Clinical Research Associate- Iowa Research- Mercy Medical Center

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Clinical Research Associate- Iowa Research- Mercy Medical Center (M-F: 8am-4pm)','Full-time','Administrative and Clerical','8a-4p','8a-4p','80','80','None','None','IOWA-DES MOINES-MERCY MEDICAL CENTER','','!*!GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Clinical Research Associate
(CRA) coordinates the collection, evaluation and processing of clinical trial
data.  The CRA acts as a liaison among
the Cancer Center team, local physicians, departments, and other clinical
entities.  Responsible for following the
standards and practices of Mercy Medical Center / Mercy Cancer Center and of
the CHI Institute for Research & Innovation (CIRI). 



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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Submits each protocol to the Central Institutional
Review Board (CIRB) as well as any amendments that require CIRB approval.

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Maintains an updated list of all available
protocols and informs the physicians and nurse practitioners of available
protocols.

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Screens patients for potential eligibility to
clinical trials.  Confirms eligibility
requirements of patients prior to entry on protocol.  Maintains screening log; prepares reports for
cancer committee.

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Gathers supporting documents to accompany the
on-study forms, collects necessary data for protocols, enters data on the
correct forms, ensures that required tests are performed at the correct time,
and performs quality control checks as required on all data.

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Responsible for all required follow-up data for
patients on clinical trials such as: associated toxicities, response
information, treatment information, as well as any other data required by the
protocol.

·        
Performs necessary patient contact to obtain
consent and maintain clear communication throughout the trial enrollment
process.

·        
Ship human specimens (i.e. blood, urine, tissue)
according to federal regulations as required by protocol.

·        
Submits all appropriate data, as required by
protocol, in the time period indicated by each protocol.

·        
Maintains patient appropriate research data
within research department and patients’ medical record.

·        
Registers necessary personnel with the clinical
trials office.

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Prepares for and participates in the scheduled
national audits of all records related to clinical trials.

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Coordinates the billing requirements/regulations
with necessary departments and personnel.

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Maintains knowledge of current trends and
developments in the field of Clinical Trials by reading appropriate books,
journals, and other literature and attending related meetings, conferences,
seminars and the like.

·        
Obtains certified clinical research associate
within 3 years of employment.

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Assist in additional research related tasks as
required by department.

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Obtain and maintain necessary training to
perform shipping of hazardous materials and human research subject protection.

                                                                                              

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

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Performs
other related work as required.','!*!MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

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Associate’s
degree from an accredited institution.

·        
Licensed
Practical Nurse (LPN) preferred. 

·        
Two years of oncology research experience preferred. 

·        
Valid
Iowa Driver’s/Chauffeurs License required, must meet Mercy’s Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards, must be at least 18 years of age and be eligible to drive per
Iowa state law.

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Proof of
completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within
three (3) months of hire.

·        
Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider
certified or obtained by the end
of the orientation period (approximately six (6) weeks).

·        
Ability
to read and write in order to coordinate the collection, evaluation, and
processing of clinical trial data, interpret medical documentation and test
results, and have computer/internet skills.  ','We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.','2017-R0136437','Mercy Medical Center','Clinical Research Associate- Iowa Research- Mercy Medical Center (M-F: 8am-4pm)

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