Research Specialist II - Olympia - Kaiser Permanente

Phlebotomy experience strongly preferred Job Summary: Would you like to fill an important role on a CDC research study to see how well the flu vaccine works? This position lasts about 4-6 months during flu season and enrolls patients being seen at Urgent Care with a respiratory illness. We are hiring for 5 Kaiser Permanente Washington clinics. The Research Specialist II will review EPIC schedules, screen, consent, administer a questionnaire and collect nose and throat swabs from participants, and a blood draw on a subset of participants. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and enjoys a fast-paced environment. Requires extreme attention to detail and ability to work well independently and as a part of a team. Experience recruiting participants in a clinical setting is a plus. Under the general supervision of a Research Project Manager, independently performs and may oversee operational activities for research project(s) including complex recruitment, data collection, and database management guided by written protocols. Participates in the development and implementation of research protocols and procedures. Participates as part of the research team and may provide administrative support for the research study. Provides leadership to Research Specialist Is, which may include providing functional oversight and training. Receives minimal instruction on routine work and general instructions on new projects. Requires a minimum of one year of research experience and some use of independent judgment and discretion in non-routine matters. Essential Responsibilities: + Recruitment/Data Collection Activities: a) Independently performs (and may oversee) complex recruitment and/or data collection activities requiring specialized skills, education, or experience (e.g., medical record reviews, interviews, mailed questionnaires, physical measurements, and quality assurance). b) Interacts and communicates with study participants effectively, responding to their questions, including more difficult issues escalated by other study staff (e.g., when specified by written protocols or when the issue needs interpretation). c) May be expected to make impromptu judgment calls about sensitive situations or protocols when working unsupervised (e.g., after hours in clinic, or when supervisor is unavailable). + Systems/Tracking - Development & Maintenance a) With appropriate guidance, develops and/or maintains written study materials, protocols, and documentation. Develops components of study procedures (e.g., recruitment strategies). b) Develops and maintains computer files, databases, and/or computer tracking systems for project documentation, monitoring, data collection, and data quality. c) Provides data reports and identifies data quality issues. + Training/Oversight/Mentoring a) May provide functional oversight and training of Research Specialist Is and other study staff (e.g., Research Interventionists). + Administration & Communication a) May provide administrative support for the research study, including ordering supplies, scheduling/coordinating meetings, filing, copying, etc. b) Participates as part of the research team by attending meetings, recording minutes, identifying and communicating problems, and proposing solutions. Basic Qualifications: Experience + Minimum five (5) years of experience working in health care or health research. If candidate has bachelors degree or higher, will accept one (1) year experience working in health care or health research. Relevant paid intern or volunteer experience may be considered towards the experience requirement. Education + High School Diploma OR General Education Development (GED) required. License, Certification, Registration + N/A Additional Requirements: + Intermediate or demonstrated knowledge of research methodology and data collection modalities relevant to the project (e.g. medical record review, interviewing, participant assessment, recruitment and retention). + Relevant computer proficiency. + Intermediate written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: + Six (6) years of experience working in health care or health research with progressively increasing responsibilities or a commensurate combination of education and experience. + Prior supervisory experience as required by project. + Advanced and applied knowledge of research methodology and data collection modalities relevant to the project, e.g. medical record review, interviewing, participant assessment, recruitment and retention. + Advanced written and verbal communication skills. + Bachelors degree in health sciences or health-related discipline. COMPANY: KAISER TITLE: Research Specialist II - Olympia LOCATION: Olympia, Washington REQNUMBER: 1295975 External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.