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Clinical Research Coordinator/Clinical Research Coordinator, Licensed
Virginia Jobs, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU's sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. All full-time university staff are eligible for our generous benefits package that includes choices for health, vision, and dental coverage, life-insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, flexible spending accounts, tuition benefits, significant paid-time off, 12 paid holidays, and more. Explore our benefits further here: https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/benefits/university-and-academic-professional-benefits/
Summary
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Position Summary: Coordinate various clinical research programs dealing with diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of chronic liver disease and its complications under the direction of physicians within the Hepatology Section. Ensure patient safety is a top priority in conducting clinical trials. Ensure all IRB submissions are complete and submitted on time. Maintain regulatory binders in audit ready state- ensuring all documentation is complete and has been submitted to the IRB. Provide timely and courteous responses to queries from patients, faculty and sponsors. Complete and ensure accurate effort reporting is recorded.
Key Responsibilities include
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Patient Evaluation
o Evaluate patients for eligibility to participate in various programs to treat chronic liver disease. o Review medical records pertaining to these patients.o Present this data to the attending physician group for review.
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Patient Education
o Educate patients concerning natural history of chronic liver disease and its complications. o Educate patients concerning the side effects of specific medications and other treatment of chronic liver disease
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Coordination of Patient Care
o Work with research nurse coordinators at other sites involved in multi-center clinical trials, the Project Manager at the VCU site, and NIH personnel to coordinate care of patients and to ensure consistency in treatment.
-Patient Phone Support
Answer phone questions for patients concerning possible side effects of the treatments they are receiving as well as complications associated with chronic liver disease or any other acute illness. o Assess this information and present to attending physicians within the Hepatology Section as appropriate
-Data Analysis and Presentation
o Complete study collection forms necessary to evaluate effects of treatment of chronic liver disease.o Analyze data with use of the personal computer and produce graphic illustrations of this data. Present this information to the attending physicians of the Hepatology Group
-Risk Management
o Demonstrates a commitment to risk assessment (considering cost, benefit, and impact) o Utilizes identified internal control mechanism. Practices routine verification of the accuracy of data
Minimum Hiring Standard
s:
-RN Licensure Required-Experience with direct patient care-Desire to work independently and closely with patients and physicians Good communication skills-Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
Preferred Qualifications:
-Familiarity with Epic-Familiarity with VCUHS
Position is Open Until FilledThis is a restricted position with no set end date; continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.
ORP Eligible: No
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.
Please note that if you are employed as a university employee working in any of the health system's facilities, you will need to follow VCU Health System policies, which will include but will not be limited to, vaccination requirements.The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
UNIVERSITY JOB CODE: Clinical Research Coordinator 1-3 (34111N-34113N)/Clinical Research Coordinator Licensed 1-3 (34081N-34083N)
Summary
:
Position Summary: Coordinate various clinical research programs dealing with diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of chronic liver disease and its complications under the direction of physicians within the Hepatology Section. Ensure patient safety is a top priority in conducting clinical trials. Ensure all IRB submissions are complete and submitted on time. Maintain regulatory binders in audit ready state- ensuring all documentation is complete and has been submitted to the IRB. Provide timely and courteous responses to queries from patients, faculty and sponsors. Complete and ensure accurate effort reporting is recorded.
Key Responsibilities include
:
-
Patient Evaluation
o Evaluate patients for eligibility to participate in various programs to treat chronic liver disease. o Review medical records pertaining to these patients.o Present this data to the attending physician group for review.
-
Patient Education
o Educate patients concerning natural history of chronic liver disease and its complications. o Educate patients concerning the side effects of specific medications and other treatment of chronic liver disease
-
Coordination of Patient Care
o Work with research nurse coordinators at other sites involved in multi-center clinical trials, the Project Manager at the VCU site, and NIH personnel to coordinate care of patients and to ensure consistency in treatment.
-Patient Phone Support
Answer phone questions for patients concerning possible side effects of the treatments they are receiving as well as complications associated with chronic liver disease or any other acute illness. o Assess this information and present to attending physicians within the Hepatology Section as appropriate
-Data Analysis and Presentation
o Complete study collection forms necessary to evaluate effects of treatment of chronic liver disease.o Analyze data with use of the personal computer and produce graphic illustrations of this data. Present this information to the attending physicians of the Hepatology Group
-Risk Management
o Demonstrates a commitment to risk assessment (considering cost, benefit, and impact) o Utilizes identified internal control mechanism. Practices routine verification of the accuracy of data
Minimum Hiring Standard
s:
-RN Licensure Required-Experience with direct patient care-Desire to work independently and closely with patients and physicians Good communication skills-Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
Preferred Qualifications:
-Familiarity with Epic-Familiarity with VCUHS
Position is Open Until FilledThis is a restricted position with no set end date; continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.
ORP Eligible: No
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.
Please note that if you are employed as a university employee working in any of the health system's facilities, you will need to follow VCU Health System policies, which will include but will not be limited to, vaccination requirements.The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
UNIVERSITY JOB CODE: Clinical Research Coordinator 1-3 (34111N-34113N)/Clinical Research Coordinator Licensed 1-3 (34081N-34083N)