Clinical Research Coordinator - Ophthalmology - No Weekends, Full Benefits!
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Full Job Description
EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit .
POSTION: Clinical Research Coordinator
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Research Manager, the Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of research protocols, including subject recruitment, enrollment, and implementation and follow up of protocols. The Clinical Research Coordinator promotes good clinical practice in the conduct of clinical investigations by possessing knowledge of federal regulations and guidance documents for the conduct of clinical trials and human subject's protection.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
> Participate in subject
screening, recruitment, enrollment and follow-up procedures, pre-study
preparation, problem solving and maintenance of clinical trials.
>
Read and have full understanding of research protocol.
> Collect,
process, and ship research specimens, including blood draws, following
appropriate training.
> Document and maintain all study related
procedures and events on case report forms (CRFs) or electronic
data
capture (EDC), participate in monitoring visits, review CRFs
with the sponsor, handle data queries. Prepare
complex regulatory
documents such as Human Investigation Committee (HIC) applications,
Informed Consents, complex amendments, Progress Reports, Adverse Event
(AE) Reports and Protocol Deviations.
> Communicate effectively
with subjects, research team, principal Investigators, ancillary
staff, study sponsors
and primary care providers.
> Consent
and conduct study visits for device trials, data collection/no risk
trials, and study article/some risk trials as appropriate to
education, training and work experience. Monitor for AEs, distribute
device/study article and monitor device/study articles accountability
as appropriate.
> Prepare for and participate in audits by
sponsors and external regulators.
> Patient/family interaction -
utilize effective communication skills; incorporate specific age,
cultural or developmental needs.
> Assist in budget preparation;
plan and implement study protocols with regulatory division.
>
Protect subject confidentiality.
> Complete tasks and projects by
deadlines set by supervisor.
> Investigate solutions to problems
and determines best course of action.
> Work effectively in a team
environment.
> Perform all other duties as assigned, which may
include assisting in other departments.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 2 years of
clinical research experience preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal
and professional skills to work effectively with others and provide
superior customer service to patients/subjects and their
families.
- Ability to handle confidential matters; adheres to all
HIPAA guidelines/regulations.
- Understands medical terminology,
procedure codes and diagnosis codes as it applies to recruiting
subjects for Research.
- Communicates clearly and professionally,
both orally and in writing with patients, team members,
physicians,
payers, and office coordinators. Knowledge of
spelling, punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, and proper English
usage
- Ability to multi task duties, prioritize work load,
organize files and work space and be self-directed in an open office
setting.
- Strong proficiency in: MS Office Suite, including Word
and Excel, Outlook or other email system, use of computerized medical
tracking systems, use of insurance websites, internet search
capabilities and other applications as appropriate.
- Strong
analytical and problem solving skills.
RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: Research Manager
Directly Supervises: Not applicable
Work Schedule: Varies, but typically Monday through Friday. Potential for Saturday work hours depending on workload.
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
WORKING CONDITIONS:
>
Minimal physical activity (standing, bending, sitting, walking,
pulling and lifting) for most of the work shift.
> Clean office
environment.
> Possible hazardous chemicals.
If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600
EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
Clinical Research Coordinator - Ophthalmology - No Weekends, Full Benefits!
Eye Care Partners
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