Clinical Research Coordinator
Clinical Research Coordinator
Position Summary:
Effectively coordinates the conduct of low to medium complexity clinical research studies under the direction of the Principal Investigator, Director of Research & Care Transformation, and department leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Oversees recruitment of patients by screening patient eligibility of potential study participants with physicians, leading to consent and enrollment as appropriate
- Performs protocol mandated activities such as specimen collection and processing, vital signs, administers questionnaires, collects diaries, and documents patient response to interventional therapies
- Interprets study protocols in order to schedule and track protocol-related testing and follow-up appointments
- Documents and organizes protocol related activities consistent with protocol guidelines, patient safety best practices, institutional and departmental policies, Good Clinical Practice and Federal Regulations
- Dispenses investigational drug and maintains and reports inventory
- Reports adverse and serious adverse events to the Principal Investigator, documenting and reporting to the appropriate agencies within the required timelines
- Acts as a liaison and resource with physicians, clinical staff, pharmacy, and study sponsors
- Effectively utilizes a wide variety of different applications both within Kootenai Health and as dictated by protocols and sponsors
- Coordinates studies of low to medium complexity, typically within a single specialty
- Serves as backup or support for more advanced studies and in other specialties
- Ensures the patient and guests have the best possible experience in all interactions
- Performs research billing review process to ensure accurate and timely charges are submitted for coding and billing
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
- Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned
Requirements and Minimum Qualifications (level hired is based on qualifications):
- Clinical Research Coordinator I
- Associates degree in healthcare, biology, research, project management, or related field preferred
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a related healthcare position, such as a Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant, required
- Clinical research experience preferred
- Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets and database management required
- Travel as required
- Willing and able to complete additional training (IATA, EMR, etc.) as required
- BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General Orientation.
Clinical Research Coordinator II
• Associates degree in healthcare, biology, research, project management, or related field preferred
• Minimum 3 years' research coordinator work experience required
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a related healthcare position, such as a Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant, required
• Clinical research certification preferred or willing to obtain
• Familiar with principles of protocol development, study design and IRB process required • Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets and database management required
• Travel as required
• Willing and able to complete additional training (IATA, EMR, etc.) as required
• BLS required
Clinical Research Coordinator III
• Associates degree in healthcare, biology, research, project management, or related field OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience required
• Minimum 6 years' research coordinator work experience required
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a related healthcare position (such as a Medical Assistant, Nursing Assistant) required
• ACRP or SOCRA certification preferred
• Familiar with principles of protocol development, study design and IRB process required • Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets and database management required
• Travel as required
• Willing and able to complete additional training (IATA, EMR, etc.) as required
• BLS required
Working Conditions:
- Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
- Typical equipment used in a clinical job
- Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
About Kootenai Health:
Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.
As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:
- Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
- Kootenai Health's tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
- Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
- Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
- An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
- Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
- Robust and interactive employee referral program
- And much more
Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!
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