Research Coordinator I

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Research Coordinator I, responsible for coordinating research activities, ensuring data accuracy, and supporting patient eligibility assessments. This entry-level role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful research in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Two years' research experience required.
• Sufficient proficiency in English necessary for job functions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates day-to-day activities of research protocols.
• Conducts screening and interviews to evaluate patient eligibility.

Skills

Communication

Data Entry

Judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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At Houston Methodist, the Research Coordinator position is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day activities of research protocols as well as assessing and determining qualification of patients for research studies. This position ensures accurate data collection, documentation, organization and safety of research participants.

People Essential Functions

• Under the direction of higher level staff, conducts screening and interviews to evaluate patient eligibility in study.
• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent information as it relates to assigned system(s) in a comprehensive manner.
• Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement.
  
  

Service Essential Functions

• Responds promptly and accurately to customer complaints, inquiries, and requests for information and coordinate appropriate follow-up calls and/or appointments.
• Schedules research subject appointments for tests and procedures, such as laboratory tests, x-rays, and other studies specific for the research protocol.
• Compiles patient information, process, document and enter accurate information in Source Documents, Case Report Forms, Electronic Data Capture portals and Clinical Trial Management System following established procedures.
  
  

Quality/Safety Essential Functions

• Maintains records for clinical study and regulatory documents.
• Under the direction of Research Nurse/Clinical Trial Manager/Physician, captures and reports Adverse Events (A/E) or Serious Adverse Events (SAE) to necessary regulatory authorities.
• Assists management with research records and regulatory maintenance.
  
  

Finance Essential Functions

• Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Evaluates and reports on inventory levels. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
• Maintains inventory of supplies necessary for the study.
  
  

Growth/Innovation Essential Functions

• Maintains working knowledge of the research process and in the conduct of IRB approved research protocols. Follows International Conference on Harmonization (ICH)/Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going 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
  
  

Work Experience

• Two years' research experience
  
  

Licenses And Certifications - Required

• N/A
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, 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
• Sufficient in clinical and research data entry
• Capable of handling challenging/difficult situations
• Demonstrates sound judgment and executes analytical skills
  
  

Supplemental Requirements

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform No
• Scrubs Yes
• Business professional No
• Other (department approved) Yes
  
  

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* No
  
  

TRAVEL**

• Travel specifications may vary by department**
• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
  
  

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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