Job Title: Rater
Job Description

The Rater effectively performs standardized administration and scoring of a wide range of psychological and neuropsychological tests. This role requires establishing and maintaining an appropriate testing environment across various settings. The Rater scores tests, documents behavioral observations, and provides summaries of results. Additionally, the role involves scoring and interpreting tests administered by other research sites, ensuring compliant data entry, and participating in training and team meetings. Collaboration with research team members, including scientists, psychologists, and physicians, is essential to provide consultations and implement research protocols.

ResponsibilitiesAdminister and score a wide range of psychological and neuropsychological tests.Establish and maintain appropriate testing environments.Score all tests administered, document behavioral observations, and provide brief summaries of results.Score and interpret tests administered by other research sites as necessary.Ensure compliant data entry/data mining into registries, patient records, and research databases.Participate in sponsor/CRO/PI-mandated training on specific research trial tests.Attend and participate in team meetings.Instruct trainees in proper test administration and review their work for accuracy.Conduct in-service training for new assessment tools or scoring programs.Collaborate with research team members to provide consultations and implement research protocols.Assist in coordinating ongoing research activities, including subject recruitment and scheduling.Execute the informed consent process for research participants in clinical trials and studies.Provide concierge-level service for all patient-facing interactions during clinical trials and studies.Assist Principal Investigators and research staff in developing compliant research protocols.Collaborate with clinical research supervisors to implement SOPs for the research division.Attend Investigator Meetings as required by study sponsors.Maintain sensitivity to cost containment measures while overseeing project budgets.Essential SkillsExperience in administering, recording, and scoring neuropsychological tests such as MoCA, California Verbal Learning Test, or Clinical Dementia Rating Scale.Knowledge of the needs of populations with cognitive, behavioral, and physical impairments.Excellent attention to detail.Ability to work independently in a fast-paced clinical or research environment.Knowledge of HIPAA data protection and patient advocacy.Excellent communication skills.Ability to apply an analytical approach to problem-solving.Ability to accept direction and adapt to changing needs.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.Familiarity with psychology scoring software.Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field.Additional Skills & QualificationsKnowledge of clinical trials and clinical research.Experience with data management and clinical operations.Understanding of Alzheimer's research.Experience with inpatient and outpatient assessments.Work Environment

The work environment is office-based and may require travel between sites. The role involves the use of various technologies, including Microsoft Office applications and psychology scoring software. The Rater will participate in team meetings and may need to attend Investigator Meetings as required by study sponsors.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Orlando,FL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 2, 2025.

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