Clinical Services Coordinator

Clinical Services Coordinator

Location: San Diego, CA Duration: 3 months potential for extension and/or conversion. Shift time: Standard shift Pay rate: $31/hr. on w2 Key Requirements and Duties: The Clinical Pathology Coordinator 1 (CPC) will report to the Clinical Pathology Supervisor and will support the clinical review process for the Breast Cancer Index (BCI) test in compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Reviews and analyzes all documents (pathology reports, chart notes, and imaging reports) to confirm accuracy of clinical data and eligibility for BCI testing
• Identifies discrepancies in clinical data or documents and communicates those discrepancies in a clear and effective manner with internal staff (and potentially to external clients as needed)
• Ensures BCI orders are reviewed in a timely manner and prioritizes Rush and Follow-Up clinical reviews
• Determines which specimen is most appropriate for testing and indicates to Client Services when to request the tissue specimen from pathology
• Identifies orders that are not clinically validated for BCI and need to be Cancelled
• Escalates issues as needed to Clinical Pathology Supervisor or onsite Pathologist for resolution

Other:

• Works well in a cross-functional team environment with meticulous attention to detail, strong data entry skills, excellent communication skills, and strong organizational skills
• The data being reviewed is complex medical and clinical information and will require knowledge of medical terminology
• High level of integrity in resolving discrepancies and proactively improving operational efficiencies
• Focuses on maintaining accurate and efficient clinical reviews
• Work schedule may be modified to meet operational requirements
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Education/ Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in the Sciences required.
• 1+ years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Analytical, good problem-solving skills, and has a strong detail-oriented approach to performing tasks.
• Proficient knowledge and experience with Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and technologically savvy.