Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC) report to the Director of Clinical Resources and support the mission of the organization by independently organizing and managing activities and tasks associated with the conduct of cancer clinical trials.
The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification, however, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.
- Provides overall coordination of the study aspects of patient care enrolled in cancer research studies through BASS Cancer Center
- Assists Principal Investigators in the identification, recruitment, and education of patients onto research studies as per HIPAA guidelines.
- Serves as an educational resource to participating patients, physicians, and associate staff in cancer research.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of GCP guidelines and regulatory requirements to maintain patient safety, confidentiality, and the integrity of the clinical trial process.
- Demonstrates behaviors that reflect quality, professionalism, teamwork and excellence.
- Responsible for ensuring protocol adherence by understanding, communicating, and ensuring the study parameters are ordered and carried out per protocol requirements.
- Responsible for screening potential patients which includes obtaining HIPAA authorization, informed consent for the study, reviewing medical records to determine eligibility, communication with the investigator and patient re: additional tests to be completed.
- Prepare patient information for registration/randomization.
- Notify the investigator and patient of assigned treatment and coordinate treatment start date.
- Obtain all required source documentation.
- Inform and educate the investigator and/or clinic staff regarding study drug administration requirements, including required pre-medications, order of administration, monitoring time points, and the need for infusion start/stop times.
- Assist the clinical research team in preparation for external audits.
- Admin duties as assigned by manager
EDUCATION / TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
- High School or GED
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS / REGISTRATION
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- One year of experience working in health research
- One year of oncology clinical trials experience
- Complete all GCP training and CTEP credentialing
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work of this position is performed in an environmentally controlled medical practice environment. The position requires the ability to work under pressure and with a diverse population, including staff, physicians, clients, patients, insurance companies and other members of the public on a regular basis. The position may cause frequent exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment.
Compensation Package
At BASS Medical Group, we understand that a comprehensive, high quality, and affordable health benefits program is now more essential than ever. The overall well-being of our employees is at the forefront of our focus. With this in mind, we offer our eligible employees a generous benefits program.
Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical through Anthem Blue Cross PPO, Low-Cost Dental and Vision, Medical FSA & HSA.
Retirement Savings & Income Security: Basic Life & AD&D Insurance, Long Term Disability, 401K plan with an employer contribution, Access to Financial Advisors, Identity Theft Program.
Work/Life Balance Benefits: Paid Time Off and Company Paid holidays, Life Assistance Program, Commuter & Parking Benefits, Secure Travel Services, Healthy Rewards Program, Will Preparation Program, Additional perks to include discounts for Cellular phone and Gym memberships.
Voluntary Benefits: Optional Life & AD&D Insurance, Aflac Supplemental Insurance, Pet Insurance
Compensation will be based on experience
Pay Scale/Ranges:
$38.00-$42.00/hour (and the hourly equivalent for salaried employees).*
*Employees actual pay rate will depend on a host of factors including, without limitation, job location, specialty, skillset, education, and experience. The patey scale/ranges shown are representative of the pay rates for the job title reflected above, but an employees actual pay rate will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Position Type: Part-Time