Carla Greenwood
About Carla Greenwood
Carla Greenwood is a Senior Clinical Research Coordinator at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio, where she has worked since 2023. With extensive experience in clinical research and a background in dental assisting, she also serves as an EPIC Trainer/Consultant and engages in compliance administration for ClinicalTrials.gov.
Work at The MetroHealth System
Carla Greenwood has been serving as the Senior Clinical Research Coordinator at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio, since 2023. In this role, she engages in direct collaboration with Directors of Research, Primary Investigators, and Study Sponsors. She is responsible for preparing responses for study audits and managing site selection and initiation visits. Prior to her current position, she worked at The MetroHealth System as a Clinical Research Coordinator from 2017 to 2023, contributing to various clinical research initiatives.
Previous Experience in Clinical Research
Before joining The MetroHealth System, Carla Greenwood worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator at Cleveland Clinic from 2014 to 2017. In this capacity, she gained valuable experience in clinical research methodologies and patient interactions. Earlier in her career, she also served as a Research Assistant at Cleveland Clinic from 2011 to 2014, further enhancing her expertise in the clinical research field.
Education and Expertise
Carla Greenwood studied at the Cleveland Institute of Dental-Medical Assistants-Cleveland, where she achieved certification in Dental Assisting/Assistant from 1997 to 1998. She also attended Health Careers High School, focusing on Dental Hygiene/Hygienist from 1994 to 1996. Additionally, she studied Business Administration, Management, and Operations at Cuyahoga Community College, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA). Her educational background supports her roles in clinical research and training.
Role as EPIC Trainer/Consultant
Since 2011, Carla Greenwood has worked as an EPIC Trainer/Consultant, accumulating 13 years of experience in this role. She acts as an EPIC Super User, providing consultancy and support for the EPIC system. Her extensive knowledge in this area complements her clinical research responsibilities, allowing her to assist in the integration of technology within healthcare settings.
Clinical Trials Administration
Carla Greenwood serves as an Administrator of ClinicalTrials.gov, where she ensures compliance and provides problem resolution for users. Her involvement in IND/IDE drug and device studies emphasizes her commitment to patient recruitment and consenting for human research studies. This role highlights her expertise in managing clinical trials and maintaining regulatory standards.