Details
Open Date 09/13/2022
Requisition Number PRN12998N
Job Title PS Research Assistant/Analyst
Working Title Research Assistant/Analyst
Job Grade C
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? No
Standard Hours per Week up to 10 hours/week
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00201 - PhysicalTher/Athletic Training
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 16.00 to 21.63
Close Date
Job Summary
The University of Utah College of Health and Department of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training is seeking a bilingual individual to support a study evaluating telehealth rehabilitation for persons with chronic back pain. The primary responsibilities of the persons working in these positions are to enroll participants, track retention and compliance with follow-up assessments and perform data collection activities. They will interact with patients receiving care at Community Health Centers throughout the state of Utah, and with other research staff on the study team. Because of the patient population involved in this study, the persons working in these positions must be able to communicate in both Spanish and English .
This position is funded by an NIH grant that is anticipated to end August 31, 2025.
Responsibilities
1.Screen health records of patients for study eligibility based on study criteria
2.Conduct telephone calls to patients to introduce the study and offer the opportunity to enroll in the study
3.Consent and enroll patients by phone
4.Assist in scheduling patients for follow-up study treatment sessions and assessments
5.Data entry into REDCap study database
6.Documentation of all communications with study participants
7. Identify and report adverse events and protocol deviations.
8.Other duties as assigned.
9. Able to communicate in both English and Spanish
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a Social or Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, or a field related to the area of research, or equivalency; one year of experience in research and analytical techniques; demonstrated statistical and quantitative analysis experience; and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required..
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Preferences
Bilingual, proficient in communicating in English and Spanish.
Willing to be trained in Good Clinical Practices, FDA , HIPAA and IRB regulations, and research procedures. The ability to function independently is preferred.
Departments may require IRB CITI Course or IATA DGR training within a specified timeframe.
Credentialing as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator ( CCRC ), Certified Clinical Research Professional ( CCRP ), or other related certification.
Experience with human subjects research
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software programs.
Experience with RedCap
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)
135 Park Building
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
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To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu (%20employment@utah.edu) or call 801-581-2300.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
