Richard Pitts, MD
Olathe,KS
Summary
Patient-centered, Spanish speaking, clinical research professional and Foreign Medical Graduate. Well-versed in study protocols, standard operating procedures and general trial oversight. Excellent problem-solving abilities with a detail-oriented nature. Ready to bring 5 years of related experience to a challenging new role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Coordinator
Meridian Clinical Research
Kansas City, KS
02.2022 - 03.2022
- Led recruitment efforts for 4 clinical trials focused on Asthma boosting enrollment by 50%.
- Innovative thinker for developing creative solutions to complex problems.
- Screened patient records, EMR databases and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
Adjunct Instructor
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Used lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success for 250+ students.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
- Worked closely with Department Leads to develop Pathophysiology curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
Data Coordinator /Clinical Research Coordinator
Arizona Liver Healthc
Chandler, AZ
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Motived co-workers by recognizing their value, encouraging optimism and stimulating collaborative teamwork environment.
- Operated Electron Data Capture (EDC) systems like iMedidata with prompt data input and query resolution prior to deadlines 75% of time.
- Utilized Spanish to perform informed consents, teach and enroll subjects in clinical trials.
- Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Doctor's Assistant
Stonecreek Family Physicians
Manhattan, KS
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Adherence to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
- Used intake and screening instruments to conduct assessment of needs and to obtain complete medical history.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Oversaw continuity of care for 10 ventilator-dependent patients.
Medical Caregiver
Self-Employeed
Manhattan, KS
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed over 10 service calls per day improved patients' and their families comfort.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Helped clients schedule appointments for procedures, home care, and prescription refills.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
Medical Intern
Tucson Medical Center
Tucson, AZ
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Lead team of 5 researcher that outperformed next best study site by 25% for three consecutive months.
- Collaborated with sponsors, CRAs, investigators and research team to implement optimal protocols.
- Built strong trustworthy relationships with patients, team members, and staff by reputation of open honesty and compassionate listening.
Education
M.D. -
UAG School of Medicine
Jal, Mexico01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
Cleveland University-Kansas City
Overland Park, KS12.2011
Skills
- Spanish speaker (bilingual)
- Good Clinical Practice
- Trial Oversight
- Study Protocols
- Monitoring Visits
- EDC Systems (iMedidata Rave)
- Informed Consent Procedures
- Research Protocol Development
- EMR Systems
- Research SOPs understanding
- Specimen collections
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Attention to Detail
Languages
Spanish
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Clinical Research Coordinator
Meridian Clinical Research
02.2022 - 03.2022
Adjunct Instructor
Grand Canyon University
09.2021 - 03.2022
Data Coordinator /Clinical Research Coordinator
Arizona Liver Healthc
01.2021 - 07.2021
Doctor's Assistant
Stonecreek Family Physicians
01.2020 - 01.2021
Medical Caregiver
Self-Employeed
01.2019 - 01.2020
Medical Intern
Tucson Medical Center
01.2018 - 12.2018
M.D. -
UAG School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
Cleveland University-Kansas City
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