Clinical Research Coord - Arnold Palmer - Orlando Health

Orlando Health - Arnold Palmer 

Department: Arnold Palmer Oncology Research 

Status: Full Time

Shift: Day

Title: Clinical Research Coord I 

Summary: Participate in the development, coordination and implementation of research and administrative strategies essential to the management of clinical trials research. 

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ORLANDO HEALTH - BENEFITS & PERKS:

Competitive Pay

• Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.

All Inclusive Benefits (start day one)

• Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.

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Essential Functions
 Participate in the coordination of multi-site or large-scale clinical trials research studies conducted by a supervising principal investigator(s) in support of activities that meet objectives of assigned research protocol(s).
 Assesses patients for protocol eligibility and communicates findings to investigator/physician.
 Coordinates the implementation of protocol procedures.
 Operates specialized equipment as needed in assigned area, if applicable.
 Assesses and monitors patient responses and adverse reactions; reports same to accountable sources.
 Provides appropriate patient and family education.
 Completes a variety of reports, documents, and correspondence for regulatory agencies, participating clinical trial sites and for internal purposes.
 Collaborates with physicians and other healthcare staff to ensure adherence to FDA and protocol guidelines; identify potential problems and/or inconsistencies and take action as appropriate.
 Assist in the preparation and submission of amendments to clinical trials protocols to the IRB.
 Provides educational in-services as needed.
 Promotes interdepartmental cooperation and coordination for each protocol.
 Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
 Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions
 Assists in the development of treatment orders for active studies, to be reviewed by the treating physician.
 Assists the research team in preparing for site audits.
 Attends appropriate departmental and/or corporate meetings
 Attends study group and investigator meetings as required.
 Demonstrates ability in using computer software specific to department.
 Support the team of data managers by answering complex questions and entering information into the EDC if necessary.

Education/Training
Must meet one of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in health-related field (i.e., Healthcare Administrative, Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, Health & Wellness or Health Information Management); or
• Associate degree in related field (i.e., Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, Health & Wellness or Health Information Management) and one (1) year of clinical research or healthcare experience (in addition to the requirements listed in the Experience section); or
• Graduate of an accredited allied health program and one (1) year of clinical research or healthcare experience (in addition to the requirements listed in the Experience section).
• If no degree, experience may be substituted at a two for one ratio and a minimum of one-year clinical research experience required.

Licensure/Certification

• All RNs and other Clinical Research Coordinators involved in direct patient care may be required to be licensed by the medical director.
• BLS/Healthcare Provider certification required.

Experience

• One (1) year of healthcare experience required