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    Research Assistant - Eugene, United States - US Oncology, Inc.

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    Research Assistant


    Willamette Valley Cancer Institute and Research Center is looking for a Research Assistant to support the Clinical Trial Research department at our Eugene, OR location.

    Clinical Trial Research is a unique offering that WVCI provides for the Willamette Valley community and is made easier by their involvement in the US Oncology Network.

    Research helps the Providers at WVCI have access to more tools to aid their patients on their Cancer Care Journey.

    With over 85 new pharmaceuticals on the market from US Oncology Research Studies, this position will be on the front line of new and innovative breakthroughs.

    Responsible for the administrative support of the department and researchers, this entry level positions requires strong organization, computer software navigation, and communication skills.

    While experience in a lab setting - performing testing and other bench processing work - can be useful, only around 25% of the position's responsibilities - mainly surrounding the processing of laboratory kits.

    Previous lab experience is a plus, but not required for success of the role.

    The general pay scale for this position at WVCI is $18.00-$22.47.

    The actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to:
    prior work experience, education, job/position responsibilities, location, work performance, etc.

    Employment Type:
    Full Time, 1.0 FTE (40 hrs/week)


    Benefits:
    M/D/V, Life Ins., 401(k)


    Location:
    Eugene, OR

    Responsibilities


    • Trains on specific laboratory aspects of all clinical trials to ensure all lab requisition, paperwork and collection supplies are completed accurately. Assures lab staff has kits accessible for patient visits and have training on correct processing of samples.
    • Timely packing and shipping of above lab sample.
    • Timely reconciliation of any queries related to the research labs.
    • Maintains patient data files in an organized manner for easy retrieval and review.
    • Collects patient data from initial patient contact through course of therapy, rehabilitation, and long-term care.
    • Assists with scheduling and/or following up on consultations, diagnostic tests or procedures, and future appointments for patients with physicians as requested.
    • Prepares patient records for audits by regulatory, accrediting, and research organizations.
    • Maintains supplies and storage facilities for clinical research as appropriate.
    • May enter some pertinent data in computer system in a timely manner as outlined by department guidelines.
    • May assist physicians and nurses with direct patient care including vital signs and assisting in procedures.
    • May assist with collecting and processing specimens for research purposes.
    Qualifications


    • High school diploma or equivalent required
    • 1 year medical office experience, oncology experience preferred

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:


    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination and the ability to read and note appropriate measurements.

    Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.

    The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.


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