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The Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) will be working on a clinical research study within the Hospital Elder Life Program at UnityPoint Health -Meriter Hospital. For this project, the position will conduct standardized data collection from patients 70 years of age and older, and their family care partners, during in-person and phone interviews. Interviews will include delirium assessments two times daily (including weekends) for the entire hospitalization, and extensive discharge interviews. One-month follow-up interviews with patients and family members will be conducted over the telephone.
The CRA will conduct medical record reviews at hospital discharge and at one month to collect key study outcomes. All data collected will be entered into RedCap database in a timely manner.
This position will participate in weekly standardization meetings via a virtual platform (e.g. Zoom) across sites run by the Data Core at the University of Michigan.
This position receives direct supervision and reports directly to the Data Core Project Manager and Principal Investigator. This position will also have functional supervision by the UnityPoint Health -Meriter Hospital HELP Supervisor.
This is a part-time, term-limited position, funded through PCORI (Patient Centered Outcomes Research Initiative) through February, 2029.
Required Qualifications:
- Commitment to our Team – We’ve been named a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker’s Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
- Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
- Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
- Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work. https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/
The Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) will be working on a clinical research study within the Hospital Elder Life Program at UnityPoint Health -Meriter Hospital. For this project, the position will conduct standardized data collection from patients 70 years of age and older, and their family care partners, during in-person and phone interviews. Interviews will include delirium assessments two times daily (including weekends) for the entire hospitalization, and extensive discharge interviews. One-month follow-up interviews with patients and family members will be conducted over the telephone.
The CRA will conduct medical record reviews at hospital discharge and at one month to collect key study outcomes. All data collected will be entered into RedCap database in a timely manner.
This position will participate in weekly standardization meetings via a virtual platform (e.g. Zoom) across sites run by the Data Core at the University of Michigan.
This position receives direct supervision and reports directly to the Data Core Project Manager and Principal Investigator. This position will also have functional supervision by the UnityPoint Health -Meriter Hospital HELP Supervisor.
This is a part-time, term-limited position, funded through PCORI (Patient Centered Outcomes Research Initiative) through February, 2029.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate Degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience
- Prior experience working in a health care organization
- Ability to work a flexible weekly schedule, which will include weekends
- Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent attendance and strong work ethic in past settings
- Knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft applications
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science
- Experience working in a large, complex health care setting
- Experience working with older patient populations and their families
- Prior research experience involving human participants
- Understanding of medical terminology
- Knowledge of research policies and procedures
EEO/M/F/D/V
FTE
0.5
Work Schedule
Weekdays, day shift.
Hours Per Week
20
Weekends
No
Compensation
Starting at $19.72, based on experience.
Site Address
202 South Park Street
City
Madison
Zip Code
53715
Clinical Research Assistant; 0.5FTE; Day Shift | UnityPoint Health-Meriter
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