Clinical Research Coordinator

Overview

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, Colorados largest and most comprehensive
provider of cancer care has an exciting opportunity for an experienced
Clinical Research Coordinator/RN in Boulder.
We realize that it sounds cliche but it is true – taking care of cancer
patients is a calling. Its much more than a job. Each of us has a unique
story that brought us to Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers (RMCC), but those
stories usually share common themes of care, compassion, and commitment.
No matter the role each RMCC team member serves in, the goal is the same:
to provide the best care possible for each and every one of our patients.
Whether we are a nurse holding our patients hand, or a scheduler on the
phone finding an appointment that fits into a patients schedule, we are
deeply connected to our patients and do what we can to help.
If this sounds like you, wed love to have you join our team.
Salary Range: $60,000-$75,000 for non-nurses and $80,000-$95,000 for nurses
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work
experience, certification, etc. As of the date of this posting, in
addition to your salary, RMCC offers the following benefits for this
position, subject to eligibility requirements: Health, dental, and
vision plans; wellness program; health savings account; flexible
spending accounts; potential for research bonus depending on financials of
department after one year of employment; 401(k) retirement plan; life
insurance, short-term disability insurance; long-term disability
insurance, Employee Assistance Program; PTO, holiday pay, tuition
reimbursement, and employee paid critical illness and accident insurance.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work
experience, certification, etc.
A wide salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based
upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work
Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, and
certifications as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While
all offers are compliant with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act,
there is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on
the salary analysis.

Responsibilities

Screens potential patients for protocol eligibility. Presents trial concepts
and details to the patients, participates in the informed consent process,
and enrolls patients on protocol.
Coordinates patient care in compliance with protocol requirements. May
disburse investigational drug and provide patient teaching regarding
administration. Maintains investigational drug accountability. -In
collaboration with the physician, reviews patients for changes in
condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol
compliance, response to study drug and thoroughly documents all findings.
Responsible for accurate and timely data collection, documentation,
entry, and reporting. Schedules and participates in monitoring and auditing
activities.
Maintains regulatory documents in accordance with USOR SOP and applicable
regulations.
Participates in required training and education programs. Responsible for
education of clinic staff regarding clinical research.
May collaborate with Research Site Leader in the study selection process.
Additional responsibilities may include working directly with other
(non-USOR) research bases and/or sponsors.
Identify quality and performance improvement opportunities and collaborates
with staff in the development of action plans to improve quality.
May be responsible for compiling and reporting protocol activity, accrual
data, and research financial information to practice administration and
physicians.
May oversee the preparation of orders by physicians to assure that protocol
compliance is maintained. Communicates with physician regarding study
requirements, need for dose modification, and adverse ev nt reporting.
Provides a safe environment for patients, families, and clinical staff at
all times through compliance with all federal, state, and professional
regulatory standards as issued through OSHA and the CDC. Maintains strict
patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.

Qualifications

Associates degree in a clinical or scientific related discipline
required, Bachelors degree preferred.Minimum five years of experience in
a clinical or scientific related discipline required, preferably in oncology.
SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred.
or

Graduate from an accredited program for nursing education (BSN preferred).
Minimum 3 years of nursing experience, preferably in oncology. Experience in
clinical research preferred. Current licensure as a registered nurse in state
of practice. Current BLCS or ACLS certification required. OCN, SoCRA or ACRP
certification preferred.
-Knowledge of medical terminology, nursing assessment, anatomy and
physiology, clinical medicine, diagnostic tests, radiology,
pathology, pharmacology, hematology, oncology, clinical trials and
GCPconcepts. -Experience with computer data entry and database management.
-Excellent written and oral communication skills.
-Excellent organizational skills-Attention to details and accuracy-Ability to
read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures such as protocols,
informed consent documents, and regulatory documents. -Ability to work
independently, organize, prioritize, and follow through with
results.-Ability to solve practical problems and implement solutions.
Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to
communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical
preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic
envir