Research & Genetics Navigator - Dunklin Jones Cancer Center

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Full Time Non-Management Jefferson Regional Cancer Center, Pine Bluff, AR, US

What You Should Know About the Research and Genetics Navigator Role:

• May require an adjustment of schedule to accommodate departmental need.
• This position is based within Jefferson Regional Practice Management
• In this unique setting, daily interactions with a diverse clientele, including hospital staff, physicians, and visitors, are expected.

Job Summary:

The Research and Genetics Navigator collaborates with other clinical research and genetic science professionals. They meet with patients to gather information about medical history for diagnostic purposes. This role performs examinations, genetic test, and clinical research for diagnostic purpose. The Research and Genetics Navigator provides genetic counseling and clinical research education and consent to patients and providers.

Research and Genetics Navigator

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Graduate from an accredited nursing program preferred
• BLS Required upon hire or within 30 days of hire.
• Genetic Certification preferred.
• NIDA GCP Certification will be required within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to speak a second language is an asset, but not required.
• Skilled with standard computer programs including the MS Office suite and clinical trial database infrastructure preferred.
• Prior experience in training and mentoring staff members is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able present professionally clinical trial information to large groups.
• Superior organizational and time management skills
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision and also as part of a team
• Understanding of medical terminology as well as standard clinical procedures and protocols
• Prior clinical research preferred and hands on patient service experience is required

Benefits & Perks - your health and happiness matters! We offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Matching Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And much, much, more!

Jefferson Regional complies with applicable Federal Civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

* Safety Sensitive Position Definition:
The essential duties of the job require the employee to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness, or death. This position prohibits the current use of any illegal drugs.