Clinical Research Coordinator

Concentric Methods is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to join our team in Baltimore, MD in support of the NIH.

Responsibilities:

• Administer the Physical Performance Battery to research participants as guided by existing policies, procedures, directions, orders, and other guidance.
• Assess participant eligibility for these measures; ensure that proper technique for the testing is performed consistently each time; maintain operation of equipment and refer malfunctions to proper personnel quickly for remediation; accurately enter data collected into online system.
• Conduct the Grip Strength test on research participants; ensure that proper technique for the testing is performed consistently each time; maintain operation of equipment and refer malfunctions to proper personnel quickly for remediation; accurately enter data collected into online system.
• Train new staff to ensure consistency and accuracy of physical performance measurements; contractor shall perform annual refresher training and skills update for all medical staff; and contractor shall maintain physical performance equipment including but not limited to repairs as necessary and annual calibrations.
• Administer Visual Function Battery as guided by existing policies, procedures, directions, orders, and other guidance.
• Operate eye refraction machine to assess visual acuity. Assess participant eligibility and ensure that proper technique for the testing is performed consistently each time; maintain operation of equipment and refer malfunctions to proper personnel quickly for remediation; accurately enter data collected into online system.
• Obtain fundus photos by operating the TRC NW400 Non-Mydriatic fundus camera TOPCON, the Optoview Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) machine and/or the Maestro 2 camera with the OCT-A module. Assess participant eligibility and ensure that proper technique for the testing is performed consistently each time; maintain operation of equipment and refer malfunctions to proper personnel quickly for remediation; accurately enter data collected into online system.; accurately enter data collected into online system.
• Phlebotomy and Sample Processing as guided by existing policies, procedures, directions, orders, and other guidance.
• Coordinate all aspects of daily operations in the collection of biomaterials on the mobileresearch
• Coordinate the collection of data and materials with the HANDLS physician considering staffing and schedule of participants Prepare ID labels for participant visits.
• Enter hematology and chemistry orders for laboratory testing using the Quest Diagnostics electronic requisition system.
• Fax daily transmittal order forms to the NIA Clinical Core Laboratory.
• Perform venipuncture to collect blood from participants.
• Process blood, saliva, toenail, skin swab, and urine samples from participants; prepare for clinical laboratory testing or processing and storage for biomaterials banking.
• Ensure clear communication with staff clinician to clarify requests for blood draws; consult with study clinician when insufficient sample is drawn to determine priorities for certain tests, comply with verbal orders on a STAT basis.
• Observe strict “Universal Precautions” during all participant contact when drawing blood and collecting samples.
• Observe participants while performing venipuncture for signs of anxiety, lightheadedness, or actual blackout; report any signs of bleeding or abnormal conditions to nursing staff or study physician.
• Perform finger stick glucometer testing and other micro-volume samples that require specialized equipment and skillful techniques.
• Obtain pulse oximeter reading on select participants.
• Review specimens to ensure they are labeled correctly, contain suitable specimens, and are in the correct quantity and type for the number and type of tests ordered.
• Comply with biohazard guidelines and procedures for the disposal of needles.
• Work with staff on biohazard spill clean-up.
• Maintain competency certification to demonstrate knowledge of all processes involved in obtaining and processing participant specimens.
• Clinical Duties as guided by existing policies, procedures, directions, orders, and other guidance.
• Obtain informed consent from study participants.
• Perform HIV pre- and post-test counseling.
• Obtain vital signs: blood pressure, pulse, respiration.
• Participate as a member of the MRV Emergency Code Team.
• Perform intake procedures (screening assessments) for research participants.
• Assist needs of participants. Transport participants in wheelchairs from their personal vehicle or the government transport vehicle to and between medical research vehicles (MRVs). Provide support while moving participants on or off examination tables and/or when transferring participants from room to room or between MRVs. For example, participants may require assistance in standing from a seated position; participants will need assistance and close supervision climbing stairs; or participants may require assistance in walking.
• Assist participants in positioning for examinations. For example, participants may need help achieving suitable alignment for bone mineral density studies by DXA.
• Provide patience and compassion in dealing with participants who may be frail, ill or disabled.
• Medically monitor participants for signs and symptoms of distress.
• First aid (including minor wound care) if necessary.
• Maintain all clinically relevant training certificates, including but not limited to Basic Life Support and HIV/AIDS Counselor certifications.
• Transport medical documents to participants’ homes or physicians’ offices, as needed, escorted by security.
• Cross-training in other duties to include as guided by existing policies, procedures, directions, orders, and other guidance.
• Management of MRV inventory for medical, laundry, and office supplies by communicating needs to the Biomedical Research center HANDLS Staff and the Clinical Unit of NIA at Harbor Hospital.
• Perform EKGs.
• Prepare phlebotomy room for daily blood draws.
• Prepare tubes for blood collection grouped in accordance with protocol.
• Daily Quality Control Assessments: glucometer, defibrillator, refrigerators, oxygen tanks, pregnancy test kits.
• Preparation of participant bags: gowns, booties, sheets.
• Administering of the HANDLS medical history using MRVWeb.
• Supports clinical staff develop, implement, and maintain Clinical Research data files and materials.
• Assist researchers with study testing, observations data entry and other duties associated with study sessions.
• Collects research data and prepares information for inputs and analysis.
• Verify study participant information and collect data and results of testing.
• Enter data into research databases, systems, and applications for ongoing studies.
• Provides assistance to staff in the collection, development, and quality control of essential Clinical Research efforts.
• Participate in coordination and management of most daily activities of the study and ensure that study activities follow established protocol, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and utilizes approved forms, templates, and practices.
• Supports clinical staff develop, implement, and maintain Clinical Research data files and materials.
• Assist researchers with study testing, observations data entry, and other duties associated with study sessions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• LPN or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA)
• A Bachelor's Degree is not needed
• Previous experience in any of the following :Clinical trials, research protocols, data collection, human subjects recruitment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Clinical research: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CNA (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
• LPN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person