UNIV-Research Program Coordinator I-Journeyman-Department of Ophthalmology

Job Description Summary

The Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a Research Program Coordinator to assist with various clinical trials. This position will report to the research Program Coordinator II and work under limited supervision. When not busy with clinical trials, this position will be expected to scribe in clinic.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC000988 COM Ophthalmology CC

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-05

Pay Range

$37,860 - $53,957 - $70,054

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Job Description:

The Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a Research Program Coordinator to assist with various clinical trials. This position will report to the
research Program Coordinator II and work under limited supervision. When not busy with clinical trials, this position will be expected to scribe in clinic.

MUSC Minimum Training and Experience Requirements:

A bachelor's degree and two years of relevant program experience.

Preferred Experience:

Certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician

Job Duties:

1. Assists PI with recruiting study participants per study inclusion and exclusion criteria to meet study contract enrollment; Schedules study participants and
research personnel for study visits in compliance with study protocol. Performs safety assessments e.g. vital signs and coordinates electrocardiograms, blood draws
and lab processing; Performs clinical assessments and rating scales for human subjects as required by study protocol. 30%
2. Dispenses study medications and verifies drug compliance per study protocol. Transcribes data into case report forms completely and accurately; Monitors
completeness and accuracy and coordinates collection and filing of all source documents and case report forms. Participates in monitoring visits and completes
corrections and queries in a timely manner. Records all study visits into patient tracking system to assist financial team. 30%
3. Scribe during clinic by accompanying the physician or licensed provider into the exam room, document in the EMR all aspects of patient care to include: chief
complaint, history of presenting illness, physical exam, and patient plan of care as directed by the provider. 20%
4. Performs other duties as needed; assists other study teams as needed to meet study requirements and organizational goals. 20%

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and two years of relevant program experience. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Frequent) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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