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We Are Hiring: Clinical Research Specialist - ProHealth Care - 1.0 FTE
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Schedule Details: M-F, hybrid (remote and onsite)
What You Will Do:
The Clinical Research Specialist is primarily responsible for identifying and promoting the enrollment of all protocol eligible patients.The CRS is also accountable for assuring compliance with protocol requirements and overall clinical objectives, including support of the strategic goals for the specified clinical areas and the Research Institute. This position is accountable for these functions at all PHC locations as applicable to the clinical area (Pewaukee, Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital and DNG-Mukwonago). The CRS will operate under direct supervision of the Research Supervisor and Research Institute Manager.
Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement study-specific accrual strategies to achieve preset goals.
• Develop and maintain relationships with physicians, other research staff and clinical staff to promote patient accruals and awareness of clinical research opportunities.
• Assist the physician in the patient consent process by explaining study procedures, possible side effects of treatment, discussion of risks and benefits of study participation, timeline of study including treatment frequency and length, underline the need for compliance and answer all questions.
• Coordinate physicians and clinical staff to assure compliance with all protocol requirements including: study required testing, treatment procedures, appropriate treatment modifications based on toxicity monitoring, organize lab specimen collection, processing and submission as required, perform patient evaluations and required documentation, supply drug information and nursing guidelines as necessary.
• Act as liaison to protocol sponsors for clarification of discrepancies or questions regarding patient management.
• Coordinate successful sponsor initiated audits and/or other applicable audits.
• Organize, input and maintain patient research records, research database and clinic progress notes to ensure compliance with protocol standards. Preserve the confidentiality and security of the patient data stored in the Research files.
• Assure all adverse events are documented and reported as required, including notifications to the Research Specialist, Principal Investigator, managing physician, the appropriate IRB(s), cooperative group/sponsoring company, FDA and NCI.
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
• Attend meetings as required and participate on committees as directed.
• Assist in identifying potential funding sources for clinical research, as applicable.
• Assist in preparing grant applications, as applicable.
What you will need:
- Bachelor's Degree in clinical, science, or related field required. Will consider equivalent experience in clinical research trials in lieu of a degree.
- At least two, with five or more years preferred, experience in working in a clinical healthcare setting or in clinical research trials.
- Knowledge of FDA regulatory requirements preferred.
- Oncology clinical research experience or Registered Nurse with clinical experience strongly preferred.
- Strong documentation and data input skills.
- Able to work with diverse teams.
- Able to work independently and be self-motivated.
Why Join ProHealth Care:
We have nearly 5,000 dedicated clinical and non-clinical employees and physicians who work together every day to serve the health and well-being of our community. At ProHealth Care everyone contributes to the care our patients receive. And, everyone is treated with kindness and respect in our welcoming environment.
This Position Will Offer You:
- Engaging and community focused culture
- Competitive Salaries
- Opportunity for professional career growth
- Robust benefits for full-time and regular part-time roles, including Generous PTO; Choices in insurance; HSA; Tuition reimbursement; immediate 401K match; discounted tickets to various entertainment, social, and sporting events
ProHealth Care is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive work environment and values the perspectives of our people. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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