Research Study Assistant (Temporary, Multiple Openings)

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Surgery has an outstanding opportunity for multiple Temporary Research Assistants to join their team. Reporting to the Research Study Coordinator Lead, the Research Assistant assists in the operations of research studies for the Department of Surgery, HMC Trauma, Burn & Critical Care Division at Harborview Medical Center. This involves coordinating and monitoring subject participation; obtaining subject samples and performing the required procedures for sample preparation and data collection; monitoring and managing the program database. Positions cover as needed and over 24 hours. Hours are variable.

Requirements

Two years of college-level course work in a relevant academic area AND one year of appropriate experience.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of medical terminology
Knowledge of Epic
Experience in an inpatient setting with trauma patients
BA Degree in relevant field

Responsibilities

Have knowledge of the inclusion/exclusion criteria for the study.
Identify possible subject enrollment in a timely manner.
Use of Epic for subject screening, monitoring and obtaining medical information.
Communicate with the hospital personnel on possible procedures and treatments that will affect the subject’s enrollment.
Communicate with patients and/or family members to provide an explanation of the study and consent form.
Communicate with lead Research Study Coordinator and/or Research Manager on subject enrollment.
Maintain adherence to research protocols and verify accuracy of research study data.
Accurately enter patient information into the database.
Have knowledge of the database descriptors and categories.
Assist in the design and maintenance of the study database.
This position performs essential services and may be required to work during any period of declared suspended operation.