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We are seeking a Research Program Assistant who will be involved in data collection, data entry, and data management functions in a research program.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Collect data via abstraction from paper and electronic medical records.

• Maintain logs of patient screening, treatments, and visits.

• Perform data entry, data management and calculations using a computerized database, word processing and spreadsheet software.

• Review data input for accuracy and completeness.

• Actively communicate and update supervising coordinators, collaborators, administrators, clinicians and/or and program leaders on patient enrollment/treatment/eligibility and data collection status via verbal and written communication

• Identify appropriate patients for the clinical program according to protocol eligibility criteria.

• Communicate with program sponsors, coordinators and collaborators.

• Maintain filing system for electronic and paper-based patient records.

• Maintain compliance with HIPAA guidelines.

• Attend regular group meetings (weekly or monthly).

• Obtain consent and HIPAA approvals from eligible patients.

• Administer standardized surveys to patients or their proxies via phone, or via in-patient, clinic or home visits.

• Call patients with reminders of their appointments.

• Conduct standardized assessments of patients via in-patient, clinic or home visit.

• Escort patients through hospital during any visit.

• Set up and take down equipment for patient testing.

• Literature search & organize data for program-related reports and papers.

• Prepare study documents for IRB submission, as needed.

• Follow all written and unwritten program practices, procedures and protocols.

• Organize and file patient records; prepare and maintain program materials.

• Prepare weekly report of work hours and activities for review by supervisor.

• Carries out duties and responsibilities with limited supervision but asks for clarification when needed regarding data quality and integrity issues.

• This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Able to effectively prioritize and work on multiple tasks with concurrent deadlines and demonstrate excellent time management skills and efficiency.

• Have initiative in anticipating and responding to program needs based on awareness of routine and repeated job functions.

• Maintain high level of motivation for job functions with a positive attitude.

• Demonstrates high motivation, positive attitude, and good judgment, tact, and sensitivity in all interpersonal interactions with all patients, research staff, investigators, and students

• Knows the informal policies, procedures and practices necessary to conduct the normal function of a specific section, unit, or work area. Is aware of the role of the position and its potential impact on the working unit.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.

• Some related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some college courses.

Classified Title: Research Program Assistant

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Program Assistant

Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB

Starting Salary Range: $15.25 - $23.00 HRLY ($34,840 targeted; Commensurate with experience)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday 830a-5p

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Location: School of Medicine - East Baltimore Campus

Department name: 10002817-SOM DOM Pulmonary

Personnel area: School of Medicine

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.