ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Patient Recruitment Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Icon plc

Patient Recruitment Digital Media Buyer

Blue Bell, PA · Remote

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

We have an incredible opportunity for a Digital Media Buyer to join ICON's Patient Recruitment Solutions (PRS) digital team. The Digital Media Buyer is responsible for digital advertising deployment ...

ICON

Patient Recruitment Digital Media Buyer

Blue Bell, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

We have an incredible opportunity for a Digital Media Buyer to join ICON's Patient Recruitment Solutions (PRS) digital team. The Digital Media Buyer is responsible for digital advertising deployment ...

Flourish Research

PATIENT RECRUITER

Boca Raton, FL

We are hiring Patient Recruitment Coordinators at our Excel site in Boca Raton, FLThe Patient Recruitment Coordinator assists Clinical Research Coordinators and Investigators in the recruitment of ...

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All JobsHealthcare JobsHospital JobsMedical Services Coordinator JobsPatient Recruitment Jobs

Patient Recruitment information

See salary details

$8

$15

$20

How much do patient recruitment jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient recruitment in the United States is $15.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is patient recruitment?

Patient recruitment refers to the process of identifying, enrolling, and retaining suitable participants for clinical trials or medical studies. This role involves outreach to potential participants, ensuring they meet study criteria, and helping them understand the trial process. Effective patient recruitment is essential for the success of clinical trials because enrolling enough qualified participants ensures that study results are reliable and the trial can proceed on schedule. Specialists in this field often collaborate with healthcare providers, use advertising campaigns, and manage participant databases.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in patient recruitment?

To thrive in Patient Recruitment, you need a solid understanding of clinical trial processes, regulatory requirements, and strong organizational skills, often supported by a degree in life sciences or a related field. Familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), recruitment tracking tools, and patient databases is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal communication, cultural sensitivity, and problem-solving abilities help build trust with potential participants and facilitate collaboration with research teams. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure timely and effective enrollment, compliance, and the success of clinical research studies.

What are some common challenges faced in a patient recruitment role, and how can they be addressed?

Patient Recruitment professionals often encounter challenges such as meeting enrollment targets, reaching diverse patient populations, and maintaining participant engagement throughout clinical trials. These challenges can be effectively managed by building strong relationships with healthcare providers, utilizing digital outreach strategies, and ensuring clear, empathetic communication with potential participants. Collaborating closely with clinical teams and regularly reviewing recruitment metrics also helps to identify obstacles early and adapt strategies for better outcomes.

What is the difference between Patient Recruitment vs Clinical Research Coordinator?

AspectPatient RecruitmentClinical Research Coordinator
CredentialsMay require healthcare or research background, certifications varyTypically requires research certifications, nursing or healthcare background
Work EnvironmentOutreach, community engagement, healthcare settingsClinical sites, hospitals, research facilities
Employer & Industry UsagePharmaceutical companies, research organizations, hospitalsResearch institutions, hospitals, CROs
Search & Comparison IntentFocuses on patient outreach and enrollmentFocuses on managing clinical trial processes

While both roles are essential in clinical trials, Patient Recruitment primarily involves identifying and enrolling suitable participants, whereas Clinical Research Coordinators manage the overall trial process, including data collection and compliance.

More about Patient Recruitment jobs

What cities are hiring for Patient Recruitment jobs?

Cities with the most Patient Recruitment job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Patient Recruitment jobs?

The most popular types of Patient Recruitment jobs are:

What states have the most Patient Recruitment jobs?

States with the most job openings for Patient Recruitment jobs include:

What job categories do people searching Patient Recruitment jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Patient Recruitment jobs are:

Patient Recruitment jobs near you
Infographic showing various Patient Recruitment job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,816 per year, or $15.3 per hour.

Patient Recruitment Digital Media Buyer

Icon plc

Blue Bell, PA • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted yesterday

Job description

Digital Media Buyer - United States (Remote)

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.


As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.


We have an incredible opportunity for a Digital Media Buyer to join ICON's Patient Recruitment Solutions (PRS) digital team. The Digital Media Buyer is responsible for digital advertising deployment, optimization, and reporting. They will work collaboratively with the Design, Copy, and Media team members to deliver patient-facing web content to facilitate impactful patient recruitment campaigns.

Location: United States (Remote)

What you will be doing:

  • Launch digital advertising through online channels globally to drive patient recruitment for supported clinical studies with a focus in Google and Meta channels
  • Monitor and optimize the performance of digital advertising campaigns and assess performance against goals (ROI and KPIs)
  • Produce reports and recommendations concerning current and future advertising and patient recruitment strategies
  • Liaise with the marketing team on current and upcoming studies, contributing to the formulation of digital outreach strategies
  • Provide strategic input to copywriters drafting patient recruitment advertising materials copy and consult with design and production team members to develop images / video assets
  • Liaise with study leads on study start-up requirements and during the study enrollment to deliver against randomization targets
  • Liaise with media agencies and external vendors to support patient recruitment initiatives

Your profile:

  • 3-5+ years digital campaign set up & management experience
  • Experience with materials development and deployment (inclusive of static ads and short-form video reels), via Google (Search and Display Network), Meta channels, Tik Tok, YouTube, and Spotify
  • Experience in clinical trials and drug development space (preferred)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically with PowerPoint
  • Bachelors degree

#LI-TP1

#LI-Remote


Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.


Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a requesthere.

Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply

Apply