Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater – Odia (Oryia) Speaking

Location: Remote
Hours: Estimated 2–12 hours per month, flexible

Role Overview

The Clinical Specialist supports stroke clinical trials by administering standardized assessments and ensuring data quality and consistency. This includes rating patients using validated stroke scales and reviewing assessments performed by other raters to maintain protocol compliance and inter-rater reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer stroke-specific scales to trial participants (EQ-5D-5L (Interviewer administered and Proxy 1 version) & mRS).
• Review and evaluate assessments conducted by other raters for accuracy and adherence to protocol.
• Conduct live interactions with raters to provide feedback on scoring techniques and methodology.
• Participate in training, orientation, and calibration sessions to maintain certification and consistency.
• Prepare for rater discussions by reviewing case data and relevant documentation.
• Complete scheduled rater interactions and submit all required documentation promptly.
• Assist with mock interviews and functional assessments of rater performance as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Education:
  • Minimum: Master’s degree (MA/MS) in Medicine, Neurology, Psychology, or related field.
  • Preferred: MD, DO, or PhD.
• Experience:
  • At least 1 year of clinical experience with stroke patients.
  • Prior experience administering stroke-related rating scales in clinical trials.
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in EQ-5D-5L and mRS administration.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for professional interaction with raters and trial staff.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management.
  • Fluent Odia (Oryia) language skills

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