Research Assistant II - Children's Health Watch
Boston Medical Center | |
vision insurance, tuition reimbursement | |
United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
One Boston Medical Center Place (Show on map) | |
April 23, 2024 | |
Position: Research Assistant II, Pediatrics Location: Boston, MA Schedule: 40 hours per week, Hybrid ABOUT BMC: At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal - to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience. You'll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you'll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment. POSITION SUMMARY: The Research Assistant II will conduct Children's HealthWatch interviews with caregivers in the Pediatric Emergency Department, and assist with the training and guidance of interns and research assistants. The Children's HealthWatch survey instrument gathers information on child health and development and family experiences with housing, food, employment, childcare, utilities, and use of public programs. The Research Assistant II will provide information to families regarding available resources and maintain the outreach library with up-to-date information. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
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This position is grant funded through 2029. There may be opportunity beyond this grant funding for position integration into ongoing operations. JOB BENEFITS:
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: Children's HealthWatch is a study monitoring the impact of social policies on the health, developmental status, and growth of low-income children seen in acute and emergency medical facilities. Study goals are: 1) To analyze the impact of public policy changes and the effectiveness of the safety net for low-income families in five states 2) To educate policymakers, advocacy groups, and community leaders by disseminating evidence-based reports and results of the Children's HealthWatch data. Additionally, we take seriously our obligation to link children at-risk for growth and nutrition problems, and problems related to material hardship, by outreach and referral to appropriate medical care and social services. To learn more about our team and to view our recent publications, please visit our website: http://childrenshealthwatch.org/ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail toor call617-638-8582to let us know the nature of your request. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans |