Clinical Research Specialist - Houston, United States - Houston Methodist Academic Institute

Houston Methodist Academic Institute

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Houston, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

At Houston Methodist, the Clinical Research Specialist position is responsible for supporting multiple projects under supervision of Clinical Trial Manager which may include clinical research protocols, gathering patient data via methods specified in the study protocol, study reports.

This position ensures accurate data collection, documentation organization, and safety of study volunteers.

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Supports the interprofessional team of clinical research investigators, nurses and coordinators. Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, teamfocused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results.
Conducts self in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity, equity and inclusion principles. Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peertopeer accountability

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs clinical research support functions as assigned by the clinical trial manager including but not limited to informed consent for noninterventional studies, data abstraction and recording in CRFs
Makes phone calls to study patients for appointment reminders and followup
Transports blood and tissue samples. Processes and packages lab samples for shipping to sponsor or storage at site per the study manual of operations.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Completes required case report forms and resolves queries. Ensures accurate data collection, documentation organization, and safety of study volunteers. Ensures accurate regulatory filing
Assists Clinical Trial Manager in identifying opportunities research work flow process improvement, providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assures study conduct meets appropriate IRB, FDA, ICH and agency guidelines
Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Selfmotivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist in simple data analysis, with development of training materials for data reports, systems and collection and report generation
Leads and identifies opportunities for performance improvement. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes
Seeks opportunities to identify selfdevelopment needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned.

Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in health sciencerelated field

WORK EXPERIENCE

One year experience in healthcare setting preferred
Research setting preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing 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
Exhibits good listening skills
Ability to work independently and analyze and solve problems
Demonstrates the ability to manage clinical and interpersonal situations
Able to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects
Selfmotivated with the ability to think critically and work independently

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE
Uniform No

Scrubs Yes
Business professional Yes
Other (department approved) No

ON-CALL
- _Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below._

On Call

TRAVEL:

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Travel specifications may vary by department_

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes

May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Academic Institute oversees the Education Institute and Research Institute, including 772 faculty and 56,250 learners.

The Academic Institute aligns our research and education initiatives in service to the clinical mission, providing solutions that answer the call for new technologies and skills our clinicians need for patient care.

Houston Methodist Education Institute coordinates our primary academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and other joint programs, including the Engineering Medicine Program at Texas A&M University Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine.

The Education Institute also overse