Medical Assistant Oncology Research

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• perform medical assistant related procedures for patients enrolled in clinical trials
• access, flush and de-access ports
• perform peripheral and port lab draws
• prepare patient for examination
• assist physicians with procedures as needed
• prepare and stock exam rooms
• obtain vital signs and EKGs from pharmacokinetics (PK) patients
• perform buccal swabs on pharmacokinetics (PK) patients as needed
• ensure proper maintenance/handling of EKG machines (clinic and sponsor EKGs)
• verify the correct study lab kit is prepped for the pharmacokinetic (PK) patients with long days and new starts every morning prior to patient arriving
• respond to queries generated from study sponsor or contract lab regarding patient/sample data
• maintain laboratory equipment and workspace in all areas
• interface with P/SL and laboratory personnel regarding labs for research patients
• interface with the Clinic Research Nurses to ensure that all research patients have correct lab kits prior to patient visits
• order medical supplies as needed
• obtain radiology authorizations
• respond to emails daily
• utilize electronic medical record source for documentation
• assist other research personnel in the clinic when requested

• Knowledge of OSHA requirements for safe handling of blood and body fluids
• Skill in venipuncture and blood processing
• Skill in computer applications
• Skill in gathering and reporting information
• Medical Assistant training is preferred
• Medical Clinic or Clinical laboratory and phlebotomy or equivalent experience
• Current BLS certification

• 401k matching
• Health insurance
• Flight privileges

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community-based clinical trials.