Job Description
Job Description
Enjoy what you do while contributing to a company that makes a difference in people’s lives. Florida Reproductive Specialists by IVF Florida is backed by one of the premier fertility centers in the United States. We continually seek experienced, compassionate, and dynamic team players who are committed to delivering exceptional patient care to join our growing practice. The work we do building families offers stimulation, challenge, and personal reward.
The Clinical Research Coordinator works under the immediate direction and supervision of the principal investigator and collaboratively with the Clinical Operations Department and the Practice to provide timely, proficient services for all patients whose research activities are conducted under FDA and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines. Implements, coordinates, and maintains all research projects approved by the Practice.
We have a full-time opening for a Clinical Research Coordinator to join the team at our Pembroke Pines, FL office. The schedule is Monday-Friday 7 : 30am-4 : 00pm, with the ability to float to the Margate office as needed.
How You'll Contribute :
We always do whatever it takes, even if it isn't specifically our "job." In general, the Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for :
I. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Research :
- Assists with investigational study selection and project negotiation, including initial site / sponsor correspondence, budget preparation, regulatory document preparations for protocol and IRB submission
- Provides quality clinical care and educates patients on the fertility process
- Performs clinical activities and administrative work in support of the research study
- Attends required study meetings and remains current on procedures & protocols
- Develops standard study operation procedures for IVF Florida
- Provides training tools and information for Nurses, Medical Assistants, Sonographers, and other clinical & administrative staff as needed
- Conducts study consultations with patients
- Obtains and maintains informed consents
- Maintains and completes data collection
- Dispenses medications and maintains investigational product accountability
- Prepares for and coordinates CRI site visits and inspections
- Handles regulatory reporting including adverse events and case report forms
Clinical / Technical :
Participates in medication administrationPerforms routine patient assessment if needed (height, weight, vital signs, etc.)Assists physicians with procedures, exams as neededDocuments patient care services by charting in patient and department records including the FERT Clinical Information SystemMaintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations, and calling for assistance from other health care support personnel when appropriateProtects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication storage procedures, and controlled substance regulationsEnsures operation of equipment by following manufacturer’s instructions. Reports problems or malfunctions to appropriate staff memberPatient Interaction :
Provides patient / couple counseling, OI / IVF procedure teaching, and scheduling of treatment after initial and follow up visits for study patientsCoordinates patient treatment plans in conjunction with established clinical protocolsMonitors cycling visits for study patients including : medication instruction (schedule, dosage and administration), anticipatory guidance, and clarification of physician instructionsCommunicates physician and RN orders and instructionsCommunicates laboratory results with appropriate interpretation and explanationCoordinates scheduling of cycles and procedures with study patient and appropriate staff (financial, labs, OR supervisor, etc.)Monitors for scheduling of ER, ET, and other in-house surgical procedures for study patients as needed. Provides pre and post op educationEstablishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to patients and patients’ familiesAssures quality care by adhering to therapeutic standards; follows physician practice and nursing division philosophies, as well as standards of care set by the state and other governing agency regulationsTeam Communication :
1. Clinical Operations Department
Provides appropriate documentation of patient care via FERT Clinical Information System and other forms as neededReviews and abstracts patient recordsAccepts resource assignment; assists all staff with information of area assignedWorks weekends and holidays as needed2. Practice
Makes referrals to other team membersAttends meetings as assigned; communicates issues where appropriateCooperates, interfaces and works independently to assure the program goals are achievedAdministrative :
Oversees assigned staff within a designated area of a Department’s operationsHelps to plan and organize the responsibilities of assigned staff to increase efficiency and best utilize the staffs’ skills and abilitiesHelps to set goals for assigned staff and motivates staff to accomplish the goalsEnsures adequate staffing and that assigned staff are present and workingAssists with interviewing potential employeesAssists with time keeping and payroll duties. Tracks leave requests to ensure proper documentation of employee’s time. Maintains calendar, recording staff leave dates to monitor for adequate coverage of teams and / or officesSupervises and redirects assigned staff as needed to improve operational efficiencies and service deliveryAssists with processing patient or program incidents within designated area and helps to prepare necessary documentationAssists in the orientation of new staff and training existing staff on new or revised program policies and procedures. Plans for in- services / educational opportunitiesUnder the direction of the Director, conducts individual supervision / counseling sessions for assigned staff and completes all necessary documentationWrites and administers performance appraisal evaluations for assigned staff under the supervision of the DirectorWorks with assigned staff to correct performance problems using SGF Services’ established systemAssists in addressing and resolving day-to-day issues that pertain to the research departmentAttends all required management and financial meetingsProfessional Development :
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networksParticipates in professional societiesFollows all state regulations regarding professional license as applicableII. CONFIDENTIAL AND SENSITIVE INFORMATION
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping all patient information confidentialIII. SCOPE OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Utilizes financial department to provide appropriate information to patients and ensures that patients are financially cleared after beginning of treatmentWhat You'll Bring :
The skills and education we need are :
Graduate of an accredit college / university with a Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline or health related field OR an Associate Degree in a scientific discipline or health related field and three years experience is requiredMinimum 3 years’ experience in women’s health and infertility experience preferredRegistered Nurse preferredCertified Clinical Research Coordinator (ACRP or SOCRA) or minimum of 2 years experience and training in the conduct of clinical research studies (IRB submissions, reporting, source documentation & trial management) preferredAbility to access, input, and retrieve information from a computerCurrent CPR certification, or acquire within 1 month of employmentKnowledge of office procedures and office machines (i.e. computer, fax, copier, etc.)Ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team and autonomouslyAbility to communicate accurately and concisely; excellent interpersonal skillsProven ability to meet deadlines and follow-through on projectsAbility to work independently to manage a caseload of patientsMore important than the best skills, however, is the right person. Employees who embrace our mission, vision, and core values are highly successful.
What We Offer :
We are proud to provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package tailored to support the needs of our team members across all employment types :
Full-Time Employees (30+ hours / week) :Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance, performance-based bonus opportunities, generous paid time off, and paid holidays
Part-Time Employees :401(k) with company match and performance-based bonus opportunities
Per Diem Employees :401(k) with company match
At Florida Reproductive Specialists by IVF Florida, we promote and develop individual strengths to help staff grow personally and professionally. Our core values - Empathy, Patient Focus, Integrity, Commitment, and Compassion (EPICC) – guide us daily to work hard and enjoy what we do. We’re committed to growing our practice and are always looking to promote from within. This is an ideal time to join our team!
To learn more about our company and culture, visit here.
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