Works with patients, family members and/or health-care providers to assist patients in their efforts to identify appropriate clinical trials and help overcome obstacles to enrollment. Utilizes nursing assessment skills, online databases, and information from clinical sites to determine qualification for particular trials. Educates patients about their diagnosis, and the risks and benefits of both standard of care and clinical trial treatment options. Supports patients and family through decisions around treatment options, including decisions to end treatment. Collaborates with the Information Resource Center to provide education, services and support to patients and family members. Serves as primary resource to LLS’s Information Resource Center (IRC) for guidance around all aspects of clinical trials.
- Independently maintain own caseload of patients seeking enrollment into clinical trials; this includes assessing, educating, and objectively presenting information to patients about available treatment options, including clinical trials
- Use problem solving skills to help patients overcome obstacles to enrollment
- Collaborates with LLS’s Information Resource Center to educate and support patients and family members in their efforts to understand their diagnosis, treatment options and available services
- Serve in consulting role to the Information Resource Center about clinical trials
- Maintain/increase knowledge and understanding of hematologic cancers, blood and bone marrow transplant and psychosocial aspects of living with cancer
- Contribute to continual process improvement of clinical trial support procedures
- Develop effective working relationships within the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and with trial site staff, investigators, sponsors, patient and professional organizations
- Exhibit comprehensive understanding of ethical standards and Federal Regulations in human subjects research
- Oncology experience preferred; specialty training in Oncology/Hematology preferred; clinical research preferred
- Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred
- Outstanding critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills
- Excellent ability to communicate verbally and in writing
- Ability and desire to excel in independent work and in a team environment
- Demonstrated commitment to independent learning and skill enhancement
- Expertise in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and OneNote
- Occasional travel to national oncology/hematology meetings and meetings at the National Office of LLS
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) does not accept resumes from third party recruitment/search firms. Please do not forward resumes to LLS employees or any company locations or email addresses. LLS is not responsible for any fees related to resumes not solicited by LLS Recruiting. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.