Barbara Yantek Rn, Ccdm
About Barbara Yantek Rn, Ccdm
Barbara Yantek is the Associate Director of Clinical Data Management at BeiGene with over 20 years of experience in the CRO industry and a background in nursing.
Current Role at BeiGene
Barbara Yantek is currently serving as the Associate Director of Clinical Data Management at BeiGene. In this role, she is responsible for the oversight and management of clinical data processes and procedures. Her responsibilities include ensuring data quality, compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting clinical trials with accurate data handling and reporting.
Experience at Covance
Barbara Yantek spent 24 years at Covance, where she held the position of Associate Director Clinical Functional Service Provider and Analytics. During her tenure, she managed various large-scale programs for pharmaceutical clients. Her work involved data analytics, implementation of policies and procedures, and enhancing service delivery. This extensive experience allowed her to gain profound insights into the clinical research organization (CRO) industry.
Background in Healthcare
Barbara Yantek's career in healthcare began in 1983 at the Milton S Hershey Medical Center, where she worked as a PCA for nearly a year. She then worked at The Poly Clinic Medical Center as an RN in the Open Heart Unit from 1989 to 1990. Following that, she served at Abington - Jefferson Health as an RN in Telemetry for six years. Her combined background in hands-on nursing and data management positions her uniquely in the healthcare industry.
Educational Background
Barbara Yantek holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Nursing from Duquesne University. She also earned an Associate of Science (AS) in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse from HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College. This combination of education in nursing and science has equipped her with the foundational knowledge required for her various roles in clinical and data management.
Expertise in Therapeutic Areas
Barbara possesses extensive knowledge in several therapeutic areas, including Oncology, Cardiovascular, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Genitourinary, Hematology, Infectious Disease, and Neurology. Her diverse expertise has been a valuable asset in her role in clinical data management, enabling her to contribute effectively to various clinical trials and research studies.