Call Center Specialist

Job Purpose / Summary: The Patient Recruiter I is responsible for telephone interviewing, pre-screening, qualifying and setting appointments for patient's clinical study participation. Essential Functions: ►Handle incoming and outgoing calls by using a Clinical research database to recruit, screen, determine eligibility, schedule, and follow-up with potential study subjects and responds to inquiries relating to advertising and referrals to research studies ►Interview potential study participants using study questionnaires in the database to actively recruit and screen potential study participants in accordance with each protocol ►Responsible for the maintaining and growing of our research database, including updating medical histories, updating the database with participant data and maintaining patient status, security and patient privacy ►Regularly communicate with appropriate staff to access scheduling and study support needs ►Proactively identify and communicate project challenges, problems, and/or potential deficiencies ►Meet or exceed productivity goals consistently Competencies: ►Excellent customer service skills ►Must be self-motivated, results-oriented and a quick learner ►Excellent organizational skills required ►Ability to function in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment ►Attentiveness to detail ►Respond to the urgent needs of the team quickly and professionally ►Previous call center experience preferred but not required ►Knowledge of medical terminology a plus—training provided Required Education/Experience: ►High school diploma or equivalent