The Ohio State University
Clinical Research Assistant 2
The Ohio State University, Winter Park, Florida, United States, 32792
Overview
PH2S/HealthNow Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) 2 serves as a health promotion advocate in the Emergency Department’s HealthNow Program, a population health-focused program using a systemic approach to address health needs in a more proactive way. Participates in identifying and intervening with populations most at risk for threats to health and well-being at the earliest opportunity and helping them connect with community resources to improve health outcomes. Under the direction of the Program Leadership, and in cooperation with all the members of the patient care teams, performs a wide range of clinical-support and administrative functions. In a professional manner, interviews patients to elicit health needs history; administers questionnaire in a courteous, professional, and empathetic manner; coordinates point-of-care testing as applicable; referring to appropriate HealthNow Program team members for further referral to community resources; maintains patients records ensuring strict confidentiality; maintains appropriate tracking and reporting systems; collects, analyzes and compiles data for inclusion in progress reports. Supports various community-based clinical research studies; assists with the organization and maintenance of study files and documents; assists with the timely and accurate data entry of study specific data. The CRA is responsible for carrying out successful screening of patients presenting to the Ohio State University (OSU) Wexner Medical Center facilities various health related services such as addiction, infectious disease testing, harm reduction education, addressing non-clinical barriers preventing engagement with the health system and utilizing inclusion and exclusion criteria for participation in the clinical services and research studies. The CRA will be trained to provide education and services for health promotion and education. Additionally, the CRA may work in a variety of settings as necessary to complete work as approved by medical director, relevant stakeholders, and administrators that promote implementation, system redesign, education and quality initiatives. Essential Functions
Screen and receive referrals for potentially eligible patients for HealthNow program activities. Approach patients and explain HealthNow program processes/services. May consent and enroll participants in eligible research studies. Complete system approved point of care clinical and confirmatory tests for diagnostic screening and assessment. Refer the patient to the next level of care or linkage services as indicated.
Job Description
Approximately 70%: Clinical Role
Address patient concerns through active listening and escalate as needed to the care team. Research and remain up to date on available services/programs both within and outside of the OSU network that may benefit patients in order to successfully match patient needs with resources. Maintain appropriate tracking and reporting systems and complete other related duties as assigned. Works closely with health care team members to ensure referrals are completed and patients\' needs are assessed. Employs motivational interviewing (MI), open ended questions and client centered counseling to collect patient information and ensure the necessary information is promptly passed on to the linkage coordinator or the care team. This role involves multi-disciplinary teams and collaboration.
Approximately 30%: Research Role
Provides assistance in support of clinical research studies being conducted in the Department of Emergency Medicine; participates in the recruitment of study participants; collects and provides relevant data to be used in assessing eligibility of patients for participation in protocols; assists with administration of informed consent process; assists with cognitive testing both clinically and for research visits; assists principal investigator (PI) and sub-investigator with continuity of care of study patients during and between clinic visits; assists with collection, entering, maintenance and reporting of clinical research data; assists with analysis and interpretation of research data; enters protocol, medical history, and demographic information abstracted from patient charts into appropriate data capturing system; enters patient clinical data into electronic medical record system; reviews data and progress notes with research specialists, clinical research coordinators, principal investigator and sponsor agencies as appropriate; composes and responds to correspondence from principal investigators; prepares appropriate protocol files for data audits; assists with development of data collection plan and forms for new research protocols; prepares summaries of research results for protocol evaluation, abstract and manuscripts.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Community Health Worker (CHW) preferred but not required. Location: Graves Hall (0277) • Position Type: Regular • Scheduled Hours: 40 • Shift: Weekend Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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PH2S/HealthNow Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) 2 serves as a health promotion advocate in the Emergency Department’s HealthNow Program, a population health-focused program using a systemic approach to address health needs in a more proactive way. Participates in identifying and intervening with populations most at risk for threats to health and well-being at the earliest opportunity and helping them connect with community resources to improve health outcomes. Under the direction of the Program Leadership, and in cooperation with all the members of the patient care teams, performs a wide range of clinical-support and administrative functions. In a professional manner, interviews patients to elicit health needs history; administers questionnaire in a courteous, professional, and empathetic manner; coordinates point-of-care testing as applicable; referring to appropriate HealthNow Program team members for further referral to community resources; maintains patients records ensuring strict confidentiality; maintains appropriate tracking and reporting systems; collects, analyzes and compiles data for inclusion in progress reports. Supports various community-based clinical research studies; assists with the organization and maintenance of study files and documents; assists with the timely and accurate data entry of study specific data. The CRA is responsible for carrying out successful screening of patients presenting to the Ohio State University (OSU) Wexner Medical Center facilities various health related services such as addiction, infectious disease testing, harm reduction education, addressing non-clinical barriers preventing engagement with the health system and utilizing inclusion and exclusion criteria for participation in the clinical services and research studies. The CRA will be trained to provide education and services for health promotion and education. Additionally, the CRA may work in a variety of settings as necessary to complete work as approved by medical director, relevant stakeholders, and administrators that promote implementation, system redesign, education and quality initiatives. Essential Functions
Screen and receive referrals for potentially eligible patients for HealthNow program activities. Approach patients and explain HealthNow program processes/services. May consent and enroll participants in eligible research studies. Complete system approved point of care clinical and confirmatory tests for diagnostic screening and assessment. Refer the patient to the next level of care or linkage services as indicated.
Job Description
Approximately 70%: Clinical Role
Address patient concerns through active listening and escalate as needed to the care team. Research and remain up to date on available services/programs both within and outside of the OSU network that may benefit patients in order to successfully match patient needs with resources. Maintain appropriate tracking and reporting systems and complete other related duties as assigned. Works closely with health care team members to ensure referrals are completed and patients\' needs are assessed. Employs motivational interviewing (MI), open ended questions and client centered counseling to collect patient information and ensure the necessary information is promptly passed on to the linkage coordinator or the care team. This role involves multi-disciplinary teams and collaboration.
Approximately 30%: Research Role
Provides assistance in support of clinical research studies being conducted in the Department of Emergency Medicine; participates in the recruitment of study participants; collects and provides relevant data to be used in assessing eligibility of patients for participation in protocols; assists with administration of informed consent process; assists with cognitive testing both clinically and for research visits; assists principal investigator (PI) and sub-investigator with continuity of care of study patients during and between clinic visits; assists with collection, entering, maintenance and reporting of clinical research data; assists with analysis and interpretation of research data; enters protocol, medical history, and demographic information abstracted from patient charts into appropriate data capturing system; enters patient clinical data into electronic medical record system; reviews data and progress notes with research specialists, clinical research coordinators, principal investigator and sponsor agencies as appropriate; composes and responds to correspondence from principal investigators; prepares appropriate protocol files for data audits; assists with development of data collection plan and forms for new research protocols; prepares summaries of research results for protocol evaluation, abstract and manuscripts.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Community Health Worker (CHW) preferred but not required. Location: Graves Hall (0277) • Position Type: Regular • Scheduled Hours: 40 • Shift: Weekend Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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