(ID: 2025-0867)
Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Axle is seeking a Patient/Research Coordinator to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) in Bethesda, MD.
Benefits We Offer:
- 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- 401K match up to 5%
- Educational Benefits for Career Growth
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Flexible Spending Accounts:
- Healthcare (FSA)
- Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
- Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
- Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)
Overall Position Summary and Objectives
Under this task order, the contractor will independently provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). The primary objective is to provide services and deliverables through performance of support services.
Deliverables:
- Meet with lab members to present updates – Weekly
- Work products and documents related to establishing recruitment requirements for research studies; building resources by researching and contacting community services, health care facilities, shelters, colleges – Daily
- Work products and documents related to coordinating and tracking enrolled participants throughout their study participation; ensuring that study procedures are conducted according to the current approved protocol to ensure compliance and identify protocol deviations and unanticipated problems – Daily
- Work products and documents related to coordinating and tracking regulatory activities for the study protocols, under the guidance of the PIs, during conception/development, as well as in all actions of protocol lifecycle – Monthly
- Work products and documents related to attending meetings; working with protocol coordinators and other staff on protocol navigation and quality control; coordinating the protocol navigation process – Monthly
Work Details:
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Maintain files with copies of data gathered by research team. – 1
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Enter data into research database and perform data queries. – 2
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Maintain and update participants address and contacts emergency and next of kin database to reflect current residence and study status for study participants. – 3
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Prepare and mail documents to the participants, and place a copy of the documents in the participants medical record chart. – 4
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Maintain files with copies of data gathered by research team. – 5
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Assists physicians and research staff with patient data collection.
- Conduct initial screening with participants as part of scheduling call or visit.
- Identify problems and notify staff to follow up as necessary.
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Assist physicians and research staff with patient data collection on patients seen in research study Updates databases related to study activities.
- Enter data into research database and perform data queries.
- Maintain and update participants address and contacts emergency and next of kin database to reflect current residence and study status for study participants.
- Assemble and file all research medical records Recruits and schedules subjects, both normal controls and patients.
- Assist with scheduling of research patients for scans and data collection.
- Communicate with participants directly to schedule appointments.
- Coordinate the recruitment, scheduling, travel and admission of research study participants Ensures all medical reports are completed and informed consent signed in time for patient meetings.
- Ensure that all participant medical records comply with regulatory standards.
- Review all Informed Consents for accuracy, completion and compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations.
- Ensure that the original informed consent document is placed in the medical record and a copy is sent to the participant Prepares and mails study materials to participants.
- Analyzes, updates and monitors databases related to study activities.
- Independently recruits and schedules subjects, both normal controls and patients.
- Communicate with participants directly to schedule appointments.
- Coordinate the recruitment, scheduling, travel and admission of research study participants.
- Coordinate the recruitment of participants for the research studies.
- Prepare and distribute patient recruitment materials.
- Respond to questions from participants regarding general study procedures.
- Participates in periodic meetings to discuss research activities.
- Attend group meetings and participate in discussion of research activities.
- Attend study-related meetings and mandatory trainings.
- Write and annually review relevant sections of the study operations manual.
- Meet with Principal Investigators and Study Clinicians to review, sign charts, and to report biweekly progress on mailing participant report packets.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 represents priority rankings, where 1 is highest priority and 5 is lowest priority of those ranked
Minimum Education:
Bachelor
Additional Qualifications:
Certifications & Licenses
- SCID testing
Field of Study
- Miscellaneous Health Medical Professions
Software
- Electronic Medical records
Skills
- Possess proficiency with clinical databases and report tools
- Public or community health
- Patient/Family education
Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.
The diversity of Axle’s employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: careers@axleinfo.com
This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.
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