Clinical Research Coordinator I

Overview Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, Colorado's largest and most comprehensive provider of cancer care, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator/RN in Boulder. Bring your established Oncology and/or Research experience and join a team dedicated to providing an excellent experience to patients. We realize that it sounds cliché but it is true – taking care of cancer patients is a calling. It’s much more than a job. Each of us has a unique story that brought us to 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 a patient's hand, or a scheduler on the phone finding an appointment that fits into a patient's schedule, we are deeply connected to our patients and do what we can to help. If this sounds like you, we’d love to have you join our team. Salary Range: $60,000–$75,000 for non‑nurses and $80,000–$97,000 for nurses. Pay is based on factors such as education, work experience, certification, etc. RMCC offers the following benefits, subject to eligibility: health, dental and vision plans; wellness program; health savings account; flexible spending accounts; potential research bonus after one year; 401(k); life insurance; short‑term disability; long‑term disability; employee assistance program; PTO; holiday pay; tuition reimbursement; and employee‑paid critical illness and accident insurance. 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, provide patient teaching regarding administration, and maintain investigational drug accountability. Collaborates with the physician to review 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 educating 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. Identifies quality and performance improvement opportunities and collaborates with staff in developing 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 physicians regarding study requirements, dose modifications, and adverse event reporting. Provides a safe environment for patients, families, and clinical staff at all times through compliance with federal, state, and professional regulatory standards issued through OSHA and the CDC. Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law. Qualifications Associated or Bachelor’s Degree: Associate’s degree in a clinical or scientific discipline required; bachelor’s preferred. Minimum five years of experience in a clinical or scientific discipline, preferably in oncology. SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred. Nursing Applicant: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred), minimum three years of nursing experience, preferably in oncology, experience in clinical research preferred, current RN licensure in state of practice, current BLCS or ACLS required, OCN, SoCRA or ACRP preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology, nursing assessment, anatomy and physiology, clinical medicine, diagnostic tests, radiology, pathology, pharmacology, hematology, oncology, clinical trials and GCP concepts. Experience with computer data entry and database management. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail 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 are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment. Physical Requirements Regular computer–based work. Standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Other Requirements All qualified candidates must pass a background check and a non-federal drug test (excluding marijuana) after a job offer and prior to hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr