Maryland Oncology Hematology
Clinical Research Coordinator
Maryland Oncology Hematology, Pueblo, Colorado, United States, 81004
Job Title
Clinical Research Coordinator
Location Pueblo, CO
Overview Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, Colorado’s largest and most comprehensive provider of cancer care has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator/RN in Pueblo. Bring your established oncology and/or research experience and join a team dedicated to providing an excellent experience to patients.
Salary Salary Range: $60,000–$75,000 for non‑nurses and $80,000–$97,000 for nurses. Pay is based on education, work experience, certification, etc. The salary is determined through an analysis that considers relevant experience, education, and certifications in relation to comparable roles, in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health savings account
Flexible spending accounts
Potential research bonus after one year
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
PTO, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, employee paid critical illness and accident insurance
Responsibilities
Screens potential patients for protocol eligibility and presents trial concepts to patients, participates in the informed consent process, and enrolls patients on protocol.
Coordinates patient care in compliance with protocol requirements; may disburse investigational drug and provide patient teaching regarding administration; maintains investigational drug accountability. In collaboration with the physician, reviews patients for changes in condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, response to study drug, and thoroughly documents all findings.
Responsible for accurate and timely data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting; schedules and participates in monitoring and auditing activities.
Maintains regulatory documents in accordance with USOR SOP and applicable regulations.
Participates in required training and education programs; responsible for education of clinic staff regarding clinical research.
May collaborate with the Research Site Leader in the study selection process.
Additional responsibilities may include working directly with other (non‑USOR) research bases and/or sponsors.
Identifies quality and performance improvement opportunities and collaborates with staff in developing action plans to improve quality.
May be responsible for compiling and reporting protocol activity, accrual data, and research financial information to practice administration and physicians.
May oversee the preparation of orders by physicians to assure protocol compliance; communicates with physician regarding study requirements, need for dose modification, and adverse event reporting.
Provides a safe environment for patients, families, and clinical staff at all times through compliance with federal, state, and professional regulatory standards issued by OSHA and the CDC. Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in a clinical or scientific related discipline required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum five years of experience in a clinical or scientific related discipline required, preferably in oncology.
SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred.
Graduate from an accredited program for nursing education (BSN preferred). Minimum three years of nursing experience, preferably in oncology. Experience in clinical research preferred. Current licensure as a registered nurse in state of practice. Current BLCS or ACLS certification required. OCN, SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology, nursing assessment, anatomy and physiology, clinical medicine, diagnostic tests, radiology, pathology, pharmacology, hematology, oncology, clinical trials and GCP concepts.
Experience with computer data entry and database management.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills – attention to detail and accuracy – ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures such as protocols, informed consent documents, and regulatory documents.
Ability to work independently, organize, prioritize, and follow through with results.
Ability to solve practical problems and implement solutions.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
Physical demands: large percent of time performing computer‑based work. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time; occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Additional Requirements All qualified candidates are required to pass a background check and non‑federal drug test (excluding marijuana) after offer of employment and prior to hire. Candidates must provide proof of influenza vaccination upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.
Application Information This job posting will remain open until an adequate applicant pool is identified. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early. To apply for this position, click the “apply” button.
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Location Pueblo, CO
Overview Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, Colorado’s largest and most comprehensive provider of cancer care has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator/RN in Pueblo. Bring your established oncology and/or research experience and join a team dedicated to providing an excellent experience to patients.
Salary Salary Range: $60,000–$75,000 for non‑nurses and $80,000–$97,000 for nurses. Pay is based on education, work experience, certification, etc. The salary is determined through an analysis that considers relevant experience, education, and certifications in relation to comparable roles, in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health savings account
Flexible spending accounts
Potential research bonus after one year
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
PTO, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, employee paid critical illness and accident insurance
Responsibilities
Screens potential patients for protocol eligibility and presents trial concepts to patients, participates in the informed consent process, and enrolls patients on protocol.
Coordinates patient care in compliance with protocol requirements; may disburse investigational drug and provide patient teaching regarding administration; maintains investigational drug accountability. In collaboration with the physician, reviews patients for changes in condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, response to study drug, and thoroughly documents all findings.
Responsible for accurate and timely data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting; schedules and participates in monitoring and auditing activities.
Maintains regulatory documents in accordance with USOR SOP and applicable regulations.
Participates in required training and education programs; responsible for education of clinic staff regarding clinical research.
May collaborate with the Research Site Leader in the study selection process.
Additional responsibilities may include working directly with other (non‑USOR) research bases and/or sponsors.
Identifies quality and performance improvement opportunities and collaborates with staff in developing action plans to improve quality.
May be responsible for compiling and reporting protocol activity, accrual data, and research financial information to practice administration and physicians.
May oversee the preparation of orders by physicians to assure protocol compliance; communicates with physician regarding study requirements, need for dose modification, and adverse event reporting.
Provides a safe environment for patients, families, and clinical staff at all times through compliance with federal, state, and professional regulatory standards issued by OSHA and the CDC. Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in a clinical or scientific related discipline required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum five years of experience in a clinical or scientific related discipline required, preferably in oncology.
SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred.
Graduate from an accredited program for nursing education (BSN preferred). Minimum three years of nursing experience, preferably in oncology. Experience in clinical research preferred. Current licensure as a registered nurse in state of practice. Current BLCS or ACLS certification required. OCN, SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology, nursing assessment, anatomy and physiology, clinical medicine, diagnostic tests, radiology, pathology, pharmacology, hematology, oncology, clinical trials and GCP concepts.
Experience with computer data entry and database management.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills – attention to detail and accuracy – ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures such as protocols, informed consent documents, and regulatory documents.
Ability to work independently, organize, prioritize, and follow through with results.
Ability to solve practical problems and implement solutions.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
Physical demands: large percent of time performing computer‑based work. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time; occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Additional Requirements All qualified candidates are required to pass a background check and non‑federal drug test (excluding marijuana) after offer of employment and prior to hire. Candidates must provide proof of influenza vaccination upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.
Application Information This job posting will remain open until an adequate applicant pool is identified. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early. To apply for this position, click the “apply” button.
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