Clinical Research Coordinator

Company : Dialysis Clinic, Inc.

Overview:

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our mission states “the care of the patient is our reason for existence,” and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care and offer paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, Sundays off and a strong culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in our comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers.

Clinical Research Coordinators provide support, coordination and leadership for drug/device studies that may involve industry-sponsored Phase I, II, III, and IV clinical trials; government-funded clinical research, and investigator-initiated clinical research (collectively referred to as “clinical research involving human subjects”).  They ensure smooth, accurate progress of clinical studies from the planning and approval stages through study completion and post-study closure.  They prepare documentation for submission for review by the Institutional Review Board (IRB), recruit and screen study participants, schedule clinical treatment and follow-up care, and facilitate patient’s continued participation; abstract data from medical records and other sources; collect, submit and maintain study data and regulatory documents, and ensure compliance with study protocols in order to provide consistent and quality data.  Provide superior healthcare utilizing medical knowledge and clinical skills throughout each clinical trial.

Schedule: Full-time, typical schedule is five 8-hour shifts, Monday – Friday

Compensation: Minimum salary starts at $45K with flexibility regarding starting salary based on experience and education

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
• Life and long-term care insurance provided at no additional expense to employee
• Paid time off (PTO) including holidays
• Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO – paid time for doctor appointments, sickness or medical leave
• Retirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percent
• Education reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• Among others

Responsibilities:

What You Can Expect:

• Ensure compliance with the clinical trial protocol and overall objectives of the study including the collection, preparation, maintenance, and submission of numerous study documents: Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, RESUME's, medical licenses, case report form(s), regulatory documents binder, electronic data capture, etc.) as applicable.
• Perform detailed medical chart review and patient interview to ensure patient qualifies to be enrolled in the study.
• Manage informed consent process and ensure confidentiality practices are consistent with regulatory and study guidelines.
• Meet enrollment goals as directed by DCICR Director.
• Maintain a strong relationship with subjects involved in clinical trials and ensure that their rights as subjects are protected.
• Coordinate and perform study visits/procedures (vital signs, EKG's, BIA, medical history, lab procedures, etc.) per qualification and per protocol.
• Log and inform Principal Investigator (PI) of any possible adverse reactions or serious adverse events in a timely manner.
• Maintain study logs, IRB forms and Regulatory Binders for each clinical trial.
• Maintain a strong relationship with and be available to investigators and research, dialysis, and practice staff to ensure subject safety and compliance with the clinical trial protocol.
• Participate in routine monitoring visits from Sponsor and/or FDA audits.
• Conduct clinical trials in 2 or more outpatient dialysis units as needed.
• Coordinate multiple trials.
• Work flexible hours in order to accommodate study visits and perform job functions as needed.
• Travel overnight for Investigator Meetings as required.
• Work independently with limited supervision.
• Maintain and follow up with all research documentation and data involved in coordinating a clinical trial and/or multiple clinical trials in a timely manner to provide quality data and/or information.
• Other responsibilities as defined by DCICR Director and/or DCICR Clinical Manager.

Qualifications:

Successful Candidates Bring:

• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated clinical excellence
• Desire to collaborate with care teams
• Ability to problem solve

Education/Training:

• An individual with at least 2 years of experience conducting clinical trials or an individual currently employed in the medical field; dialysis experience preferred.

• Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and be willing to travel to multiple DCI clinics within a given territory. 

DCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

DCI’s Differentiator:
Since opening the first clinic 50 years ago in Nashville, Tenn., our Dialysis Clinic, Inc. family has grown to be the nation’s largest nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. DCI invests in our care teams and funds research to further kidney care and treatment options. DCI prioritizes a holistic approach and offers hemodialysis, home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. We empower patients to live meaningful and productive lives while also delivering high quality kidney care, saving lives and reducing hospitalizations. Learn more about DCI and see if we’re hiring in a clinic near you! www.dciinc.jobs

DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.  If you are having difficulty using the online application system or would like to request other accommodations or application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at (url removed) or (phone number removed). Once a request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.

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