Protocol Specialist , Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department

37371 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Full time

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule:

M-F 8am-5pm. No holidays or weekends. Up to 3 days of remote work allowed per week after successful completion of 90‑day orientation.

Pay Range: $22.90 – $34.35

Performs a variety of specialized duties with regard to assigned research protocol(s) including extracting and editing data, tracking and distributing changes to the protocol(s), coordinating the submission of data, and communicating with staff and faculty members.

High school diploma or GED equivalent with four years of clerical, clinical research or data management experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Coordinates the entry of new patients on to the protocol(s) by gathering patient information and submitting the appropriate paperwork.
• Extracts patient information from medical records charts and other paperwork for submission to coordinating center, including grading of toxicities utilizing standardized protocol charts.
• Edits patient information that has been extracted by ancillary institutions, if applicable. Provides timely reports, quality control feedback, corrections, and necessary training to ancillary institutions.
• Monitors the compliance with protocols by maintaining a detailed knowledge of each protocol administered.
• Communicates with other Protocol Specialists, departments, physicians, nurses, and institutions regarding the patients on the protocol(s).
• Maintains a summary of the status of each research protocol.
• Contacts patients and/or family members regarding the patient's status according to the established time frame.
• Monitors the hospital admissions of patients on the protocol(s) in order to gather and report data in a timely manner.
• Participates in and/or conduct audits concerning the assigned protocol(s).
• Maintains an organized and accurate filing system.
• Attends relevant professional meetings and keep abreast of current developments in the field.

• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with other research personnel
• Knowledge of medical terminology and specific to protocol(s) administered

• Clean, comfortable, office environment
• Possible exposure to infectious and contagious disease
• Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances

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• Base compensation listed within the pay range based on qualifications, skills, experience, and training
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• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

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