Medical Assistant / Assistant Research Coordinator (Los Angeles)

About PSI :

Psychedelic Science Institute (PSI) is devoted to the application of psychedelic-assisted therapies for mental health and neurocognitive disorders. The PSI team is a unique multispecialty group of mental health, psychotherapy and neuroscience experts who over the last 9 years have collectively conducted multiple clinical trials of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression, anxiety, alcohol use disorder, and PTSD and conducted over 10,000 ketamine-assisted therapy sessions. With compassion, equity, transparency and scientific rigor as our guiding values, our 2 flagship TRIP Clinics are paving the way towards a future where psychedelic medicine is safe, effective and accessible for those who need it most. We are dedicated to creating a model of care where patients are empowered, clinicians are supported, and every study contributes to building a more ethical and inclusive future for psychedelic medicine.

Overview of Position :

The MA / ARC position combines certified medical assistant duties with clinical research support tasks. This role supports study protocols and data collection, ensures compliance with HIPAA / GCP / IRB / FDA guidelines, and provides direct patient care in support of psychiatric, neurological and behavioral health protocols. The MA / ARC also supports study start up and site readiness for audits and monitoring.

Responsibilities :

Medical Assistant Duties

• Greet patients warmly and professionally, ensuring a seamless and welcoming experience
• Perform clinical and technical patient support service including, but not limited to administering injections, taking vitals, ECGs, venipuncture, assisting with exams and sample processing / shipping
• Collect and process specimens for lab testing including blood draw and urine specimens
• Prepare and maintain clean, well-stocked treatment rooms and medical supplies in line with organizational standards
• Assist medical staff before, during and after patient and participant visits
• Ensure medical care is delivered in compliance with provider directions and clinic protocols
• Monitor and maintain medical supply inventory; place orders as needed
• Participate in regular supervision, team meetings, and ongoing training as required
• Perform general office maintenance tasks, including daily opening and closing duties

Clinical Research Coordination Duties

Position Requirements :

Details :

Hourly position : $27.88 / hour

Full time position M-F 10-6 : 30 pm; primary location is TRIP Clinic Hollywood with required shifts at TRIP Clinic Santa Monica and / or other TRIP Clinic sites

Excellent benefits including generous PTO, 401k, health, vision and dental plan coverage

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that businesses hold the responsibility of counteracting the disproportionate marginalization of people in society, including people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, and LGBTQIA+ people. Because we

believe that these communities must be centered in the work we do, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities. PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law.