Clinical Research Assistant(HS)

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to support health promotion initiatives in a dynamic Emergency Medicine program. This role involves engaging with patients, conducting interviews, and collecting critical health data to enhance community health outcomes. You will work closely with healthcare teams to connect patients with necessary resources and ensure effective participation in clinical studies. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact in public health while gaining valuable experience in clinical research within a supportive environment. If you're passionate about improving health outcomes and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, this role could be perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research and patient interaction is essential.
• Strong data management and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient interviews and administer health questionnaires.
• Assist in clinical research studies and data collection.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and tracking systems.

Skills

Patient Interviewing

Data Collection

Clinical Research Support

Health Promotion Advocacy

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences or related field

Tools

Electronic Medical Record System

Data Capturing System

Job description

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Clinical Research Assistant(HS)

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Job Title:

Clinical Research Assistant(HS)

Department:

Medicine | Emergency Medicine

The Clinical Research Assistant serves as a health promotion advocate in the Emergency Department’s PH2S/HealthNow Program, a population health-focused program using a systemic approach to address health needs in a more proactive way with a focus on patients who may be living with HIV, Hepatitis C, substance use, etc.

Participates in identifying and intervening with populations most at risk for threats to health and well-being at the earliest opportunity and helps them connect with community resources to improve health outcomes. Under the direction of the Clinical Research Manager or Project Leader, and in cooperation with all the members of the patient care teams, performs a wide range of clinical-support and administrative functions to fully support the program.

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; based on responses, refers 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.

The Clinical Research Assistant is responsible for carrying out successful screening of patients presenting to the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center facilities (East and Main campus) for various health-related services such as OUD/SUD, HIV testing, HCV education, harm reduction education, naloxone distribution, 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.

Essential Functions:

• Screen patients and receive referrals for patients potentially eligible for HealthNow program activities
• Approach patients and explain HealthNow program processes/services
• Consent and enroll participants in eligible research studies
• Complete system approved point of care clinical and confirmatory tests for diagnostic screening and assessment (e.g., rapid HIV test under CLIA waiver with Insti confirmatory test, risk screening, and discuss test results with the patient)
• Refer the patient to the next level of care or linkage services as indicated.

Job Description

Approximately 80%: 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, CRCs, 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.

Approximately 20%: 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 by Clinical Manager.

Additional Information:

Location: Graves Hall (0277)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.