Oncology Clinical Research Coordinator

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois•Rockford, IL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of the Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) is to coordinate the conduct of clinical research studies in a clinic/hospital setting with an emphasis on the screening, enrollment, and monitoring of research patients. This role is located in Rockford, IL, and requires candidates to commute to the site each day. The CRC will also perform other duties as assigned. Mercyhealth is an integrated health system serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin, delivering exceptional, coordinated care across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for its commitment to its people and culture, including being #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50, one of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers, and a Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women. For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout its service areas.

Requirements

Associate's Degree
Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management
Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, writing skills, strong interpersonal communication skills, detailed oriented, and able to multi-task
Proficient in Microsoft Office Word and Excel, electronic health systems and databases used in research environment, or have a willingness to learn and demonstrate proficiency within six months of hire

Nice To Haves

Clinical research experience
Certified Clinical Research Professional or Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (ACRP or SoCRA)

Responsibilities

Recruit, screen, enroll, obtain consent from study participants and provide patient education as necessary
Prepare IRB documents and reports; ensure compliance with relevant IRB policies and regulatory agency requirements (i.e.: continuing reviews or study updates)
Organize and maintain study documents including data collection forms, informed consent forms, and regulatory documents
Submitting accurate and timely data
Assist with the collection of patient samples, including blood, urine, and saliva; process and prepare specimens (centrifuge, pipette as required)
Maintain patient calendars to ensure protocol adherence
Shipping of specimens
Patient coordination for research protocols including arranging necessary appointments and procedures, working collaboratively with other departments and institutions, and maintaining contact with study participants
Long-term follow up of study participants
Data submission and monthly/quarterly reports
Work with billing department for billing of study patients on a clinical trial
Maintain investigational brochures
Track and report all adverse events
Collaborate on development of program materials such as marketing and education