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Clinical Trials Patient Liaison Navigator

Position Number: 6220807
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Health and Medical Services

Clinical Trials Patient Liaison Navigator

Job Summary

The Clinical Trials Patient Liaison plays a vital role in identifying eligible patients for oncology clinical trials and supporting them throughout the research process. Serving as a bridge between patients, healthcare providers, and clinical research teams, the liaison provides education to ensure patients understand their treatment options in relation to a clinical trial, as well as potential benefits or risks of their participation. By offering continuous support to patients and their families, the liaison helps to enhance both trial participation and retention.

Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve - which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming - with impact worldwide.

In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute's mission and this position.

Responsibilities
Patient Identification & Enrollment

Collaborate with oncologists, nurses, and research teams to identify and assess potential clinical trial candidates.
Review medical records, pathology reports, and diagnostic results for eligibility.
Conduct initial patient outreach to discuss trial opportunities and assist with screenings.
Guide patients through the informed consent process in collaboration with investigators and research coordinators.

Patient Education & Support

Explain clinical trial protocols, risks, benefits, and expectations to patients and families in a clear, compassionate manner.
Identify and address barriers to patient participation, such as financial concerns or lack of awareness.
Develop educational materials and presentations to promote patient engagement and address common misconceptions related to participation in clinical trials.
Connect patients with resources such as financial assistance, transportation, and lodging.
Advocate for patient needs and ensure concerns are communicated to the research team.

Coordination & Communication

Serve as the primary point of contact for patients during treatment planning stage.
Act as a liaison between patients, research teams, and healthcare providers.
Ensure timely documentation and communication of patient status and concerns with the care team.

Data Management & Compliance

Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and track clinical trial screening and participation.
Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations (HIPAA, FDA, IRB).
Support quality assurance efforts by tracking patient retention, barriers to enrollment, and trial outcomes.
Stay updated on clinical trial policies and best practices through training programs.

Work Environment & Schedule

This role primarily operates in a hospital, cancer center, or research facility setting.
Some travel may be required for patient support and outreach.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a health science or related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); plus, 4 years professional research experience and completion of University RATS Clinical Certification within one year of hire required. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.

Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA, HIPAA and IRB regulations; an understanding of research procedures; and the ability to function independently is preferred.

Departments may require IRB CITI Course or IATA DGR training within a specified timeframe.

Departments may prefer a nursing degree for this position, which requires the incumbent to have two years related experience and possess a nationally recognized research compliance certification.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Care is appropriate to the population served

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

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Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN41867B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 01167 - HCI Clinical Trials Operations
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 22.88 to 43.46
Close Date: 8/8/2025
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/182299