Clinical Research Coordinator

Overview POSITION: Clinical Research Coordinator LOCATION: Kenwood WEEKLY HOURS: 40 OHC is currently looking for a Clinical Research Coordinator to join our research team at our Kenwood location. As a coordinator, you will be coordinating the screening, enrollment, and maintenance of patients on clinical trials. Duties include assuring protocol compliance for all patients on trial, participation in consent process, in collaboration with physicians and other providers ongoing assessments for changes in condition and adverse events, accurate and timely documentation/data entry, participates in education and training of other staff and patients, ensures site research quality by practicing in compliance with US Oncology Research, Inc. (USOR) Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Supports and adheres to US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics Business Standards. OHC has been fighting cancer on the front lines for more than 38 years. We are now one of the nation’s largest independent oncology practices, as well as the region’s premier source of treatment for nearly every form of adult cancer and complex blood disorder. At its heart, our approach to cancer care is simple – to surround our patients with everything they need so they can focus on what matters most: beating cancer! Why choose OHC? You take care of our patients, so we take care of you. OHC’s benefits include: 3 Health Insurance Plans to choose from 2 Dental and 2 Vision insurance plans A company matched 401K plan Profit sharing plan for clinical employees Competitive salaries Company paid short term / long term disability / life insurance Paid Holidays A generous PTO plan Tuition Reimbursement Professional Development Program Nationwide Discounts at your favorite hotels, resorts and retailers just for being an OHC employee Wellness Program Yearly merit raises Opportunities for advancement Responsibilities Responsibilities include but not limited to: Leads recruitment efforts and screens potential patients for eligibility for studies Ability to achieve enrollment targets on assigned studies Obtains informed consent from patients and conducts study visits for clinical trials Completes assessments on study subjects as per protocol Documents study assessments Enters study data into systems Collects, processes, stores and ships lab specimens; documents lab procedures, lab results and follows up with patients and medical staff as necessary Coordinates, monitors visits with CRAs for each trial to ensure accurate documentation; makes corrections to data as necessary Assists during sponsor and FDA audits Responsible for submissions and reports to the IRB; maintains documentation of IRB communications and decisions Documents adverse events and notifies PI, sponsor and IRB Assumes test article accountability Possesses a sound and in-depth understanding of each protocol that has been assigned as a primary responsibility Maintains compliance with Good Clinical Practice; Clinical Safety Data Management, 21 CFR, and has IATA certification Travels to investigator meetings Participates in weekly meetings with the research team, provides study metrics Responds to requests in a timely manner, gives/receives correct information, encourages dialogue and follow-through, secures accurate signatures, maintains files in an organized and up-to-date manner Other tasks as required Qualifications Minimum Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) Education/Training Associate’s degree in a clinical or scientific discipline required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum three years of experience in a clinical or scientific field required. SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred. Business Experience Experience with Microsoft Office applications. Experience working with physicians preferred. Experience in clinical research preferred. Specialized Knowledge/Skills Excellent communication skills. Strong organizational abilities. Ability to multi‑task effectively. Strong time‑management skills. High level of interpersonal skills to interact with individuals at various levels. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. May be responsible for basic clinical assessments. Working Conditions Environment Traditional office and clinical environment. The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee may encounter while performing essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medical preparations, and other conditions common to a clinical research environment. Physical Requirements Significant amount of computer‑based work required. Requires standing and walking for extended periods. Occasionally lifts and carries items up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing within normal range. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Leads recruitment efforts and screens potential patients for eligibility for studies Ability to achieve enrollment targets on assigned studies Obtains informed consent from patients and conducts study visits for clinical trials Completes assessments on study subjects as per protocol Documents study assessments Enters study data into systems Collects, processes, stores and ships lab specimens; documents lab procedures, lab results and follows up with patients and medical staff as necessary Coordinates, monitors visits with CRAs for each trial to ensure accurate documentation; makes corrections to data as necessary Assists during sponsor and FDA audits Responsible for submissions and reports to the IRB; maintains documentation of IRB communications and decisions Documents adverse events and notifies PI, sponsor and IRB Assumes test article accountability Possesses a sound and in-depth understanding of each protocol that has been assigned as a primary responsibility Maintains compliance with Good Clinical Practice; Clinical Safety Data Management, 21 CFR, and has IATA certification Travels to investigator meetings Participates in weekly meetings with the research team, provides study metrics Responds to requests in a timely manner, gives/receives correct information, encourages dialogue and follow-through, secures accurate signatures, maintains files in an organized and up-to-date manner Other tasks as required Minimum Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) Education/Training Associate's degree in a clinical or scientific discipline required; Bachelor's degree preferred. Minimum three years of experience in a clinical or scientific field required. SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred. Business Experience Experience with Microsoft Office applications. Experience working with physicians preferred. Experience in clinical research preferred. Specialized Knowledge/Skills Excellent communication skills. Strong organizational abilities. Ability to multi‑task effectively. Strong time‑management skills. High level of interpersonal skills to interact with individuals at various levels. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. May be responsible for basic clinical assessments. Working Conditions Environment Traditional office and clinical environment. The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee may encounter while performing essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medical preparations, and other conditions common to a clinical research environment. Physical Requirements Significant amount of computer‑based work required. Requires standing and walking for extended periods. Occasionally lifts and carries items up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing within normal range. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.