Associate Clinical Research Coordinator

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This job evaluates, initiates and maintains activities related to the conduct of clinical trials with the assistance and guidance of departmental staff. Communicates effectively with external funding agencies and sponsors, other departments, departmental staff and patients to assure the understanding of the requirements of conducting and participating in clinical trials. Organizes and manages all documentation and regulatory submissions as required by the sponsor of the trial, regulatory agencies, research division/ Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policy and patient care requirements of the company with the direction and approval of other research staff.

Education

Required - High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred - Bachelor's degree.

Work Experience

Required - 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting or bachelor’s degree.

Preferred - 2 years of experience in area of assigned clinical specialty, managing clinical research and patient databases.

Certification

Required - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of medical and clinical research terminology and processes.

• Ability to follow the investigational plan in execution of study visits.

• Working knowledge of requirements and regulations associated with the conduct of clinical trials and other related research activity.

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications, including working knowledge of Epic.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.

• Organizational and time management skills and ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail.

• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities and work a flexible work schedule.

Job Duties

• Determines eligibility and supports recruitment of research participants.

• Coordinates and oversees the regulatory processes as they relate to the evaluation, initiation, maintenance, closure and internal and external audit of clinical trials and other research activity.

• Coordinates and oversees patient (study participant) activity as it relates to the conduct of research and clinical trials.

• Develops and maintains all required documentation as it relates to the conduct of assigned clinical trials and associated patient care.

• Conducts daily work and clinical trial activity in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.

• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

The employer maintains and complies its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.   (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.

There is no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.