Clinical Rater

Clinical Rater

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

This role is with Accellacare, part of ICON's clinical research network, where you’ll play a key role in transforming the clinical trial experience for patients and sponsors alike. Our global site network is designed with one goal in mind: to deliver better access, greater efficiency, and improved outcomes in clinical research.

Onsite - Long Beach, CA

Job Description: Clinical Rater:

• Perform interview/ratings on study subjects to determine current levels of functioning throughout the duration of the study.
• Follow study specific guidelines for administration of proper scales.
• Ensure subject safety by appropriately assessing and responding to any potential for harm to self or others and reporting it appropriately.
• Actively work to maintain consistency in the performance of ratings over time for individual subjects to ensure efficacy and prevent rater drift.
• Knowledgeable of Diagnostic and Statical Manual for Mental Disorders version 5, 5CR, 5TR and future amendments or revisions.
• Proficient in conducting diagnostic rating scales, such as the SCID, M.I.N.I, K-Sads.
• Perform interview/ratings on study subjects to create a clinical impression of the subject’s current psychiatric or cognitive state throughout the duration of the study.
• Articulate ratings issues to CRO and/or Sponsor, Principal or Sub-Investigator and other members of the study team
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely visit source documentation as well as sponsor required information.
• Complete subject’s clinical intake form (i.e., psychiatric history) and submit to the study team as specified.
• Assess and complete subject eligibility (i.e. screening forms).
• Interact with medical monitor regarding subject inquiries.
• Perform continuous reviews of eligibility criteria (i.e., inclusion and exclusion criteria) for each participant during the screening / randomization period.
• Verify diagnosis/clinical eligibility for telephone screens and pre-screens with potential study candidates.
• Utilize technology required to conduct required clinical assessments.
• Become familiar with and adhere to policies and procedures of confidentiality, informed consent, and study subject rights (e.g., California Subject Bill of Rights).
• Become familiar with and adhere to principles of Good Clinical Practices and general ethical guidelines, as related to clinical trials.
• Become familiar with and adhere to the FDA Regulations pertaining to clinical trials.
• Review medical history with Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) information obtained at screening.
• Review and reconcile medical records received for subjects; prepare Principal Investigator (PI) notes to explain discrepancies, where applicable.
• Complete Study Guides and Study Launch (e.g. Site Initiation Visit) with CRC                                                                                                                                       Creates tools and assessments to ensure effective training of clinical outcomes assessment raters/interviewers
• Assist team in management and assessment of adverse events.
• Ensure safety of subjects.
• Assist with recruitment efforts.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned

What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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Bonus, Com, Stock, Benefits & Disclaimer verbiage:
Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, education/training, and skill level. You may be eligible for a bonus, stock compensation and commissions in some cases depending on your role and performance.

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