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Department
Research OperationsJob Summary
The Research Assistant Sr (RA) will be an essential team member in active clinical research and/or quality improvement work being conducted at Denver Health (DHHA). Under general supervision, the RA assists with various research-related activities on projects that focus on a variety of health- and healthcare services topics. The RA may be required to simultaneously support multiple projects at different locations, such as the DHHA main campus, community clinics, and urgent outpatient settings. General responsibilities include subject-related activities, study records' maintenance, confidentiality, regulatory adherence, data collection, and administrative support. Mentors and train newer Research Assistants.
Essential Functions:
Performs subject-related activities, such as screening and consenting for recruitment, conducting chart reviews, conducting patient interviews, collecting samples, patient navigation, and tracking outcomes. Able to train new staff on study-related responsibilities. (25%)
Creates and maintains clear, concise, and organized study records. (20%)
Exercises confidentiality regarding patient and other sensitive information. (10%)
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory and ethical guidelines, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards. (10%)
Performs data collection and entry, and intervention fidelity. (10%)
Performs literature reviews, which may include literature searches, organizing results and summarizing findings. Assists in research publications by contributing to the writing of various sections and analyzing data. (10%)
Builds and maintains strong relationships with research subjects, teams, collaborators, and colleagues. (5%)
Assists with improving team processes and brings them to leadership?s attention, aligning with DHHA?s Lean management principles. (5%)
Completes training requirements for COMIRB and CITI. (5%)
Education:
High School Diploma or GED High School degree or GED preferred. Bachelor?s degree a plus.
Work Experience:
1-3 years Clinical research experience
Licenses:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with investigators, staff, and study subjects.
Must be comfortable working with diverse populations.
Sound organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Responsible and punctual individual.
Knowledge of protocol adherence and general research practices.
Knowledge of research methods and rules of patient confidentiality.
Experience with study subject interviews and qualitative research methods.
Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
Strong desire for team improvement and growth
Conforms to hospital standards of performance and conduct, and values best possible customer service and patient care
Shift
Days (United States of America)
Work Type
PRN/Intermittent
Salary
$23.15 - $31.32 / hr
Benefits
Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Community resource navigation support
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Our Values
Respect
Belonging
Accountability
Transparency
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