(NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NECESSARY) Are you a physician (resident in training or in practice) looking for an exciting and unique opportunity? Have you considered the incredible world of clinical research? You should! You will still practice medicine but in a clinical research setting.
K2 is seeking a
Physician to potentially support our clinic in
Orlando, FL. This dynamic person will support in an onsite and full-time capacity and can be a Board-Certified, Board-Eligible, or Resident-level Physician who is interested in learning and working in clinical research. No experience necessary and training will be provided.
With leadership that has been in clinical research for the past 20+ years, K2 has a strong reputation in the drug development industry. Our clinical trials experience/therapeutic areas include neurodegenerative disorders (Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, LBD), general medicine (Obesity, GLP-1 use, OA, HTN, DM, NASH/MASH and cardiometabolic) and some psychiatry as well. We have taken part in clinical trials for all current FDA-approved therapies that slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease (AD) and most diagnostics (PET tracers, CSF and blood biomarkers) for the diagnosis of AD. Additionally, we are actively testing multiple therapeutics in the pioneering field of AD prevention. This is an exciting field of clinical practice with unlimited opportunities to practice your best medicine. You will work as part of a team of dedicated researchers, including nurses and research coordinators. This is a highly collaborative environment where we value teamwork over titles, so large egos need not apply.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:- Broad knowledge of general medicine
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, efficient, and able to multi-task and prioritize effectively
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Qualifications:- Preference given to those with prior Military Service
- Desired BE/BC in certain specialties (Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Psychiatry)
- Current UNRESTRICTED FL medical license and geographic location highly desired. Open to candidates who have an out-of-state unrestricted medical license and are willing to and able to obtain licensure to practice in FL.
Responsibilities:- Responsibly and ethically provide medical oversight to the research team and research patients
- Review patient eligibility for clinical trials
- Meet with patients during designated study visits to perform assessments, including physical examinations and data collection
- Review and interpret laboratory results, EKGs and other diagnostic and safety assessments as required per study protocol
- Monitor safety variables, including adverse events, laboratory abnormalities, changes in patient medical status, etc.
- Use proper medical judgment
- Ensure accurate documentation
- Review and discuss any medical or protocol-related concerns with medical team
- Maintain compliance with GCP and all assigned trainings
- Attend study-related meetings (occasional travel to exciting cities!)
- Work with other physicians, nurses, and key study personnel in overseeing the execution of study protocols
- Other duties as assigned
Your growth and well-being are our priority. Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical, dental, and vision options, supplemental insurance plans, 401(k) with immediate employer match, generous paid time off, and paid holidays. Most notably, we support a healthy work-life balance through a four-day work week, consisting of 10-hour shifts from Monday through Thursday. Fridays are reserved only for critical business needs or administrative tasks; otherwise, they are your chance to kick-start your weekend.
