Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator and Project Director and in accordance with established policies and procedures assist in the execution of a research study to evaluate a hepatitis C virus (HCV) testing and linkage program for community supervision offices. Responsibilities: Recruits participants for the study in a busy community supervision (probation and parole) office. Assess potential participants for study eligibility obtain informed consent and enroll study participants. Tracks study participants to maximize study retention. Conducts qualitative and quantitative interviews with study participants. Ensures accurate and complete collection of data including medical chart abstraction. Develops study databases manage study data and maintain the integrity of study data. Collaborates with research team in understanding analyzing and interpreting data. Works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary research team staff at the community supervision office and the clinical and research staff of the infectious disease clinic as necessary. Communicates with the full research team about the status of recruitment and data collection. Assists in the preparation and submission of IRB related documents and regulatory requirements. Assists in the development and revision of study questionnaires and data collection forms. Performs relevant research document searches and assist in the preparation of study reports and dissemination of findings. Performs other related duties as required. Other information: Basic Knowledge and Requirements: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree and working knowledge of standard computer software * Word Excel Access. Excellent oral and written communication interpersonal time management organizational and problem-solving skills. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to work with patients throughout the lifespan with consideration of health care burden criminal justice involvement substance use and sensitivity to cultural diversity Reliable transportation as position requires regular travel between The Miriam Hospital and off-site study location Experience: Six months experience in research and/or social service preferred. Independent Action: Incumbent functions independently within department policies and practices; generally refers specific problems to supervisor only where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required. Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Lifespan is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Lifespan is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Location: The Miriam Hospital USA:RI:Providence Work Type: Full Time Shift: Shift 1 Union: Non-Union
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