Clinical Research Coordinator

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

About the Role

The Research Coordinator for the Clinical Research Unit (CRU) at Georgetown University will support clinical research nurses in the care of research and standard of care patients and provide services as a certified DXA technician/coordinator. This role is integral to the team effort that provides comprehensive care for clinical trials supported by the CRU. The incumbent will engage in coordination of quality improvement measures as needed and will provide clinical and laboratory support for off-site visits. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Medical Center’s philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses with clinical research and standard of care tasks.
• Take vital signs, perform ECGs, and phlebotomy.
• Pick up and deliver drugs from Research and Main Pharmacy.
• Transport subjects.
• Coordinate DXA patient care: perform, analyze and report results for research and standard of care scans.
• Independent review of medical record for health and bone history.
• Track scans, provide census data for billing and maintain SOPs.
• Maintain quality control of DXA unit.
• Assist with administrative tasks.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies.
• Chart set-up and copying.
• Fulfill receptionist duties as needed.
• Provide clinical and laboratory support including off-site visits.
• Process, store and ship laboratory specimens.
• Maintain IATA Certification.

Work Interactions

The Research Coordinator will work under the direct supervision of a nurse who will delegate appropriate tasks and report directly to CRU Nurse Manager. They will provide clinical support to the registered nurse for research related clinical care and standard of care activities for subject and patients on the CRU while always following best patient relation practices. They are expected to function autonomously and be the CRU expert in matters of DXA operation and procedures. They will report to the DXA training coordinator or designee for scan training and sign off until certified and deemed competent. Once competent and certified, the DXA coordinator and training coordinator will work collaboratively to accomplish goals of DXA services for the CRU. The Research Coordinator is an integral member of a dynamic team and actively contributes to the CRU & GU’s mission of excellence in research.

Requirements

• Preferred academic level: college graduate (Bachelor's in Science or equivalent) with prior experience performing clinical assistant, phlebotomy, and clinical research assistant functions.
• BLS certification required.
• IV insertion skills, DXA, and bilingual experience a plus.
• International Society for Clinical Densitometry certification expected to be obtained within the first year of employment if not held at date of hire.

Pay

The projected hourly pay range for this position is $20.16 - $31.30. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.