Research Coordinator III - Transplant

At Houston Methodist, the Research Coordinator III position is responsible for coordinating the drive on multiple clinical research projects and/or for multiple Principal Investigators (PI), gathering patient data via methods specified in the study protocol and providing general administrative duties in support of the study. This position evaluates results of (or response to) process; summarizes data; may provide guidance to other level coordinators.

FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree Master’s degree preferred EXPERIENCE Five years of clinical research-related experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required Must have one of the following: • CCRC - Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (ACRP) • CCRP - Certified Clinical Research Professional (SOCRA) KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles Ability to work independently Capable of handling challenging/difficult situations Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average analytical skills Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assists with training all clinical research personnel regarding enrollment/recruitment protocols and processes, identifying and clinical research subjects; monitors enrollment goals and modifies recruitment strategies, as necessary.

Precepts new clinical research staff and educates staff regarding scientific aspects of studies. Serves as a resource for the clinical research staff. Role models excellent, clear and professional communication skills to achieve mutual understanding and problem resolution. Demonstrates a positive work environment and contributes to a team-focused work environment that actively helps one another achieve department goals. Collaborates with all members of the research team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent information as it relates to assigned system(s) in a comprehensive manner.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Participates in the Principal Investigator (PI) meetings and in-services with nurses and physicians. Organizes and participates in pre-site and site initiation visits. Completes initial…

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