Clin Trials Rsrch Asst/Data Mg Paramedic - ICTS - Clinical Research Unit

UIOWA • Iowa City, IA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the supervision of a physician, and/or Nurse Manager and/or designee, the clinical research assistant for the Institute for Clinical and Translational Science (ICTS) will be an integral member of the team who provides medical care focused on maintaining balance between safety of the research participant and the fidelity to the research protocol interfacing with administration, clinical nursing staff, research staff, physicians, patients, and families. Duties to include but not limited to: · Provides direct care within the parameters of the research protocol to attain expected measurable outcomes. · Provides care to acute and complex patient populations and utilizes appropriate professional judgment and critical decision making in planning and providing care. · Collaborates with nursing, medical staff and research professionals in the review of clinical research protocols in relationship to clinical standards of care, protocol needs, and participant safety. · Provides leadership for direct patient care and protocol adherence collaborating with unit-based nurse management team and study teams. · Participate in the design, development, collection and testing of clinical research trial data systems. · Acts as a liaison between health care clinical information systems and research data systems. · Acts as a participant advocate. Keeps participants safe in the conduct of clinical research, research interventions and protocol activities. Continually assesses risk and coordinates research activities to minimize participant risk . · Assures consent is completed prior to visit activities. · Ensure that medical care is safe, effective, and efficient. Identify opportunities to improve protocol adherence and data collection that is cost-effective. · Provide assistance with tracking grant budgets and identify opportunities to ensure that grant funding is being used as intended and awarded. For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below. About ICTS: The Institute for Clinical and Translational Science (ICTS) at the University of Iowa was approved by the Iowa Board of Regents in 2007 to support the work of investigators involved in clinical and translational science. Our mission is to accelerate translational science through programs to develop the translational workforce, to promote engagement of community members and other stakeholders, to promote research integration across the lifespan, and to catalyze innovative clinical and translational research. These efforts will lead to the development of novel therapies and healthcare delivery strategies, the integration of translational research and clinical practice, and, ultimately to measurable improvements in the health of Iowa and the nation.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in a Health Science field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 1 year in a pre-hospital setting, clinical/healthcare setting or 1 year of clinical research experience.
• Current paramedic certification from Iowa Department of Public Health by date of hire.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with patients/families, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, evenings, and weekends as needed by the research protocol.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric or oncology healthcare experience.
• Knowledge of University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics policies, procedures and regulations.
• Knowledge of Clinical Research, GCP and IRB regulations.
• Strong clinical skills including IV insertion, phlebotomy, and assessment.
• Epic experience.
• ACLS and/or PALS certification.
• Current nursing licensure, or
• Current respiratory therapist certification or licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care within the parameters of the research protocol to attain expected measurable outcomes.
• Provides care to acute and complex patient populations and utilizes appropriate professional judgment and critical decision making in planning and providing care.
• Collaborates with nursing, medical staff and research professionals in the review of clinical research protocols in relationship to clinical standards of care, protocol needs, and participant safety.
• Provides leadership for direct patient care and protocol adherence collaborating with unit-based nurse management team and study teams.
• Participate in the design, development, collection and testing of clinical research trial data systems.
• Acts as a liaison between health care clinical information systems and research data systems.
• Acts as a participant advocate.
• Keeps participants safe in the conduct of clinical research, research interventions and protocol activities.
• Continually assesses risk and coordinates research activities to minimize participant risk .
• Assures consent is completed prior to visit activities.
• Ensure that medical care is safe, effective, and efficient.
• Identify opportunities to improve protocol adherence and data collection that is cost-effective.
• Provide assistance with tracking grant budgets and identify opportunities to ensure that grant funding is being used as intended and awarded.

Benefits

• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees