Job Description
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.
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$24.00 - $38.50 Union Position:
No Department Details Sanford Research is searching for a new team member to help conduct assessments and research studies in the areas of eating disorders and bariatric surgery. Sanford Research - Division of Biobehavioral Research is a clinical research and education facility that is committed to working closely with our clinical colleagues to collaborate on scientific projects aimed at improving the lives of our patients and their families. Individuals in the role of Clinical Research Assessment Specialist primarily conduct psychological assessments and interviews with participants enrolled in our research studies. Other duties include assisting scientists with successfully running research protocols and interacting closely with participants. As such, competitive candidates for this position will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, and be motivated to work within a collaborative team environment. For more information about Sanford Research - Division of Biobehavioral Research, please visit our website at: https://research.sanfordhealth.org/fields-of-research/behavioral-science/center-for-biobehavioral-research Summary An advanced research position that requires the coordination of, and psychological assessment on, multiple clinical research studies in the areas of bariatric surgery, obesity and eating disorders. Job Description Must be able to organize complex components of various research projects and clinical trials, including the coordination of study required testing and procedures. Collaborate with principal investigators to ensure safe and compliant investigational treatment or intervention and follow-up per the established research protocol. Review inclusion/exclusion criteria and source documents to confirm study eligibility. Prepare case report forms and collects source documents for sponsor or audit review. Abstract data from medical records, clinic, consultation and referral notes for preparation of study forms and flow sheets. Review protocol requirements and collaborate with ancillary departments, to include clinic nursing, infusion nursing, pharmacy, radiology, pathology, nurse navigators, dieticians and laboratory personnel to ensure subject safety and protocol compliance. Responsible for assessment for a number of study protocols, primarily with patients with eating disorders, obesity or have had/will have bariatric surgery. Responsible for dealings with regulatory boards associated with conducting clinical research, such as the Institutional Review Board (IRB). Must be enthusiastic about learning and participating in the education of patients, physicians, nurses and other personnel in the research process, and be a self-motivated, self-directed and autonomous critical thinker to accomplish the daily tasks of the position in partnership with the principal investigators and other members of the research team. Qualifications Master's degree in clinically relevant field, to include clinical or counseling psychology required. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org. The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization's transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health's commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan's mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.
