Clinical Research Coordinator

American Oncology Network•Olympia, WA

4d•$22 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the performance of the research study under the medical supervision of the Principal Investigator. The Clinical Research Coordinator I (non-RN) is responsible for the overall successful implementation and ongoing management of the research studies. Ability to perform basics tasks and exhibit the knowledge of key aspects of clinical research at an essential or foundational level Primary responsibility includes study designs with entry-level complexity (phase 4, observational/registry trial design) and associated study procedures. Administratively and clinically manage an average 5 clinical trials open to accrual annually and/or active (on study treatment) patient volume 2-10 annually. Demonstrates working knowledge of all facets of role, relevant regulations, and organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Performs other duties and projects as assigned. Performs all duties in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school education required
Critical thinking skills including solid problem solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management and organizational skills.
Must be detailed oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment.
Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness.
Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and sometimes emotionally charged matters.
Good command of the English language.
Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation), is an active listener, and effectively provides balanced feedback.
Strong customer focus.
Ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness and operational excellence through best practices, strong business and political acumen, collaboration and partnerships, as well as a positive employee, physician and community relations.
Effectively manages own time, conflicting priorities, self, stress, and professional development.
Self-motivated and self-starter with ability work independently with limited supervision.
Ability to work remotely effectively as required.
Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and demands from a variety of stakeholders and sites.
Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook required.

Nice To Haves

Some college is preferred
Prior research or related medical science experience
Second language is an asset but not required.
Prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) is preferred
Prior experience with clinical trial data entry systems (EDC) preferred
Prior Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS) preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordination of care for patients on clinical research protocols in accordance with GCP, ICH/FDA guidelines and requirements.
Conduct protocol feasibility assessments and complete feasibility/site assessment questionnaires
Review of diagnostic tests and related documentation required per protocol
Follows process for capturing, assessing, determining causal relationship of adverse events to the investigational product, investigator oversight, reporting and following up on adverse events.
Ensures proper storage, dispensing, handling and destruction processes for investigational products.
Follows Institutional Review Board (IRB) / Independent Ethics Committee (IEC) review, approval and reporting requirements for the site.
Maintains site credentials and ensures updated GCP, licenses remain on file
Comply with reporting of safety related subject discontinuation and safety concerns (AE, SAE or AE of Interest) to the sponsor and IRB/IEC.
Collect, record and report accurate data and demonstrate per FDA guidelines, and review them against the patient’s medical record for completeness and accuracy under direct supervision
Prepare documents for monitoring visits under direct supervision.
Review visit monitoring follow-up reports / letters and perform requested activities.
Identifies elements of a study budget as it relates to execution of a protocol.