Clinical Research Coordinator - Hypoxia Lab

University of California San Francisco • San Francisco, CA

1d • $34 - $55

About The Position

The purpose of the Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) position is to help coordinate pre-clinical testing of medical monitors that non-invasively read the level of oxygen in blood or tissues, under the supervision of the PIs and guidance from the Senior Clinical Research Coordinator. An example of these monitors are pulse oximeters which are devices that are used in just about every aspect of patient care. The UCSF Hypoxia Lab tests pulse oximeters for accuracy so they can receive FDA approval. Accuracy testing of pulse oximeters involves desaturating subjects to certain hypoxia plateaus, at each of the plateaus blood samples are drawn from an arterial line. By comparing this blood sample’s blood oxygens saturation level to the readings on the test oximeter we can determine how accurate it is. While working in the Hypoxia Lab the CRC will recruit subjects for adult pulse oximetry testing, collect blood samples during the trials once phlebotomy is completed by a physician, and keep the lab regularly stocked with samples. Under general supervision and direction, the position would perform at the fully operational journey level of the series on duties related to the support and coordination of the clinical study. Candidates may receive training intended to prepare them for conduct of the study. Responsibilities include: Assist with subject recruitment (putting up posters, advertising, etc) Coordinate scheduling of studies with sponsors Transcribe data collected from clinical machines to electronic record Data entry to computerized source Record physiologic measurements (vital signs, ECG) as they are taken by the supervisor; Obtain consent for study Handling and analyzing blood samples Note : This is a limited 18 month position. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $34.32 - $55.19 (Hourly Rate). To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Requirements

• HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities
• Demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities; and/or equivalent experience/training
• Ability to work daytime as well as regular evenings/nights and weekend shifts, and some holiday coverage as the needed
• Ability to work up to 10 hour shifts
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Able to work under to adhere to specific protocols for all data collection
• Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills, especially when interacting with other medical professionals including nurses, respiratory therapists, physicians, and paramedics.
• Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with patients, co-workers, & physicians.
• Excellent verbal and written communications and presentation skills
• Demonstrate problem solving abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Superb organizational skills, punctuality and record of reliability
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while working with a diverse subject population
• Demonstrated computer proficiency with knowledge and experience with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software, such as Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Willingness to work with patients and families experiencing acute illness and trauma.

Nice To Haves

• BA/BS degree in a related field of biological sciences
• Spanish language proficiency
• Knowledge or experience with the basic laboratory techniques or methods required by the position (safe handling practices, preparing and labeling samples and reagents for studies, proper use, storage and disposal of reagents)
• Medical terminology and clinical exposure preferred
• Experience working with patients or study subjects
• Experience with electronic medical records.
• Ability to abstract data from medical records and transfer it to data collection forms or directly into databases.
• Experience in entering clinical data into electronic databases with a high degree of accuracy.
• Experience working in a hospital setting preferred.
• Fluency in the usage of Committee of Human Research (CHR) online iMEDris system for submission, renewal, and modification of protocols through this system.
• Experience building and maintaining databases in REDCap
• Understanding of patient population to create rapport and a relationship, while also giving insight to what is realistic and appropriate for patient participation.
• Knowledge of UCSF and departmental policies for dealing with reimbursement, guidelines for research, confidentiality and HIPPA regulations, following the UCSF mission statement and purpose for research, and a clear understanding of policies and procedures on patient safety and confidentiality (electronic and hard copy medical records, patient charts, communication, etc.); knowledge of medical terminology, research policies and guidelines, guidelines for packing/shipping infectious substances, database building/analysis, and data
• Experience working with populations with diverse language preferences and social determinants of health.
• Experience working with professional interpreter services.
• Knowledge of research policies and guidelines, guidelines for transporting, processing, and storing human biospecimens, database building/analysis, and data management within some of the following: Access, Stata, R, and SASS/ SPSS.
• Experience applying the following regulations and guidelines: Good Clinical Practice Guidelines Health Information and Accountability Act (HIPAA) The Protection of Human Research Subjects CHR regulations for recruitment and consent of research subjects Effective Cash Handling Procedures Environmental Health and Safety Training Fire Safety Training Equal Employment Opportunity

Responsibilities

• Assist with subject recruitment (putting up posters, advertising, etc)
• Coordinate scheduling of studies with sponsors
• Transcribe data collected from clinical machines to electronic record
• Data entry to computerized source
• Record physiologic measurements (vital signs, ECG) as they are taken by the supervisor
• Obtain consent for study
• Handling and analyzing blood samples

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED