Clinical Research Assistant - Minneapolis, MN

Planned Parenthood North Central States

Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota

Clinical Research Assistant - Minneapolis, MN

Pay: $20-24 per hour (experience will be compensated)

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Shift times: Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM

Location: 1200 Lagoon Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55408

Job type: Non-Exempt

Questions? Contact Jobs@ppncs.org.

Benefits and Perks:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with equity-based premium tiers
• NICE HEALTHCARE. A free, virtual primary care for entire household (in-home available for qualifying locations) Services include: 80 free labs, free x-rays, and physical tests, live, virtual physical therapy, 550+ free medications and more!
• Flex Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• Paid time off: PTO starting at .05769 accrual rate per hour worked.
• 8 hours volunteer paid time off annually.
• 8 paid federal holidays & 2 paid floating holidays.
• Retirement: 403(b) with employer match, 50% for the first 6% deferred
• 8 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Bereavement Leave
• Earned Extended Leave
• Free subscription to Headspace App
• Time off to vote.
• Employee discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more.

We also offer:

• Start date flexibility.
• Comprehensive paid training for all health services positions & flexibility with hours per week during training. Training includes classroom, mock clinic, and shadowing shifts.
• Travel reimbursement.
• Schedules created & sent out 6 weeks in advance.
• Option of picking up additional shifts, including at other locations other than your "home" clinic.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years working in a research position
• Experience with research technology and applications, including REDCap, electronic IRB submissions, clinical trial patient interactive response platforms; ability to quickly and efficiently adopt new technology skills

ADDITIONAL RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree in related field
• Working knowledge of reproductive health and family planning research; familiarity with public health systems at the local, state, and national level
• Previous participation in research projects, including independent research
• Training or experience as an abortion doula, support person, or counselor
• Experience with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of clinical research policies, practices and methods
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively and respond to rigid deadlines
• Ability to work independently and under time constraints
• Able to balance multiple tasks and changing priorities with an acute attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills; previous patient counseling experience
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and persuasively, both written and orally
• Proficient word processing and related computer skills, including M.S Office suite
• Proficiency in electronic health records and patient communication technology (NextGen, Patient Portal, InTouch, etc.)
• Ability to coordinate the timing of projects
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to work with volunteers

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Coordinate multiple requests for PPNCS' participation in various Clinical Research Studies.
• Coordinate research implementation, including: Create and monitor study charts and patient medical charts
• Educate and update health center staff on a specific protocol, recruitment strategies and goals, and all essentials as they pertain to a specific study.
• Monitor staff adherence to protocol, including: Appropriate subject consent, data collection, and transcription of information onto appropriate research documents
• Provide timely and accurate follow up with each individual study participant to ensure proper data is received
• Document protocol violations
• Recruit patients for study participation and help sites to brainstorm recruitment strategies
• Explain the study and provide informed consent to potential study participants
• Enroll, consent and schedule subjects
• Prepare site study documents for monitoring visits and be available for those monitoring visits, as appropriate
• Work with investigators to coordinate collection, tracking, and data preparation for analysis; use spreadsheets and databases to develop and maintain records and create reports
• Assist with the planning and implementation of routine research site initiation and/or monitoring visits and audits.
• Maintain communication with study subjects, and appropriate study personnel, clinic staff and leadership, and clinic staff regarding subjects' questions and concerns
• Serve as a resource for clinic staff and administrative departments regarding research studies (participant eligibility, progress, funding).
• Communicate information about research studies to other key stakeholders (affiliate health centers, overall organization, etc.)
• Manage projects such as organizing task and files, developing timelines, gathering materials for meetings, and setting up systems for tracking reporting deadlines.
• Participates in abortion services (participation can include referrals, information, education, counseling, performing, scheduling, etc.)
• Assist patients in accessing clinic services related to research, including direct calls phone screenings. Perform computer data entry, including patient demographics, insurance information, charge posting and appointment scheduling.
• Prepare patient charts, review forms for accuracy and completeness; file charts and process transfer records.
• Perform basic laboratory tests and other procedures.
• Prepare exam rooms, perform patient set-up, and obtain and record patient vitals.
• Conduct basic patient education

Immunization Requirements:

• Hepatitis B vaccination records and titers
• Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination records or proof of immunization
• Chicken Pox vaccination records or proof of immunization
• Tetanus shot documentation
• Tuberculosis PPD Skin Test that is no older than 12 months

About Us:

At PPNCS, we believe all people deserve the right, the freedom, and the opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward a healthier, more meaningful life. That's why we protect, promote, and provide comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for generations of people and families with empathy, care, and respect. We are looking for passionate, dedicated staff who are eager to make positive contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission. To learn more: Our Mission.

When you work for Planned Parenthood, you make a difference in the lives of those we serve by affirming the human right to reproductive health and freedom.

Planned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, size, disability, socioeconomic status, or status regarding public assistance. Planned Parenthood is committed to encouraging and promoting diversity as well as providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Planned Parenthood is dedicated to an equitable and inclusive work environment and encourages all interested candidates to apply regardless of initial skill set.

*Any job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background investigation. *