Research Assistant II

Job Title: Research Assistant II

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: GR-Valerie Fund

Req #: 0000209173

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $30.00 - $36.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Assists PI and co-investigator in implementation of clinical research studies. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, patient screening and recruitment; coordination of care of the research patient; protocol implementation; data collection from medical records, patient and other sources; completion of research-related documentation; collection, processing and management of lab specimens; other related administrative and clerical tasks, as assigned, and active participation in clinical trial activities.

Qualification

Required:

• Medical Assistant Certification, or similar equivalent, required.
• BLS Required. ECG and phlebotomy certification required.
• Prior experience in healthcare institutions, physician office or hospital, in Transplant Services, is strongly preferred.
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, etc).

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• N/A

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

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Essential Functions:

• Archiving old/closed protocols records as necessary
• Assist with pre-screening by reviewing medical records and comparing abstracted date to protocol (inclusion/exclusion criteria)
• Assist with various Administrative Duties, as assigned, including: stocking office supplies, checking expiration dates of laboratory supplies, distributing mail, picking up checks, mailing packages, obtaining signatures, data entry, answering phones
• Assists in educational activities for the hospital staff., patients, and families.
• Collects data during study visits and as requested by the department.
• Collects, manages and processes, ships laboratory specimens (blood, other) per requirements of trial protocols.
• Communicates any changes in trial status or other issues to appropriate people
• Completes case report forms, adverse event forms/additional documentation.
• Extracts date from medical records (chart review) and collects information from patients accurately and efficiently.
• Fax screening logs and any other required documents per schedule required by trial sponsors.
• Periodic follow-up on long-term projects to the person who assigned the project or the main person with whom working on it.
• Preparation and implementation of research studies.
• Preparation of materials for the IRB, File IRB and other correspondence.
• Prepares for, and coordinates, monitoring visits: preparation of medical records for the visit, preparing visitor logs for Security Dept and delivering to security staff, meeting and greeting monitors, accommodating their needs while in the facility.
• Scheduling and confirming patient appointments.
• Takes vital signs, EKG, and draw bloods of patients as needed.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer