Research Specialist I - FT - Days - JDCH
Memorial Healthcare System

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary:

Conducts Phase 1-4 clinical trials for patients and captures study related data for sponsors.

Responsibilities:

Conducts initiation, monitoring and close out visits with sponsors. Collaborates to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations and standards. Assists with preparing for and responding to audits. Participates in audits. Reports adverse events and resolves data queries with sponsors. Processes and ships study required specimens.Coordinates activities of multidisciplinary team that cares for the patient as well as patient visits and necessary testing.Documents patient/study results using the electronic medical record (EPIC) and completes data requirements for sponsors. Communicates patient/study results on an on-going basis to research team.Screens and consents patients for clinical trials using Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines. Provides patient and family support and education regarding protocol related drugs and procedures.Obtains medical history, monitors patient care, assesses ongoing patient status and monitors treatment side effects.

Competencies:

ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DEVELOPS RELATIONSHIPS, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, RESEARCH - PROJECT MANAGEMENT, RESEARCH - REPORTING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements:

Accredited Program (Required)Foreign Medical Doctor Degree (FOREIGN MD DEGREE) - Classroom Training (CLASSROOM TRAINING), Registered Nurse Compact License (RN LICENSE COMPACT) - Compact RN Multistate, Registered Nurse License (RN LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: Ability to travel for protocol related investigator meetings and research related training. This role requires critical thinking skills, effective communication, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The incumbent must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action when required. Required Work Experience: One (1) year of clinical, research or nursing experience. Other Information: **Proof of graduation certificate for foreign trained MDs or Equivalents Education Programs.Additional Education Info: Graduate from an accredited professional nursing program or Foreign Medical doctor program or equivalent relevant degree

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Bending and Stooping = 60%
• Climbing = 0%
• Keyboard Entry = 80%
• Kneeling = 60%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Reaching = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
• Running = 0%
• Sitting = 80%
• Squatting = 60%
• Standing = 80%
• Walking = 80%
• Audible Speech = 80%
• Hearing Acuity = 80%
• Smelling Acuity = 0%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 80%
• Distinguish Color = 80%
• Seeing - Far = 80%
• Seeing - Near = 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 80%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 80%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 80%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60%
• Dust = 0%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
• Hazardous Medication = 60%
• Latex = 80%
• Computer Monitor = 80%
• Domestic Animals = 0%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 0%
• Hazardous Noise = 0%
• Heating Devices = 0%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 60%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• Potential Electric Shock = 0%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 40%
• Radiation = 0%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 40%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

Shift:

Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.

We are proud to offer Veteran's Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.

Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.

If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net

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