LVN / MA Clinical Research Coordinator I

Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I)
Location: Houston, Texas
Department: Clinical Operations
Reports To: Site Director / VP of Clinical Operations & Site Enablement
Employment Type: Full-Time (On-Site)

About Axsendo Clinical Research
Axsendo Clinical Research is a growing, multi-market research network conducting clinical trials in Cardiovascular Disease, Pulmonary Medicine, Pain Management, Wound Care, Metabolic Disorders, Neurology, Vaccines, and Medical Devices. We are committed to high-quality patient care, operational excellence, and providing meaningful career advancement opportunities for our clinical team members.

Position Overview
This is an excellent role for an LVN, LPN, Medical Assistant, EMT, or other clinically trained professional looking to expand their career into clinical research. As a Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I), you will support patient visits, clinical procedures, documentation, and day-to-day study operations under the guidance of senior coordinators and investigators. Your clinical background is a strong asset - and Axsendo will provide all specialized research training needed to help you grow into a CRC II and CRC III.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care & Study Visit Support
• Perform vitals, ECGs, questionnaires, pain scales, and protocol-specific assessments
• Assist with sample collection, processing, labeling, and preparation for shipment
• Support investigational product (IP) handling, accountability, and storage
• Guide patients through study visits with professionalism, clarity, and empathy
• Prepare exam rooms, supplies, and equipment before each visit

Clinical Documentation & Data Entry
• Accurately document study procedures using ALCOA standards
• Perform timely data entry into EDC systems and assist with query resolution
• Maintain study logs including screening, enrollment, IP, lab, temperature, and visit tracking
• Assist with proper informed consent documentation

Protocol & Compliance Support
• Learn and understand study protocols, ICH-GCP principles, and site SOPs
• Follow all regulatory, privacy, and safety guidelines
• Support AE/SAE documentation and reporting
• Assist in identifying and escalating potential protocol deviations

Operational & Team Support
• Support scheduling of patient visits and logistical coordination with site staff
• Ensure clinic rooms, documentation, and supplies are prepared for each study day
• Participate in team meetings, protocol training, and study startup activities
• Collaborate closely with investigators, CRCs, and leadership

Qualifications

Required
• Clinical experience as an LVN, LPN, Medical Assistant, EMT, or similar hands-on clinical role
• Strong patient interaction skills and comfort with clinical procedures
• Experience with vitals, specimen handling, clinical assessments, or clinical workflows
• Excellent documentation habits and strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow structured procedures, visit checklists, and protocols
• Basic computer/EMR experience
• Reliability, punctuality, professionalism

Preferred
• 1+ year of experience in clinical research (helpful but not required for strong LVN/MA candidates)
• Phlebotomy and EKG experience
• Familiarity with HIPAA, medical terminology, or GCP basics
• Experience in cardiology, pulmonary, pain management, wound care, or metabolic studies
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) highly preferred for certain markets

Why Join Axsendo
• A strong growth path: CRC I → CRC II → CRC III → Site Leadership
• A supportive, team-oriented environment where your clinical skills are valued
• Exposure to cutting-edge therapies and new medical technologies
• Career advancement through structured training and real-world experience
• Axsendo covers the full cost of all required GCP (Good Clinical Practice) and HSP (Human Subjects Protection) training
• Continued education and cross-training opportunities across multiple therapeutic areas

Compensation
Competitive hourly rate or salary based on experience.