Recruiter (hourly recruitment)

Flourish Research is where clinical trials thrive. Flourish Research is one of the industry's most progressive and diversified clinical trial organizations, with strong capabilities across cardiology, metabolic disorders, renal, oncology, CNS, pulmonology, and vaccine research. In clinical trials and healthcare, excellence means everyone deserves the best care, regardless of their race, color, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, physical abilities, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We embrace employees, customers, and patients from these underrepresented groups to help make this vision a reality. Flourish is committed to a safe work environment where all employees, customers, and patients are included, and treated with dignity and respect. The more diversity we have in our team, the more unique perspectives, and ideas we share, and the better prepared we are to serve our communities. Flourish Research is looking for motivated, talented, creative individuals who want to learn and grow in their careers while contributing to research that changes lives! We offer an excellent comprehensive benefits package, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and endless growth opportunities.

We are actively hiring an Patient Recruitment Specialist to support our Birmingham, AL site.

Monday to Friday, Day Shift, 40 hours per week

20-$22 per hour; Is creative and diligent in recruiting qualified study participants into assigned protocols to fulfill enrollment obligations within the sponsor's timeline while following regulations and rules governing medical ethics, IRB, GCP and ICH guidelines.

• To function as a member of the clinical research team in the recruitment department to help ensure that departmental goals are met across all studies as assigned by the Recruitment Manager.
• On studies assigned as Lead Recruiter, be involved in all planning meetings (pre-SIV, SIV, trainings, protocol review and follow up meetings) and maintain any campaign portals and associated reporting.
• Phone screen potential study participants utilizing the applicable inclusion/exclusion criteria as defined by the study protocol recruitment guide (PRG).
• Enter medical history and demographic information taken from potential study volunteers into a computerized database.
• Make reminder phone calls for pre-screens and screens scheduled.
• Participate in walk-in screenings, open houses, health screenings, expos and other in-person recruitment events, as assigned.
• Attend required meetings and training sessions to stay abreast of current and changing federal regulations, study protocols and Flourish policies.
• Perform all study related duties in a time-and-cost effective manner in adherence with Flourish policies.
• Represent Flourish Research in a professional and courteous manner (verbal, written and in appearance) when interacting with Flourish staff, sponsors, contract research organizations (CROs), IRBs, participants, nursing and medical staff members of various clinics, hospitals and physician's offices; Flourish Research contract personnel, as well as any other person(s) when carrying out task and responsibilities.
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior clinical/office work environment.
• Local travel may be required.
• Ability to work in a call center environment with occasional distractions and noise.
• Extensive computer use.
• Occasional night and weekend work schedules.
• High School Diploma, or equivalent. 3+ years' experience within the field of clinical or biological research.

Must have experience specifically in patient recruitment, understanding of related guidelines (IRB, FDA, GCP, and HIPAA) preferred but not required.

• Must have excellent customer service and telephone skills.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Assists with key initiatives/process improvements in the department.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans, 401(k) with a 100% employer match on the first 4% of employee contributions, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, employee referral program, employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, and a generous PTO plan covering vacation, sick, personal days and 8 paid holidays.

Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, sex, (including pregnancy and gender identity), citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law.