Clinical Research Coordinator

ice Practitioners for insight and direction in any matters involving clinical decision making. The Clinical Research Coordinator 1 manages the distribution and collection of essential data required to complete assigned research projects and assures that all data is collected in compliance with FDA and GCP/ICH standards.

Major Job Responsibilities:
• Works together with the Research Team on study start-up activities with the Sponsor, Primary Investigator, and Clinical Research Organization.
• Coordinates site visits and monitoring visits required for study initiation, routine monitoring, and site closure.
• Screens patients to assure appropriate patient selection according to specific protocol inclusion and exclusion criteria.
• Educates other Research staff on protocol requirements as needed to provide continuity of care and protocol adherence.
• Obtains informed consent in compliance with GCP when delegated by the principal investigator.
• Coordinates patient scheduling for protocol-specific activities.
• Facilitates coordination with other departments within our practice associated with providing service to research patients.
• Assures that all assessments required by the protocol have been ordered at protocol-defined intervals.
• Notifies provider whenever a laboratory or any other abnormality occurs for assessment of clinical significance.
• Assesses and documents patient compliance with the protocol.
• Communicates regularly with the Research Assistant regarding central labkit scheduling and coordination for active patients.
• Manages the distribution and collection of protocol related data for studies.
• Creates and maintains patient research binders.
• Oversees completion of case report forms as directed by study Sponsor and CRO.
• Maintains strictest confidentiality adhering to HIPAA regulations.
• Attends meetings and /or training sessions as required
• Transports documents, laboratory samples, and supplies as necessary.
• Promotes a proactive and professional relationship with coworkers and external affiliates regarding clinical research.
• Follows company and departmental policies and procedures.

Typical Physical Demands:

Work may require long periods of sitting; also stooping, bending and stretching. Occasionally, lifting files or paper weighing up to 50 pounds is required. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, calculator, telephone, copier and other equipment is also necessary. Vision must be correctable to 20/20 and hearing must be in normal range for telephone encounters.

Typical Working Conditions:

On site work is typically performed in a clinic environment and involves contact with patients and other staff. Remote work may be performed at the discretion of NWMS leadership under the Remote Work Policy. Occasional pressure due to multiple studies, patient scheduling, and data deadlines is common.

Minimum Job Requirements:
• Experience working as a clinical coordinator in a clinical research setting preferred.
• Current Medical Assistant – Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well within a team, with other businesses, and with the public.
• Competency in Microsoft Office
• Detail oriented, precise, and accurate.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to examine documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to prepare records in accordance with detailed instructions.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely, and to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work efficiently with co-workers, patients, and business contacts.
• Ability to work independently.

Education: High School diploma or GED.

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Note: Depending on the positions, certain vaccinations (e.g. influenza) are required; accommodations for disability or religious reasons can be considered.

NWMS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us:
Northwest Medical Specialties, PLLC is a successful practice that has been part of the community for more than 35 years. Northwest Medical Specialties, PLLC has infusion clinics at multiple locations and full diagnostic laboratory capabilities. In addition, we have a robust clinical research program with one of the highest accrual rates within the Pacific Northwest.

NWMS is dedicated to providing excellence in patient care and understanding individual needs. As a community cancer center with locations in Bonney Lake, Federal Way, Gig Harbor, Tacoma, Olympia and Puyallup, NWMS strives to bring state-of-the-art, high-quality care to patients in their own communities. NWMS is part of OnCare Alliance and participates in several quality cancer-care initiatives, such as the CMMI’s Enhancing Oncology Model, American Society of Clinical Oncology’s Quality Oncology Practice Initiative, and the National Committee for Quality Assurance.

Find out more about NWMS at: https://www.nwmedicalspecialties.com

What We Offer:
We believe that our employees are the heart of our practice. NWMS provides a high quality and cost-effective benefits package. Benefits offered by NWMS include medical, vision, dental, and life insurance benefits, education reimbursements, FSA, HSA, Paid Time Off (PTO), 8.5 paid holidays per year, and 401(k). WA Paid Sick Leave is available for all employees who are not PTO eligible.

More detailed benefit information can be found here: https://www.nwmedicalspecialties.com/about-us/careers/benefits/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Puyallup, WA 98373