We are searching for a Research Assistant for our Immunization this position you will participate in data collection uploading and quality review to ensure completion of tasks for research studies and databases. You will also work with awesome staff and faculty to complete assigned projects data deadlines and research grant applications.
Our team and TCH conducts surveillance for the CDC to identify children who present to outpatient locations the emergency room or inpatient units with respiratory or gastrointestinal symptoms. Our team reviews patient lists to identify potentially eligible children for participation based on their presenting symptoms. We approach the parents of eligible children review study procedures and document consent for participation if the parent agrees. We administer a brief questionnaire and will either collect a stool sample (from a dirty diaper) and/or nasal swab depending on the study.
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Responsibilities
Maintain screening documentation associated with study enrollment.
Enter screening information into secure online study database.
Compile laboratory testing information and screening information into a single document.
Perform quality checks of screening logs and associated information.
Perform medical chart abstraction.
Review electronic medical (Epic) record of each study subject and captures data elements associated with each health care encounter (i.e. admission and discharge dates laboratory findings therapies) required by the research study.
Enter abstracted data elements for each study subject into secure online database.
Perform data entry into secure online database. Uploads questionnaire responses and laboratory testing information into secure online study database.
Perform time-sensitive data checks as requested by funding agency and completes required documentation.
Enter information into secure online study database. Enter other information as requested into study databases.
Assist with preparation for subject enrollment. Assembles documents required for subject enrollment.
File completed enrollment and other study documents in accordance with Institutional Review Board guidance and federal regulations.
Complete checklists associated with paperwork for each enrolled subject to ensure relevant tasks are completed.
Compile data into Excel tables and/or graphs for interim reports grant applications presentations and final reports as requested.
Assist with other miscellaneous tasks related to research study as requested.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Qualifications
Required H.S. Diploma Or GED Required
Bachelor Degree Or additional Specialized/Technical Training Or Completion Of Some College Coursework Preferred
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