LEAD PSYCHOMETRIC RATER at K2 Staffing LLC – Maitland, Florida

K2 is seeking a Lead Psychometric Rater to support our clinic out of Orlando (Maitland), FL. The Lead Psychometric Rater is responsible for assisting the Department Director. The Lead is responsible for administering and interpreting quantitative and qualitative tests as part of a clinical team investigating pharmaceutical treatments for related disease state which include but are not limited to, Alzheimer’s disease, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Depression, Anxiety, and Parkinson’s Disease. This position is responsible for ensuring that the data collection is in congruence with the philosophy and mission of the company, as well as with the specific scale administration guidelines. The Lead Psychometric Rater follows study-specific protocol guidelines and communicates and interacts with Investigators, clinic staff, sponsoring agencies, and others to effectively perform required testing and related research activities. All duties carried out by the Lead Psychometric Rater are done in accordance with company policies and SOPs, Good Clinical Practice, as well as all applicable local, state, and federal regulations. Professionals in this role actively participate in outstanding customer service and accept responsibility for developing and maintaining mutually respectful relationships.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct cognitive, diagnostic, and clinical assessments of study participants, as well as caregiver interviewsforclinical trials under the direction of a supervising Principal Investigatorin accordancewithFDA, GCP, and protocol guidelines.
• Assist Director with training and onboarding of ratersin accordance withcompany policiesincludinginternal practiceadministrationand observation.
• Oversee non-study-specific rater training and certification of new hires.
• Assist Director with study start-up tasks as it pertains to the department.
• Conduct weekly schedule checks withinthe departmentand troubleshoot discrepancies.
• MonitordepartmentcompletionofRegulatory documentation such as Financial Disclosures, 1572’s, Delegation Logs, etc.
• Supervise progress and updates of rater leads and offer support in study start-up tasks.
• Actively work tomaintainconsistency in the performance of ratings over timefor individual subjectsto ensure efficacy and prevent rater drift.
• Articulate ratings issues to CRO and/orSponsor, Principalor Sub-Investigator and other members of the study team.
• Maintainaccurate, complete, andtimelyvisitsourcedocumentationas well as sponsor required information.
• Respondand support departmentpromptly to questionsand feedbackregardingratingassessments.
• Ensure departmentqueriesare completedin a timely manner.
• Conduct monthly department meetings.
• Ensures raters stay up to date on all essential tasks andtraining.
• Ensure subject safety by appropriatelyassessing andresponding to any potential for harm to self or othersand reporting it appropriately per company policy.
• Facilitateflow of professional andtimelycommunicationwithsubjects, study staff, referral sources, Sponsor and/or CRO, Monitor(s), Auditors and any central ratings groups hired by the Sponsor.
• Conduct telephone screens and pre-screens, as needed.
• Manageprogressof department’sstudy lead duties.
• Confirmcompletion ofweekly schedule checkamong all coordinators.
• Administer protocol-specific scales and evaluate results todetermineprotocol eligibility under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.
• Administering and scoring psychometric tests for clinical trial participantsin accordancewiththe visit schedule outlined in the study protocol.
• Maintainprogress and supervise completion ofinternal department logs.
• Supervise department staff with study-related documentation and completion suchasrater training completion, protocoltraining,protocoldeviations,note-to-file,closeout of study tasks.
• Maintaindepartment supply restock.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Provideappropriate communityresource referrals to subjects, caretakers, and family, asappropriate.
• Assistwithadditionaltasks as assignedbyDirector.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• A genuine interest in the field of cognitive and/or mental health research and will be able to work in a dynamic office of dedicated professionals.
• Must have the ability to demonstrate situational awareness and empathy while working with patients of diminished mental capacity within the guidelines of research protocols.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (written and oral).
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Detail oriented and highly organized.
• Maintain reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with company policy, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Strong ability to multi-task.
• Ability to support and demonstrate the mission and goals of the company.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Qualifications:

• Master’s DegreePsychologyrequired. Certified Psychometrist recommended.
• At least8+yearsofpsychometric,clinical researchand leadershipexperience.
• Experience with cognitive assessments in adults and geriatric populations.
• Bi-lingual [English/Spanish] (strongly preferred).

We value our employees and their professional and personal needs, and support these through our benefit offerings:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employer paid Long-Term disability and Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance, Voluntary Life and Long-Term Care Insurance, Legal Shield, Employee Assistance Program, and various discount programs.
• 401(K) Plans- Traditional and Roth plans are available; 4% employer match that is immediately vested
• PTO of 16 days per year, 17 days after the first year of FT employment
• 9 paid Holidays
• K2 observes a four-day work week, Monday through Thursday, for full time employees. Fridays are non-working days unless required by business needs.
• 401(K) Plans- Traditional and Roth plans are available; 4% employer match that is immediately vested
• PTO of 16 days per year, 17 days after the first year of FT employment
• 9 paid Holidays
• K2 observes a four-day work week, Monday through Thursday, for full time employees. Fridays are non-working days unless required by business needs.

Join the K2 Family: Where Compassion and Connection Lead the Way! At K2 Med, people come first and we're seeking warm, wonderful humans who effortlessly click with everyone, from our incredible patients to brilliant physicians and dedicated research staff. We thrive on empathy, a patient-first approach, and absolutely zero big egos (unless it's an ego about being extra kind, then we'll allow it!). We believe a supportive, caring experience is paramount for our patients, and that starts with you.

We celebrate what makes you uniquely you! Your race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, or even your favorite snack (though we're partial to good research snacks) don't define your talent or fit here. If you need a little extra support or accommodation due to a disability, no sweat! Just reach out to our friendly team at Talent@k2med.com, and we'll ensure you have everything you need to shine.