality standards
- Safety standards
- Infection control standards
- Planning and scheduling
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
References
Available upon request.
Certifications And Licensures
- ACLS Certification by AHA, 11/01/19
- CPT 1, 05/09/24
Highlights Summary
Former medical graduate from Mexico, with over 6 years of experience in medical practice (in-house, outpatient visits, and medical emergencies), surgical assistant (mainly vascular procedures), former clinical research assistant within the field of metabolic disease such as overweight, obesity, diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism and NAFLD. Experienced in screening, obtaining informed consent, care of in-house patients/subjects, collecting biological samples and sample processing, glucose clamp study procedures, data management, data entry, safety monitoring, communication and collaboration with study investigators and study members, as well as study protocol compliance.
Certification
- ACLS Certification by AHA (Nov. 2019).
- CPT 1 since 05/09/2024.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
A1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Research Assistant
ProSciento
03.2022 - 02.2025
Physician/Lead Surgical Assistant
Vascular private office
10.2016 - 02.2022
In-house Physician
Hospital del Carmen
08.2016 - 10.2016
Community Physician
Centro de Salud 20 de Octubre
07.2015 - 08.2016
M.D. -
Centro De Estudios Universitarios Xochicalco (CEUX)
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