Experienced clinical trials coordinator and aspiring data manager looking to expand skillset by moving from patient recruitment to operations management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Clinical Data Coordinator
VANGUARD CLINICAL, INC.
03.2022 - Current
Responsible for data entry activities on a multicenter oncology trial at a top research institution, quality control review, identification and documentation of data problems during CRF tracking
Performs proficient reviews of study source prior to clinical data entry
Reviews enrolled subjects’ clinical and external data, entered in EDC, based on programmed edit checks specifications
Analyzes and validates data to maintain regulatory compliance and improve study effectiveness
Coordinates with cross-functional teams to ensure timely data analysis and documentation submissions to applicable regulatory agencies
Assists in the closure of site data queries in the EDC and follow-up on safety issues and safety reports in a timely manner
Proactively identifies, documents, and assists in the resolution of issues relating to subject recruitment, study data quality, and study conduct at assigned study sites
Maintains awareness of study events and associated data and documentation requirements through collaboration with functional/sub-functional area study team-members
Participates in required study meetings
Audits/reviews internal and external logs (ex
Device accountability, training, delegation of authority (DOA)
Conducts internal and/or site training as needed and serves as a point of contact for study-related questions and other issues from study sites and site monitors
Ensures all protocol procedures are ordered and completed as specified in the protocol
Optimizes the safety of research subjects by ensuring any adverse events (AE) are appropriately reported to the sponsor, study team and institution according to protocol and regulatory requirements
Abstracts data from the medical record and completes paper and electronic CRFs including responding to any requests for data clarification
Ensures data accuracy with source documentation
Ensures documentation processes are followed according to GCP
Maintains all necessary patient source documents for assigned studies
Obtains data, including images, specimens and medical records, from outside facilities, as needed
Responds to all requests for data clarifications of assigned studies
Meets contractual or institutional requirements for timeliness of data entry and query resolution
Fulfills sponsor requirements related to reportable information, including AE, unanticipated problems, other information required by the sponsor protocol
Schedules and participates in interim monitoring visits (IMV) for source data verification (SDV)
Reviews monitoring reports for assigned studies, determines any discrepancies and resolves outstanding data issues identified by the monitor
Participates in audits and monitor visits for assigned studies, as requested
Identifies and communicates important protocol and data issues or problems to the PI and supervisor in a timely manner.
Pediatric Clinical Research Coordinator
UC Davis Health System
11.2018 - Current
Assist physicians with project management from start up to end, including protocol drafting, IRB submission, recruitment and patient management and study close out
Responsible for all aspects of study management including patient and provider study compliance, data entry, chart review and trouble shooting
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
Strong problem solving skills and ability to manage conflicting demands and priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs and various other data management programs
Current project management includes NICU, PICU, breastfeeding, telemedicine and coordination of industry trials including feasibly and budgeting
Strong team building skills and leader in the work group tasked with assisting with the orientation of new hires and students to the department.
Field Operations Team member
Applied Therapeutics
06.2021 - 06.2022
Assist CTR staff with the recruitment and enrollment in the ARISE-HF study
Responsible for chart review, patient screening, assistance with scheduling and any other study specific requirements
Responsible for the initiation and management of local echocardiogram clinic, including echo tech retention, schedule management and participant scheduling
Also implemented the roll out and management of Study Cast PACS system at site.
Clinical Trials Coordinator
Sutter Health
02.2018 - 11.2018
Assisted with the enrollment of patients into the GRAIL Strive Study
Consented patients, assisted with questionnaires and answer any study or cancer related question for participants.
Oncology Clinical Trials Coordinator
KAISER PERMANENTE
02.2017 - 02.2018
Responsible for assisting with clinical investigators and coordinators, including but not limited to: study start-up, assistance with financial aspects of clinical trials, FDA documents, IRB documents, HIPAA compliance, source documents and CRFs, research subjects scheduling and registration, sponsor site visits, recruitment and retention strategies, laboratory specimen processing and shipping, monitoring visits and audits, close-out procedures, etc.
Pathology Technical Assistant AA
KAISER PERMANENTE
09.2013 - 02.2017
Responsible for assisting pathologists and CPA with the grossing of complex specimens
Responsible for grossing small biopsies including gastrointestinal, gynecological, and dermatopathological specimens
Also responsible for specimen receipt from various departments and working with originating departments to resolve issues impacting patient care, and training new hires on workflow processes
Provides administrative assistance to department manager and all departmental sections
Responsible for maintaining service schedules, case assignments, mail distribution and other general office tasks
Tasked with ensuring work section is compliant with various policies prior to quality surveys and audits
Team lead experience as a Dragon Dictation System Super User.
Front Office Lead
Peach Tree Health
06.2016 - 09.2016
Responsible for facilitating the efficiency of schedule maintenance and registration for the family practice practitioners of a FQHC
Acts as the first point of contact for patients and other guests in the clinic
Responsible for providing exceptional customer service, insurance verification and assisting patients with any troubleshooting as needed
Assisted with the transition from paper to electronic medical records and transition of organization to the Sacramento area
Responsible for completing medical record requests for patients and outside clinics
Also function as the lead for a group of employees working in the front office of the family practice, vision and immediate care departments in the clinic.
HCLA III
UC Davis Health System
04.2011 - 05.2014
Responsible for interpreting the Anatomical Pathology Service schedule on a daily basis to assist management with workflow and case assignment
Assisting faculty and grossing room staff with receiving and accessioning surgical specimens
Responsible for assisting with preparation of H&E stained slides used in frozen section diagnoses
Also responsible for the tracking and disposal of medical waste, transporting specimens, slide tracking and distribution
Responsible for interpreting the Anatomical Pathology Service schedule on a daily basis to assist management with workflow and case assignment
Additionally, responsible for training new hires on workflow processes in department.
Education
No Degree - Data Management For Clinical Research
Vanderbilt University
11.2023
Master of Healthcare administration -
University of Phoenix
12.2014
Bachelor of science, biological sciences -
CSU sacramento
05.2010
Skills
Data Organization
Advanced Data Mining
Database Finalization
Quality Control
Database Design
Strong attention to detail
Ability to manage competing priorities
Professional Collaborations
Hoyt-Austin A, Miller I, Kuhn-Riordon K, Rosenthal J, Hoffman K, Kair LR, A Qualitative Analysis of the Impact of Videoconferencing with the Premature Infant on Breast Milk Expression, SEARCH 2020 National Telehealth Research Symposium, 11/11/2020, Virtual
Carranza J, Gipson A, Miller I, Hoyt-Austin A, Chen MJ, Price CA, Muriki M, Moody E, Barajas-McGahan M, Schwarz EB, Kair LR, Golden Journey Empowerment and UC Davis Collaborative, UC Davis Public Scholarship and Engagement, 08/27/2020, Available at: https://publicengagement.ucdavis.edu/blog/celebrating-black-breastfeeding-week
Independent Research
Introduction to Scientific Research, California State University, Sacramento, 2006, Conducted research on the effects of yellow star thistle on breast cancer under the supervision of a professor and presented findings at a conference.
Independent Literature Research, California State University, Sacramento, 2008, Conducted extensive research on published literature suggesting a link between the occurrence of breast cancer in women of color and vitamin D deficiencies.
Capstone Project, University of Phoenix, Sacramento, 2014, Conducted extensive research on published literature suggesting a possible link between socioeconomic conditions and adverse birth outcomes in women of color.
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