Research Study Assistant (Temporary)

Job Description As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. The Department of Emergency Medicine at Harborview Medical Center currently has an outstanding opportunity for a Temporary, Part-Time/Hourly Research Study Assistant (RSA). This RSA role provides a unique opportunity for individuals interested in the medical sciences to gain experience in the field of Emergency Medicine. This position will require the RSA to interact extensively in HMC Emergency Department, including physicians, nurses and patients. This is a high intensity role requiring sharp time management as well as sensitivity to complicated medical situations. This role will work under the general direction of the Principal Investigator and the Clinical Research Manager in the Department of Emergency Medicine with assistance from the research team at HMC. This position is for a research assistant for an NIH-funded, randomized controlled trial designed to help individuals with opioid use disorder. Patients will be screened from the Emergency Department, and consented for The Emergency Department Longitudinal Integrated Care (ED-LINC) study. The overarching goal of this randomized trial is to test the effectiveness of the ED-LINC intervention when compared with usual care. The study team hypothesizes that patients randomized to the ED-LINC intervention, when compared to patients randomized to usual care, will demonstrate: 1) significant reductions in self-report illicit opioid use, 2) significant increases in initiation and retention of medications for opioid use disorder, and 3) significant reductions in ED utilization. The RSA will primarily coordinate the day-to-day activities of the research study at Harborview Medical Center Because this position will involve screening, tracking, and routine follow-up with individuals with opioid use disorder, it will require someone with experience with diverse patient populations with substance abuse and high social needs. RESPONSIBILITIES: Research Activities · Develop and program survey in REDCap and ensure appropriate data capture and data quality once the study begins. · Accurately screen, recruit and enroll study subjects from the Emergency Department and inpatient setting following all federal and institutional regulatory guidelines. · Collect and maintain clinical information from multiple sources into research charts and study binders. · Carry out randomization procedures and ensure the adherence to study protocols for study participants. · Communicate effectively and timely with team members enrolling at Northwest Hospital · Track participants for study retention and completion of study protocols through use of electronic health records, the study phone, email, and social media. · Extract technical, medical and/or behavioral information from clinical records of research subjects and enter clinical data from on-going emergency medicine research projects. · Survey and summarize relevant literature. · Assist with electronic data management and ensuring HIPAA compliance. · Maintain confidentiality of subject records. · Assist with the organization of data for publications, annual reports, and formal presentations. Use software applications (PowerPoint, Excel, etc.) to create figures and graphs as needed. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Two years of college-level course work in a relevant academic area AND one year of appropriate experience OR Equivalent education/experience. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: · Experience on a research team. · Previous human subject interaction (e.g., recruiting or consenting patients, conducting study-related interviews or assessments). · Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and SPSS. · Clinical experience interacting with patients. · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and to manage competing priorities and monitor/communicate project status. · Ability to communicate effectively and clearly with clinical staff while advocating for research. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $21.28 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $23.91 hourly Other Compensation: - Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/ Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a temporary position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 0.00% About the UW Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 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