Healthcare and Medical job descriptions

Clinical Research Coordinator Job Description Clinical research coordinators organize, implement, and manage clinical research studies. Clinical research coordinators manage research projects that involve human subjects. They typically study diseases or medical conditions that are caused by disease. Clinical research coordinators may work for pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology or pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, government agencies, or research institutions….

Clinical Specialist Job Description A clinical specialist is a clinician or clinician who provides specialty clinical services. Typically, clinical specialists work in a specialty setting and are called in to consult or to provide clinical expertise in a particular area. There are different types of clinical specialists:Cognitive/behavioral: A clinician who specializes in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)…

Clinical Supervisor Job Description A clinical supervisor is a healthcare professional who oversees or manages a healthcare facility’s staff. The clinical supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day conduct of employees, as well as completing administrative responsibilities for their particular department. The clinical supervisor may be responsible for hiring, discipline, and termination of all staff members….

Clinical Technician Job Description A clinical technician is a healthcare professional who administers or assists with the administration of medical tests, treatment, or procedures. Clinical technicians are employed in physician’s offices, hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers. They often administer diagnostic tests, such as blood tests, electrocardiograms, and X-ray films. Clinical technicians may also act as…

Clinical Trial Manager Job Description A clinical project manager is a type of manager that organizes and manages clinical trials. Clinical project managers coordinate all elements of clinical trials, including planning, tracking, budget, and contract management. Clinical project managers oversee the planning, organization, management, and execution of clinical trials for any new product. They also…

Clinician Job Description A clinician is a medical professional who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and injuries. A clinician can be an M. D. , D. O. , or DPT. A clinician works in an outpatient or inpatient setting, and he or she typically provides care in specialized clinics and hospitals….

Clinical Nurse Specialist Job Description A Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a nursing professional who is board certified and licensed to practice advanced nursing practice. CNSs specialize in nursing care across a variety of settings, such as acute care, long-term care, or public health. CNSs are considered advanced practice nurses (APRNs) that have attained specialized…

Clinical Pharmacist Job Description A clinical pharmacist is trained in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions, along with medications, as well as the therapeutic use of medications. As a clinical pharmacist, an individual may work in a hospital pharmacy, in a community pharmacy, or in an outpatient setting. The job duties of a clinical…

Clinical Psychologist Job Description Clinical psychologists are professional counselors and therapists who help people deal with mental and emotional problems. Clinical psychologists are licensed to practice psychology in various states. They hold a doctoral degree in psychology, typically known as a PsyD (Doctor of Psychology degree). Psychologists are trained as scientists. They use research to…

Clinical Research Associate Job Description A clinical research associate is a person who is hired to perform various research studies. These professionals may gather data from patients, or they may design drug regimens or monitor the progress of subjects. Clinical research associates may also be involved in the preparation of medical documents, such as protocols,…