Research Tech/Assistant

Full Time
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Posted
Job description

We are, a freestanding, physician-owned, comprehensive cancer center based in Albuquerque, NM with a satellite clinic in Gallup, New Mexico. We are an Oncology Medical Home, with a focus on early intervention for patient symptoms, resulting in low hospitalization rates. Our Physicians have won Top 10 Docs in the city of Albuquerque multiple times.

As a successful Medical oncology and Radiation oncology practice, we have expanded our medical practice to include Survivorship, palliative care, Primary Care, Rheumatology, Pulmonary, Urology and Sleep Center.

Make a difference in the lives of patients by joining a physician-led, partnership organization with a patient-centered and evidenced-based medicine approach. You will have the tools, resources, and professional freedom you need to deliver outstanding patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Clinical Research Manager, NMOHC’s research coordinator will be primarily responsible for ensuring that clinical trials are conducted according to the investigational plan and all applicable regulations while protecting the rights, safety and welfare of research patients under their care. The position works closely with the Lead Clinical Research Coordinator, NMOHC, members of the department, Principal Investigator (PI), study sponsors and monitors, to support and provide protocol execution exercising Good Clinical Practices and observing compliance with FDA and ICH guidelines. Performs additional support activities as assigned. Working collaboratively with other Clinical Research Coordinator’s and Clinical Research Manager.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Facilitates and coordinates the daily clinical trial activities and plays a critical role in the conduct of the study.
  • Performs general patient assessment; takes complete set of vital signs and documents in electronic medical record
  • For selected research patients- performs venipuncture, and capillary punctures on patients according to universal precautions protocol. Identifies and labels specimens per protocol.
  • Inventories supplies and places orders. Ensures that all materials for each clinical trial protocol are available for subject enrollment.
  • Schedules study participant appointments.
  • Obtain x-rays, operative reports outside physician notes or other necessary source documentation from outside sources when needed for data collection and submission.
  • Assist other department members as requested by supervisor.
  • Reviews and comprehends each assigned protocol including study proceedings and timelines, inclusion and exclusion criteria, confidentiality, and privacy protections.
  • Working closely with Lead Clinical Research Coordinator, participates in an integral way in the informed consent process by communicating clearly and openly with potential study patients about protocols open to enrollment.
  • Completes case report forms. Extracts data from patient charts in a timely manner.
  • Responds to data clarification requests in a timely manner.
  • Maintains records and other documentation of training.
  • Maintains subject screening logs and protocol deviation logs.
  • Maintains a spreadsheet tracking updates to database of all subjects enrolled on clinical trials.
  • Coordinates and facilitates monitoring and auditing visits. Notifies appropriate network officials of external audits by IRB’s, Regulatory agencies, CRO’s and sponsors.
  • Completes documentation on each study visit that is used to track all study related activities so that time, effort, and materials can be accounted for monthly.
  • Works collaboratively with the other members of the clinical research team and the clinical and NMOHC to ensure all protocols are followed and that there is timely documentation and submission of study data.
  • Performs specimen processing and shipment of biological specimen duties.
  • Assists with study materials including but not limited to, the informed consent document, case report forms (CRFs), enrollment logs, and drug/device accountability logs.
  • Establishes and organizes study files, including but not limited to, site regulatory binders, study specific source documentation and other materials as required.
  • Assist with the development and design of data collection forms/tools (checklists, calendars, tracking logs etc.) in accordance with the study protocol and established clinical and data management standards
  • Perform QA and QC review of data, identify quality and performance improvement opportunities and collaborate with research team in the development of action plans to improve quality
  • Participate in required training and education programs
  • Maintain research records in a confidential manner according to practice policies, sponsor confidentiality agreements, HIPAA guidelines, and any other applicable regulations

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Works efficiently and conscientiously as part of a team in a fast-paced, stressful environment

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Preferred: Medical Assistant, or health sciences degree and/or two to three years clinical research experience
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to deal effectively with clinicians, patients, administrators, auxiliary personnel, regulators, monitors and sponsors.
  • To be certified by Association of Clinical Research Professionals or agree to work toward certification upon eligibility.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Knowledge of GCP/ICH, FDA, OHRP, HIPAA policies
  • PC and Microsoft Office skills
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Previous work with CRFs and EDC.
  • Excellent organizational skills to independently manage workflow.
  • Ability to prioritize quickly and appropriately.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Meticulous attention to detail

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $1.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19.

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: One location

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