A Clinical Coordinator coordinates operations and oversees medical assisting staff in a clinic or medical department. Responsibilities include supervision of day-to-day operations, management of business aspects, HR duties within the team.
Under general supervision, responsible for the compilation and collection of data, recruitment of subjects, and general coordination of clinical studies. Participate in the implementation of multiple NIH-funded clinical research studies that investigate how substance use affects people who have or are at risk for HIV in North Carolina. The study coordinator will work in a team which uses multimodal data collection, including clinical interviews, neuropsychological testing, blood draws and urine screens, MRI brain scans, and medical record abstractions. Responsibilities of the coordinator include recruitment, enrollment, and tracking of participants; visit scheduling; data collection; data management and quality assurance; regulatory duties; supervision of auxiliary staff; and other relevant administrative tasks. The coordinator will be work closely with study investigators to track progress and implement protocols.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree with two years; experience in clinical research; or an equivalent combination of experience and education. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or
REGISTRATION
SOCRA or ACRP Certification preferred. Must complete the CITI certification for Human Subject Research if not already completed. All additional required WakeOne training for research coordinators.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Works under the direction of the Study Investigators or Clinical Research Nurse Manager with minimal supervision. Plays an active role in recruitment of patients to study. Performs protocol specific duties required per the research protocol. Obtains or assists the Principal Investigator in obtaining informed consent from subjects and reinforces the information that has been provided to subjects and families. Fulfills sponsor requirements related to reportable information including adverse events, unanticipated problems, and other information required by the sponsor protocol. 6. Abstracts data from the medical record and completes paper and electronic case report forms, including responding to any requests for data clarification, and maintains all necessary source documents. Identifies and communicates important protocol and data management issues or problems to the supervisor in a timely manner. Provides staff relief as required to meet the needs of the department. Participates in scheduled team/department meetings. Participates in quality improvement projects on an on-going basis. May mentor new and less experienced staff. Follows established Wake Forest Baptist and department policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental, and infection control guidelines, including adherence to the workplace Code of Conduct and Compliance Plan. Practices a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Excellent reading comprehension Strong organizational skills EPIC/WakeOne proficiency to include appropriate documentation of research notes Proficient in the use of OnCore/WISER Clinical Trial Management System Basic Computer skills Fosters/promotes a positive image and professional appearance Sensitivity to intercultural relations Sensitivity to the maintenance of confidentiality Knowledge of Microsoft Products
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Clean, comfortable, office environment Our Commitment to
You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of
Total Rewards:
benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program Note:
Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. Under departmental direction, coordinates activities to support multiple research studies of all phases. Serves as the principal administrative liaison for assigned studies with the ability to manage a workload that includes studies of increased complexity. Develops and maintains recordkeeping systems and procedures to ensure compliance with study protocols and all appropriate regulations. Attends clinic as needed to perform activities including, but not limited to: assist the research team with recruitment activities, administer questionnaires and answer any questions about future appointments. Responsible for the compilation, registration and submission of data, as required by the Sponsor.
