Research Coord/Lab Specialist
- Sarasota Memorial Hospital
- Sarasota, FL, USA
Job Description
Research Institute
Job Summary
Facilitates all research biospecimen management requirements for tissue, blood and other specimen protocols related to research studies. Responsible for protocol specific requirements for each assigned protocol as well as good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations. Works with the Investigators, Pathologists, Research Nurses, Data Specialists, Monitors/Auditors, and others regarding all research biospecimen procurement and data requirements for specific protocols. Works with the research team, hospitals, and outside facilities such as physician's offices, pathology partners, and labs, to gather and assemble data and source documentation specific to the protocol. Works with sponsors and leadership to secure and maintain quality instrumentation required for specimen collection, storage, and shipment. Accountable for research lab supply inventory. Actively works to reach expected targets for biospecimen trial participation and enrollment (seeks new study opportunities for site participation, consents patients as appropriate, collects biospecimens/data, etc.). Ensures research lab safety and compliance. Ensures integrity of research biospecimens.
Required Qualifications
- Require a minimum of two (2) years of research experience in a healthcare setting.
- Require Clinical Research Certification; or must obtain within one (1) year of becoming eligible.
- Require appropriate training for Research Team Members (must be obtained within thirty (30) days of hire).
- Require appropriate training for shipping lab specimens (must be obtained within thirty (30) days of hire).
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefer that required Associate’s degree be in health care.
- Prefer tissue and blood collection trials expertise.
- Prefer experience with IRB and regulatory requirements.
- Prefer knowledge of computer technical skills and maintenance of data collection and submissions.
- Prefer ability to interpret components of medical records, including pathology, radiology, history and physical, operative and discharge reports.
- Prefer effective oral and written communication.
- Prefer ability to successfully interact and establish relationships with physicians and health care professionals.
- Prefer ability to work independently and shift priorities with flexibility.
- Prefer ability to coordinate a multitude of tasks in a fast paced environment.
Mandatory Education
A D: Associate's Degree
Preferred Education
Required License and Certs
Preferred License and Certs
Employment Screening Requirements
As part of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s commitment to keeping people safe, all individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
One of the largest public health systems in Florida, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System has continually evolved from its modest beginning as the county's first community hospital. Our mission to deliver high-quality healthcare for our community has been steadfast since we first began serving patients in 1925 at the 32-bed Sarasota Hospital, and our growth has been shaped by and for the Sarasota community.
Today, we are a full-service public health system, with two hospitals offering specialized expertise in heart, vascular, cancer, orthopedic and neuroscience services, as well as a state-of-the-art cancer care center and a network of outpatient centers, urgent care centers, laboratories, diagnostic imaging and physician practices, skilled nursing and rehabilitation among our many programs. Sarasota Memorial also serves as the region's health care safety net, with Sarasota County's only trauma center, obstetrical services, neonatal intensive care unit, inpatient pediatrics unit and psychiatric services for patients of all ages.
The system's flagship 897-bed campus, Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota, has been consistently recognized as one of the nation’s best hospitals. A regional referral center providing the greatest depth and breadth of care to the community, the campus also includes state-of-the-art specialized centers of care, including the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute Oncology Tower, Rehabilitation Pavilion and newly opened Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion.
With the opening of Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Venice in fall 2021, we're able to provide south Sarasota County residents convenient access to the same level of care and 5-Star physicians, staff and systems available at our SMH-Sarasota Campus. SMH-Venice features 178 private rooms, a 28-room Emergency Care Center, 8 surgical suites, 10 birthing suites and a pandemic-ready intensive care unit. The Venice campus is currently undergoing an expansion that will double the hospital's capacity when complete in 2024.
Sarasota Memorial is powered by more than 10,000 staff and is Sarasota County’s largest employer. Over 700 members of the community contribute their time and skills as hospital volunteers; this includes the 9-member Sarasota County Public Hospital Board elected by local voters, governs Sarasota Memorial Health Care System.
Our Mission
Sarasota Memorial strives to provide healthcare services that excel in caring, quality and innovation.
Our Vision
Our community will be served by the best healthcare system in the nation. Sarasota Memorial will be the best place to be a patient, the best place to work and the best place to practice medicine. Our extraordinary people, innovative clinical technology and effective use of information systems will set us apart. We will deliver services that are safe, result in desired outcomes and are consistent with current professional knowledge.
Our Values
To create an environment that supports and rewards:
- Safety
- Caring and compassion
- Excellence and professionalism
- Teamwork and trust
- Mutual respect and recognition
- Accountable and ethical behavior