Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)

Overview Join Our Team at Maryland Oncology Hematology! We are looking for passionate and talented professionals to join our team in providing exceptional cancer care. If you're dedicated to making a difference for patients, physicians, and colleagues, we want to hear from you! With 15+ locations across Maryland and DC, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow and thrive. General pay scale: $51,545 - $88,987 per year. Actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors including but not limited to prior work experience, education, job/position responsibilities, location, work performance, etc. Responsible for supporting the management and coordination of tasks for multiple clinical research studies to include screening patients for eligibility and participating in the subject’s study visits and required activities per protocol. Duties include ensuring protocol compliance for all patients enrolled in the trial, participation in the informed consent process, performing ongoing assessments and documentation in collaboration with physicians and other providers, and participation in required training and education. Assures site research quality by practicing in compliance with US Oncology Research, Inc. (USOR) Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and applicable federal, state, and local regulations through OSHA, CDC and HIPPA. Supports and adheres to US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics Business Standards. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Screens potential participants for protocol eligibility. Presents trial concepts and details to participants, participates in the informed consent process, and enrolls participants into clinical trials. Coordinates participant care in compliance with protocol requirements. May disburse investigational product and maintain accountability records. Oversees preparation of orders by providers to ensure protocol compliance. Packages and ships laboratory specimens to central vendors as applicable. Completion of Hazmat and/or IATA training may be required. In collaboration with providers, reviews participants for changes in condition, adverse events, concomitant medications, protocol compliance, and response to study treatment. Thoroughly documents all findings and participates in data collection. Prepares study‑related documentation, including protocol worksheets, adverse event reports, institutional review board (IRB) documents, and annual continuing review reports. Maintains regulatory documents in accordance with organizational SOPs and applicable regulations. May assist with scheduling monitoring and auditing visits, and interact with monitors/auditors as needed. May collaborate with research leadership in study selection processes. Participates in required training and education programs. May contribute to education of clinical staff regarding research procedures. Works with staff to develop action plans and performance improvement initiatives to enhance quality. May compile and report protocol activity, enrollment trends, data entry compliance, and research financial information to practice leadership and providers. May review protocol‑specific billing guides and submit billing information to the appropriate personnel. Qualifications Minimum Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) Education/Training Associate’s degree in a clinical or scientific discipline required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum three years of experience in a clinical or scientific field required. SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred. Business Experience Experience with Microsoft Office applications. Experience working with physicians preferred. Experience in clinical research preferred. Specialized Knowledge/Skills Excellent communication skills. Strong organizational abilities. Ability to multi‑task effectively. Strong time‑management skills. High level of interpersonal skills to interact with individuals at various levels. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. May be responsible for basic clinical assessments. Working Conditions Environment Traditional office and clinical environment. The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee may encounter while performing essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medical preparations, and other conditions common to a clinical research environment. Physical Requirements Significant amount of computer‑based work required. Requires standing and walking for extended periods. Occasionally lifts and carries items up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing within normal range. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This description is general in nature and is not intended to list every responsibility. Other duties may be assigned as needed to meet organizational goals. Location: GW Medical Faculty Associates, 2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20037. #J-18808-Ljbffr