Clinical Research Coordinator - Full Time - Day Shift - West Penn Hospital

Highmark Health • Pittsburgh, PA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

GENERAL OVERVIEW: This job plans, coordinates, and manages the activities associated with the initiation and completion of clinical trials, sponsored by internal, industry, foundation, and/or Federal funding sources. Maintains compliance with all regulatory bodies associated with human subject research.

Requirements

• Minimum Associate's degree, RN, or equivalent research experience.
• 1-3 years’ related experience.
• Driver's license may be required depending on facility requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Bachelor’s Degree.
• Current research-related certification from accredited program such as The Association of Clinical Research Professional (ACRP), e.g. Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC), ACRP Certified Professional (ACRP-CP) or The Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA), Certified Clinical Research Professionals (CCRP).

Responsibilities

• Interfaces with clinical staff to identify patients eligible for clinical trials. Provides in-service education to the appropriate hospital personnel in the departments involved with the investigational study.
• Interfaces with patients and their families to provide education regarding investigational studies, and requirements of participation to assure that they are informed prior to obtaining written consent. Completes required follow-up and active patient monitoring per study protocol.
• Collects, maintains, and stores all relevant clinical data, case report forms, and regulatory binders in accordance with the study sponsor and all regulatory bodies.
• Plans, coordinates, and manages all activities pertinent to the specific clinical trials, ensuring patient safety, good clinical practices, and compliance with the protocol and regulatory agencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree