Clinical Research Assistant, Senior

Overview : Under general supervision, initiates and / or maintains accurate and current logs of all patients referred for participation in clinical research. Collects data from initial patient contact through course of therapy and long-term follow up. Performs all clerical, administrative, and data management functions for the department. May assist with direct patient care, laboratory services, and maintenance of supplies duties as they relate to Clinical Research. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Responsibilities :

• Enters all pertinent data in computer system in a timely manner as outlined by department guidelines.
• Generates custom reports to review patient progress, as well as for research and marketing purposes.
• Collects patient data from initial patient contact through course of therapy, rehabilitation, and long-term care.
• Maintains patient data files in an organized manner for easy retrieval and review.
• Prepares patient records for audits by regulatory, accrediting, and research organizations.
• Assists with scheduling consultations, diagnostic tests or procedures, and future appointments for patients with physicians as requested.
• May assist physicians and nurses with direct patient care including vital signs and assisting in procedures.
• May assist with collecting and processing specimens for research purposes.
• May maintain supplies, drugs and storage facilities for clinical research as appropriate.

Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent required. Three years of medical office experience preferred. Oncology experience preferred. Business Experience - Experience in Microsoft Office Experience with computer data entry and database management preferred Specialized Knowledge / Skills - Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent organizational skills Attention to details and accuracy

Working Conditions : Environment (Office, warehouse, etc.) Traditional clinic office environment. 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to conditions typical in a medical office setting. Potential for exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.) Large percent of time performing computer-based work is required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to experience prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and vision correctable to 20 / 20. Requires occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds. ? (This description is general in nature and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned as needed to meet company goals.)