Description

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SUMMARY:

Conducts and assists in the System physician and staff's clinical research trials and projects. Obtains informed consent, collects, maintains, and processes study information and research data in strict accordance with specified research and clinical protocol.

St. Lawrence Health (SLH) was established in December 2013 with the mission to improve health and to expand access through coordination and integration of services. SLH became an affiliate of Rochester Regional Health (RRH) in January 2021. Working together with our community partners, including local health departments and agencies, we are focused on disease prevention, promoting access to quality healthcare services, and improving the overall quality of life for our communities.

STATUS: Full- time

LOCATION: Grove St.

DEPARTMENT: Clinical Research

SCHEDULE: 8 Hour, Day Shift

RESPONSIBILITIES:

45%

Data Management Duties

• As applicable for both industry trials and investigator initiated projects:
  • Collects, processes, and assists in the compilation and verification of research data, following strict protocol and detail instructions.
  • Enters data into Electronic Data Capture (EDC) and responds to queries in a timely manner
  • Assists with routine data analysis and interpretation, as specifically assigned; may utilize statistical data analysis programs and software; assists with routine data verification and quality control, ensuring data integrity and consistency with prescribed study protocol.

40%

Protocol-Specific Activities

• Contacts potential subjects to introduce and explain study objectives and protocol over the phone or in person
• Obtains informed consent from patients interested in a research study
• Coordinates and conducts clinical research subject visits, including processing and packaging any associated laboratory samples for shipment.
• Performs subject recruitment, and subject scheduling for identified clinical trials.
• Follows up with subjects according to study protocol, and adheres to safety reporting regulations
• Interfaces with sponsor representatives both in person and remotely to coordinate site visits, and ensure compliance with the study protocol

15%

Research Start-Up Activities

• Assists in literature search, protocol writing, case report form design, and IRB submission for new System's industry and investigator-initiated studies
• Coordinates the review, submission, and execution of community partners' IRB submissions

This does not represent a complete or all-encompassing view - other duties may be assigned / required / or change to meet the business needs. An incumbent and the organization both share ownership of bringing forward & documenting any duties that become significant or substantial to be included in the MJO's.

ATTRIBUTES:

Education/Certification:

• Required Education: Associates Degree
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree in biology or healthcare related field
• Required Certification: ACRP or SOCRA certification within one year of becoming eligible
• Preferred Certification: ACRP or SOCRA certification

Work Experience:

• Required: None
• Preferred: 1-3 years of experience in healthcare or related science field, with knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to manipulate multiple schedules, attend subject study visits, and document and record accurate data in compliance with the protocol and study design in a timely and efficient manner
• Prepare and facilitate site selection, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits conducted by sponsor pharmaceutical companies, and follow-up as necessary
• Ability to comprehend and utilize information from multiple sources to support the identification and recruitment of potential research participants based on strict study criteria
• Ability to communicate and work professionally with all levels of health care providers (physicians, nursing staff, laboratory, practice managers etc.)
• High level of attention to detail and thoroughness
• Self-starter and motivated
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting
• Comfortable traveling to various clinical sites with the St. Lawrence Health System
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - 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; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

PAY RANGE: $22.62 - $28.05

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Minimum Salary: 22.62 Maximum Salary: 28.05 Salary Unit: Hourly