Clinical Trials Assistant

Job Description:

Excellent benefits including salary packaging
Fitzroy location
Friendly and supportive team environment
Permanent (38 hours per week)

About the Role
You will provide support to the Pathology Clinical Trialsbusiness unit.The main duties of this role are toassistwith the set-up of clinical trials and research activities within the Pathology departmentandprocess and manage clinical trialsand contract pathologyspecimens.

Provide support to the Pathology Clinical Trials business unittomanagethe review of research protocols provisionof quotations for pathology services for clinical trialsresearch projectsand contract pathologyandassistancewith co-ordination of services for same

Coordinate themanagementandprocessingofshipmentsfor Clinical Trialssendoutspecimens

Providesupportwithassessmentand costing oftrialsresearchprojectsand contract pathology

Classifications for this position will range from classification range ($59207- $61692 per annum).

Your Contribution
A Diploma in Science or in Applied Science (Medical Laboratory) or equivalentqualificationor relevantBachelors degree in science
Demonstrated skills in communication and problemsolving

High level computer skills particularly with Microsoft Office
Ability to work independently andprioritisework

What we Offer
A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month!)
Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
Salary Packaging Increase your take home pay!
In the heart of Fitzroy CBD at our doorstep close to some of Melbournes best cafes public transport and lots of carparks
Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation


About Pathology

Working at St Vincents
St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion Justice Integrity and Excellence.

Application

Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

The purpose of this position is to provide support to the Pathology Clinical Trials business unit. The main duties of this role are to assist with the set-up of clinical trials and research activities within the Pathology department and

process and manage clinical trials and contract pathology specimens.

• Provide support to the Pathology Clinical Trials business unit to manage the review of research protocols provision of quotations for pathology services for clinical trials research projects and contract pathology and assistance with co-ordination of services for same

• Assist with the triaging data entry and processing of trial specimens

• Coordinate the maintenance and calibration of Clinical Trials equipment

• Coordinate processing of shipments for Clinical Trials send out specimens

• Coordinate frozen sample storage and shipments for trial specimens

• Provide support with assessment and costing of trials research projects and contract pathology

• Support with the liaison with relevant staff at SydPath Clinical Trials regarding jointly performed contract work

• Support liaison with external stakeholders including (but not limited to) researchers study coordinators pharmaceutical companies and other external organisations.

• Provide clinical trialsrelated troubleshooting support for corporate pathology Central Specimen Reception (CSR) and Laboratory areas.

• Support the management of clinical trial specimens

• Support with the maintenance of the Pathology Clinical Trials intranet and internet sites

• Maintain appropriate records in accordance with NPACC guidelines and other regulatory and sponsor requirements

• Support compliance with regulatory requirements including ISO 15189 Good Clinical Practice (GCP) the National Clinical Trials Governance Framework (NCTGF) SVHM policies and all applicable regulatory and sponsor requirements.

• Maintain Trials documentation and procedures ensuring all Clinical Trials documentation is current controlled and fit for purpose

• Maintain confidentiality of client research activities and adhere to Clinical Trials and laboratory procedures to ensure delivery of a quality service

• Undertake investigations of clinical trial-related non-conformances and complaints ensuring documentation within the Quality Management System completion of corrective actions where required

• Perform internal audits within the laboratories and pathology support services where required to support quality improvement activities as requested

• Plan and complete tasks based on workload and urgency to deliver timely services

• Maintain stock supplies utilised for clinical trials

• Undertake other appropriate tasks as directed by the Pathology Clinical Trials Manager

General

• Perform the duties of the position to the best of their ability and to a standard acceptable to SVHM

• Comply with the policies procedures by laws and directions

• Treat others with respect and always behave professionally and in accordance with the SVHM Code of Conduct

• Only access confidential information held by SVHM when this is necessary for business purposes maintaining the confidentiality of that information once accessed

• Participate in the annual SVHM performance review process

• Display adaptability and flexibility to meet the changing operational needs of the business

• Comply with applicable Enterprise Bargaining Agreement provisions

• Display a willingness to develop self and seek to improve performance

• Maintain skills and knowledge necessary to safely and skilfully undertake duties

• Take personal responsibility for the quality and safety of work performed

• Recognise the relationship between clinical and non-clinical functions in the achievement of optimal safety and quality care

• Take all necessary care and precautions in the performance of duties

• Participate in risk management and continuous quality improvement activities as part of day-to-day work

Health and Safety

• Attend general hospital orientation within 3 months of commencement

• Ensure all health and safety related policies procedures and directions are complied with in the area they manage

• Protect the health and safety of self and others complying with all health and safety related policies procedures and directions

• Report incidents and accidents and collaborate with management to resolve safety issues

• Complete required Fire and Emergency Training annually

• Complete required Workplace Culture and Equity Training annually

• Ensure all in the area they manage undertake annual Fire and Emergency Training and comply with fire and emergency procedures

• Ensure all those in the area they work treat others with respect behaving professionally and in accordance with the SVHM Code of Conduct and undertaking annual Workplace Culture and Equity Training

• As required comply with fit-testing and PPE requirements

• Report any hazards near misses and incidents (regardless of whether an injury occurred or not) into Riskman;

• Identify and report any variance to expected standard and minimising the risk of adverse outcomes

• A Diploma in Science or in Applied Science (Medical Laboratory) or equivalent qualification or relevant bachelors degree in science

OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in a Pathology service especially in Biochemistry and/or Specimen Reception

• High level computer skills particularly with Microsoft Office

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team

• Demonstrated skills in communication and problem solving

• Ability to work independently and prioritise work

• Attention to detail

Closing Date:

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincents we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming safe equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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View Reconciliation Action Plan

Code of Conduct:

View Code of Conduct