Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

The Senior Data Coordinator works within a multidisciplinary team that supports oncology clinical trials conducted at the Fred Hutch/University of Washington/Seattle Children's Cancer Consortium. The position handles collecting and abstracting clinical data from medical records and research charts, ensuring data quality and timeliness. The team supports a large and diverse portfolio of clinical trials, and this position will work in close collaboration with faculty, providers, and research staff across multiple disease areas. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination you will be part of the Breast Oncology, Genitourinary Medical Oncology, GI, or other specialized Oncology clinical research teams.

At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to show a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.

Responsibilities

• Work independently to obtain, abstract, and code complex clinical information from multiple sources (medical records, research records, etc.) for research subjects. Code and record said information into various study-specific data-capture systems (both electronic and paper-based).
• Resolve and answer data queries with minimal errors.
• Maintain computer spreadsheets and databases for research studies.
• Understand research study flow, work with clinic staff support services and research team members to set-up research subject appointments at required intervals.
• Assist with development of study-specific or program data acquisition forms.
• Work professionally with research coordinator and sponsor representatives to review and correct data recorded in the case report forms.
• Request medical records from outside medical facilities.
• Collate and keep clinical information from multiple sources into research charts, study binders, etc.
• Independently tracks and keeps research subject schedules based on complex protocol-specific requirements.
• May assist Research Coordinators and CRS Program Administrator in ensuring proper billing of research charges.
• May interact with patients to collect data, such as to conduct follow-up assessments via telephone as needed per protocol for data collection purposes.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior Data Coordinators, ensuring they understand protocols and data collection methods.
• Lead team meetings and provide updates on data collection progress, challenges, and solutions.
• Oversee the quality of data collected by junior team members, providing feedback, and implementing corrective actions as needed.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS, RRA, or ART;
  • OR two year degree in the medical field.
• Three years of experience in clinical research, medical records, cancer registry, or related field.
• Strong computer skills and experience working with databases.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize multiple projects.
• CCRP or CCRC accreditation.
• Experience working in oncology research.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and to work effectively with colleagues, research subjects, and study sponsor representatives.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, under supervision, and be a team player.
• Ability to adapt and respond appropriately to competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience in design and/or build of case report forms.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $31.21 to $46.80 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).

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