Clinical Research Unit Assistant

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Work Schedule : .70 FTE. You will work at University Hospital and/or Eastpark Medical Center in Madison, WI. Be part of something remarkable. Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Clinical Research Unit Assistant to: Manage and facilitate the day-to-day operations of the Clinical Research Unit (CRU). The CRU is a dedicated research facility that conducts high quality clinical research that includes a sample processing laboratory. Answer phones, organize files, order supplies, handle correspondence, manage databases, and provide general support to patients, family members, clinicians, study team members and CRU staff. You are often considered the backbone of the unit, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Utilize excellent communication and organizational skills to support patient care and research study participation. Collaborate with study teams to coordinate all aspects of patient care including complex patient scheduling, admissions, transfers, and discharges. Set-up complex paper charts specific to the individual research study, visit (cycle/day), cohort and arm, and coordinate these set-ups with the CRU Lab Specialist. Use high level of attention to detail to maintain accurate electronic health records and perform other duties of a clerical nature. At UW Health, you will have : An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance. Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being. Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• 1 year experience in a medical or customer service environment or experience of a similar nature Required

Nice To Haves

• 1 year experience in a medical environment Preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage and facilitate the day-to-day operations of the Clinical Research Unit (CRU)
• Answer phones, organize files, order supplies, handle correspondence, manage databases, and provide general support to patients, family members, clinicians, study team members and CRU staff
• Utilize excellent communication and organizational skills to support patient care and research study participation
• Collaborate with study teams to coordinate all aspects of patient care including complex patient scheduling, admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Set-up complex paper charts specific to the individual research study, visit (cycle/day), cohort and arm, and coordinate these set-ups with the CRU Lab Specialist
• Use high level of attention to detail to maintain accurate electronic health records and perform other duties of a clerical nature

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plans
• two-week paid parental leave
• adoption assistance
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees