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Optum NY/NJ is seeking a Part-Time Clinical Research Coordinator to join our team in Mount Kisco, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum is seeking a Part-Time Clinical Research Coordinator to support oncology care teams and guide patients through clinical research activities.

Schedule: This is a 20-hour work week, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30am to 5:00 pm. The schedule will be determined by the hiring manager upon hire.

Location: 90 South Bedford Road, Mount Kisco, 10549

Will travel to other treating site locations:

• 30 Columbia Street Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
• 600 Westage Business Center Drive, Fishkill, NY 12524
• 1400 Old Country road, Westbury, NY 11590

Primary Responsibilities:

• Fully comprehend study protocols and ensure all procedures and assessments (including screening and end of treatment) are carried out per protocol specifications.
• Collect and document accurate and verifiable data.
• Maintain protocol, GCP, ICH compliance.
• Adhere to organizational SOPs.
• Be present at all required study visits to assist the investigator with adherence to the protocol and collect all data for visit.
• Assist the investigator, onsite staff, and patient in scheduling the study procedures and appointments (scans, EKGs, labs, any outside exams).
• Assist in carrying out administrative procedures for the consent, enrolling and randomization process.
• Prepare, process, and ship laboratory specimens as required per protocol.
• Complete study synopsis notes and enter data into the study-specified database, electronic data capture (EDC).
• Collect complete medical and disease history via chart review and patient interview.
• Collect current medication list, subject health information, and occurrence of adverse events.
• Plan the subject calendar in advance for cycles and visits based on the schedule of assessments, including ability to efficiently manage your and the subject's time, and to think ahead for the next visit.
• Assist the pharmacy/corporate office in provision and collection of study medications and performing drug accountability.
• Participate in monitor visits as needed.
• Prescreen EMRs for potential patients to enroll in studies.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, multi-disciplinary teams, patients, sponsors, CROs, and other team members.
• Prepare and be available for monthly recruitment calls with sponsors regarding prescreening updates, patient enrollment projections, barriers to recruitment, elaborate on inclusion/exclusion criteria difficult to meet, etc.
• Prepare and be responsible for database locks that occur every 3 months for all active studies. Turnaround time is within 24 hours to respond to urgent emails.
• Attend investigator meetings for all active studies.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1+ years of clinical research experience
• 1+ years of knowledge of GCP (good clinical practice)
• 1+ years of knowledge of clinical data entry
• 1+ years of computer proficiency experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and be able to access multiple web applications
• Ability to travel to the locations below:
• 90 South Bedford Road, Mount Kisco, 10549
• 30 Columbia Street Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
• 600 Westage Business Center Drive, Fishkill, NY 12524
• 1400 Old Country road, Westbury, NY 11590 (One to two times a month)
• Ability to travel 100% of the time and have reliable transportation, with a current and non-restricted state of New York's Driver's License and State-required insurance
• Access to a designated quiet workspace in your home (separated from non-workspace areas) with the ability to secure Protected Health Information (PHI)
• Live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service
• Reside within a commutable distance to Westchester County, NY and surrounding communities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of oncology medical terminology

Soft Skills:

• Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountability
• Demonstrated ability to work well with health care team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role will range from $24 - $43 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.