Clinical Research Coordinator - Tasks
Often the job titles are vague in clinical research, one example is the role of a clinical research coordinator.Clinical Research Coordinators provide support, coordination and leadership for drug/device studies for Phase I, II, III, and IV clinical trials. Responsibilities :
Ensure progress of clinical studies from the planning and approval stages through completion of study and post-study closure.
Prepare documentation for submission for review by the IRB, recruit and screen study participants, coordinate their clinical treatment and follow-up care, and help facilitate their compliance to trial
Abstract data from medical records and other sources
Collect, submit and maintain study data and regulatory documents
Develop and ensure compliance with study protocol
Participate in the planning, development, and budgeting for clinical studies.
Required skill and training
Knowledge of Medical Terminology such as Body Systems & Diseases
Legal Aspects of Health Information (ex: confidentiality)
Project Management
Intro to Clinical Research
Intro to Health Records
Legal and Regulatory Research Compliance
Research Design
Data Management
Clinical Research Site Management