Immune Effector Cell Therapy Research Coordinator

Tennessee Oncology, one of the nation’s largest, community-based cancer care specialists, is home to one of the leading clinical trial networks in the country. Established 1976 in Nashville, Tennessee Oncology’s mission remains unchanged: To provide access to high-quality cancer care and the expertise of clinical research for all patients, at convenient locations within their community and close to their home. Our growing network of physicians and locations is based on this mission. Tennessee Oncology is committed to advancing both the science of detection and targeted treatments, and to making these advances available to every patient. We believe caring for cancer patients is a privilege.

Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description:

The Immune Effector Cell Therapy (IECT) Research Coordinator is a collaborative, experienced research nurse and cellular therapy nurse who ensures cellular therapy recipients receive continuous, high-quality care.  This individual oversees the quality management of research protocols and is responsible for preparing, implementing, and leading a broad range of essential quality initiatives, including the development and implementation of workflows and documents.  The IECT research coordinator will guide the program’s participation and compliance with accreditation and other industry standards. This role is a combination of educational, administrative, and clinical responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead the identification, development, implementation, oversight, and tracking of key research program outcomes and quality measures (i.e., standard data collection, analysis, reporting, and monitoring).  Develop strategies to identify and address deficits
• Assists with the preparation, submission and management of the internal/external compliance documentation at all stages of the research project.
• Ensure research policies and procedures are developed and updated to ensure compliance with internal/ external regulatory requirements and quality initiatives
• Coordinate appointments, diagnostic testing, procedures, education, and treatment schedules to expedite the care of these patients/reduce delays
• Serve as a subject matter expert for all IECT-research related standards and regulations.
• Assists with the selection, education, testing, and monitoring of research project participants.  Follows protocols and collaborates with other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of participant care.
• Authorized Representative for identified Immune Effector Cell product REMS programs.
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Data:

• Collaborate with members of the research data team and organizational leaders to meet time-sensitive data reporting requirements for quality and accreditation
• Develop knowledge of 3rd party vendor software that is used to extract and analyze clinical data related to program operations (i.e., Safety Event Reporting Portal, Patient Engagement Platform, EMR & Tennessee Oncology Quality Reporting Dashboard(s), Patient Satisfaction Survey Platform, CIBMTR)
• Abstract clinical data from the electronic health record(s) (EHR) and other technology platforms for submission to registries, regulatory and professional organizations.
• Comply with institutional policies regarding data security and integrity.

Quality:

• Maintain audit and quality assurance processes to ensure the delivery of efficient, high-quality care that meets/exceeds programmatic and national benchmarks.
• Participates in quality assurance/improvement initiatives.  Ensures compliance with applicable stands of care and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor, analyze, prepare, and submit reports related to performance standards and outcomes.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders and department leaders to identify opportunities for process improvement, clinical decision-making, and optimization of patient-centered cares

• Lead the development and distribution of IECT communication and education materials
• Travel to facilities (as needed) to provide IECT education and assistance

Clinical Care/Coordination:

• Collaborate with hospital and community partners to coordinate the care of IECT patients and f