Clinic Trial Finance Assistant-Research

IRONWOOD PHYSICIANS,P.C. Chandler, Arizona, United States

About this position


 
                         Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers has beautiful state-of-the-art integrated Cancer and Women's Centers, with locations strategically                     located throughout the Valley. Each one                                 provides a superior cancer care environment with a full spectrum of cancer related services for patients. Our multi-disciplinary team approach includes surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, women's centers, diagnostic                           imaging services, social service support, nutritionist, integrative services, and genetic counseling. 



                         Mission Statement: To serve the community by providing quality, comprehensive cancer care which respects the values and needs of each                                                    individual. 


Responsible for assisting the Research Finance Specialist with federal and international compliance regarding study financial activities of the department. Assist in ensuring that studies are properly coded and billed in conformance with departmental standards, and good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations and international guidelines.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Reviews and understands the sponsor’s budget and negotiates based on Ironwood Cancer & Research Center’s fee schedule  Monitors accounts payable activity including approval of invoices from local vendors and assuring charges are accurate per ICRC current contracts   Assists in maintaining focus on the aging report to ensure we do not have balances past the 90-day markAssists in assuring quality of department practices related to billing requirements per study contract, study budget and site policies.  Reviews revenue with Clinical Trial Finance Specialist, assuring that sponsor invoicing and sponsor payments or collections are done in a timely and accurate manner.   Specializes in clinical trial management system function and maintenance   Communicates and collaborates with research staff at the satellite sites to ensure all charges have been entered into Clinical Trial Management System correctlyCommunicates with Code Capture as needed to ensure charges related to research have been adjusted appropriately from the patient accounts  Shows a thorough understanding of organization’s billing processes and assures research billing compliance for both patients and study sponsors on an ongoing basis  Assists in developing a process to ensure all visit activities have been entered in CTMS on a weekly basis  Assists in creating resources for use in training of new employees pertinent to CTMS use  Active in maintaining continued education and professional growth through participation in continuing education programs.  Communicates regularly with Research Staff about new study builds in CTMS as well as any updates to the system  Ensures all pharmacy charges have been invoiced to the sponsor   


Minimum Qualifications 

Excellent written and verbal communication   Organized and detail oriented.   Experience in Research or Finance with minimal oversite   Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, and Excel. CTMS experience a plus                               

                          Education/or Experience

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred    Clinical Research experience  


                          Certificate/Licenses/Registration

Maintain job related certifications (Human subject’s protection training, GCP, and protocol specific required training).   


We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package including health/dental/vision, life insurance, and 401K, in a caring work environment. We are an E.O.E.

Please visit our website at www.ironwoodcrc.com. "Outsmarting Cancer One Patient at a Time