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Job Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Clinical Research Biopsy Coordinator II (Biopsy CRC) works closely with the clinical research study teams to coordinate and process biopsy specimens for clinical research subjects. The primary role of this position is to assume the responsibility for coordination of the scheduling of tissue procurement within the various clinical trial timelines and ensure that the tissue procurement and processing is carried out per clinical trial laboratory manual specifications. Additional major responsibilities include assisting with sample management, including receipt, local transport, and packaging for shipment, and quality assurance functions

 

Qualifications

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The Biopsy CRC reports directly to the Clinical Research Manager for overall job performance.  For day-to-day responsibilities, they work directly with the disease-based clinical research study team.
 

The following job duties will be performed independently:

Have comprehensive knowledge of all assigned protocolsUtilize protocol specific flow charts, intake sheets and other tools as needed to ensure protocol compliance and proper data acquisition as provided by various study teamsCoordinate and communicate biopsy appointments with physicians, nurses and all test areas in a timely mannerCoordinate, obtain, process, and ship (e.g. utilization of specific packaging and ensuring proper handling and shipping of samples) all protocol required tissue samplesMaintain accurate patient research files and records of sample procurement Coordinate location of specific study supplies with study team and utilizes study specific supplies as requiredAssist primary CRA of each study with data management tasks as neededAssist with the quality assurance review of biopsy/tissue data   May assist with, or perform, any other tasks related to biopsy collections for Cancer Center Investigator tissue procurement projects.   May participate in phone contact with study participants as delegated by Research Nurses

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: 

Ability to work independently and as a team memberAnalytical skills and ability to resolve problemsWorking knowledge of medical terminologyWorking knowledge of various computer applications in order to maintain accurate databases as necessaryAbility to correctly perform tissue handling tasks described in written instructions and Standard Operating ProceduresExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent organizational skills

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS (if applicable): 

None

EDUCATION:

BA/BS degree required

EXPERIENCE:

No experience required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable):

May assist with orientation and training of new staff

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable):

None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Duties will be performed in an ambulatory office, infusion unit setting and interventional radiology procedure areas .

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

55 Fruit Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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