Clinical Trial Prescreening Specialist - Freelance

About the Client

We are a healthcare technology and services company focused on advancing clinical research in specialty medicine. We work with physician practices and research sites to help identify the right patients for clinical trials, so new therapies reach patients faster. Our team combines clinical expertise with technology to improve access to care and the quality of clinical research.

Why does this role exist?

We have a backlog of patient charts waiting to be prescreened for clinical trial eligibility, and we need an experienced healthcare professional to help clear it. In this role, you will review patient records against study-specific criteria, document your findings, and flag unclear or conflicting information for our team. Your accuracy keeps our trials moving, and your judgment about when to ask questions helps us refine how we do prescreening.

The Impact you’ll make

Chart Review Eligibility Screening

• Review assigned patient charts in our EHR system against study-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria
• Examine clinical notes, medical histories, prior procedures, and other supporting records
• Follow established checklists and standard operating procedures consistently

Cross-Checking Accuracy

• Cross-check information across the chart, including historical entries, to identify inconsistencies or details that may affect eligibility
• Maintain accuracy and completeness while meeting agreed daily review targets

Documentation Tracking

• Document prescreening outcomes, reasons for exclusion, and other required information in our tracking spreadsheet
• Keep records clear, consistent, and complete so the team can act on them

Flagging Escalation

• Flag missing information, conflicting records, and cases that need clarification from our team
• Identify scenarios that need additional guidance and help us refine our procedures by flagging edge cases

Confidentiality Compliance

• Handle patient information confidentially
• Follow our approved data-access and security procedures

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Required

• Direct, hands-on experience using EHR or EMR systems to access and review patient records
• Healthcare experience involving medical records, with familiarity with medical terminology
• Understanding of how patient charts are organized and where to find clinical notes, histories, and procedure information
• Proven attention to detail, including identifying conflicting information across multiple records
• Ability to apply structured criteria consistently and document findings accurately

Your superpowers are...

• Technical skills
  • Navigating EHR/EMR systems and learning new interfaces quickly
  • Reading and interpreting clinical notes, medical histories, and procedure records
  • Working with spreadsheets to track and document findings
  • Applying checklists and SOPs to structured review work
• Soft skills and traits
  • Strong attention to detail, with focus and accuracy during repetitive, detailed review work
  • Good written communication
  • Sound judgment about when to ask questions or escalate unclear cases
  • Discretion and respect for patient confidentiality

WFH Set-Up:

• Computer with at least 8GB RAM, an Intel i5 core processor/AMD Ryzen 5 Processor and up.
• Internet speed of at least 40MBPS
• Headset with an extended mic that has noise cancellation and a webcam
• Back-up computer and internet connection
• Quiet, dedicated workspace at home

You should apply if...

• You take pride in getting the details right, even when the work is repetitive.
• You notice when two records don’t agree, and you can’t leave it alone until it’s flagged.
• You’re comfortable following a checklist and also speaking up when the checklist doesn’t cover a case.
• You know when to decide and when to ask.
• You treat patient information with care and follow security procedures without shortcuts.
• You like learning new systems and workflows.
• You want to help improve how clinical research gets done.

What to expect...

Work Setup:

• Remote position
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a quiet workspace
• Required to provide own computer with Intel Core i5 or something similar or higher operating system

Working Hours:

• 40 hours per week
• Mon-Fri, 9 AM-5 PM Eastern Time

Compensation:

• $7 per hour
• No benefits package included

Benefits

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