Details

Open Date 09/18/2024

Requisition Number PRN15252N

Job Title PS Staff Research Assistant

Working Title Research Assistant

Job Grade B

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? Yes

Standard Hours per Week 10

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

10 hours per week; hours are variable and may require evenings and weekends.

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $9.62 to $12.50

Close Date

Job Summary

Job Summary

This position provides assistance and support for the Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine (DoPEM) in the Department of Pediatrics, University of Utah School of Medicine, in its mission to conduct clinical research.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Determines patient eligibility for a specific project; recruits and enrolls patients in research studies. Obtains informed consent and answers subject inquiries; trouble-shoots and problem solves recruitment and related patient flow processes.

• Obtains and copies necessary information from patient medical records. Abstracts pertinent information from those records according to study protocol using knowledge of medical procedures, processes, terminology, and research regulatory standards.

• Collects, compiles and enters data into study databases. May also monitor databases for accuracy and quality.

• Compiles and organizes all information related to research projects.

• Participates in shared on-call responsibilities for enrolling study patients.

• Works under the direction of project investigator and other research personnel in the design, organization, and preparation of clinical research projects. Coordinates with project team members to meet project goals and deadlines.

• Complies with all research protocols to achieve integrity in the clinical research conducted within DoPEM.

• Performs other necessary research support functions as assigned by PI, manager, clinical research coordinator, or division chief.

• Attends and participates in division Research Team Coordination meetings.

• Demonstrates initiative, enthusiasm, positive attitude, teamwork, and commitment to the research mission of DoPEM and the department by providing assistance and support as needed and where directed.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

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

Minimum Qualifications

One year research experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); demonstrated organizational and communication skills; and a commitment to provide excellent customer service required. An understanding of research protocols and procedures preferred.

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.

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Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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