Clin Trials Research Paramedic / Resp. Therapist - ICTS - Clinical Research Unit
Under the supervision of a physician, and/or Nurse Manager and/or designee, the clinical research assistant for the Institute for Clinical and Translational Science (ICTS) – Clinical Research Unit will be an integral member of the team who provides medical care focused on maintaining balance between safety of the research participant and the fidelity to the research protocol interfacing with administration, clinical nursing staff, research staff, physicians, patients, and families.
Duties to include but not limited to:
- Provides direct care within the parameters of the research protocol to attain expected measurable outcomes.
- Provides care to acute and complex patient populations and utilizes appropriate professional judgment and critical decision making in planning and providing care.
- Collaborates with nursing, medical staff and research professionals in the review of clinical research protocols in relationship to clinical standards of care, protocol needs, and participant safety.
- Provides leadership for direct patient care and protocol adherence collaborating with unit-based nurse management team and study teams.
- Participate in the design, development, collection and testing of clinical research trial data systems.
- Acts as a liaison between health care clinical information systems and research data systems.
- Acts as a participant advocate. Keeps participants safe in the conduct of clinical research, research interventions and protocol activities. Continually assesses risk and coordinates research activities to minimize participant risk.
- Assures consent is completed prior to visit activities.
- Ensure that medical care is safe, effective, and efficient. Identify opportunities to improve protocol adherence and data collection that is cost-effective.
- Provide assistance with tracking grant budgets and identify opportunities to ensure that grant funding is being used as intended and awarded.
About ICTS: The Institute for Clinical and Translational Science (ICTS) at the University of Iowa was approved by the Iowa Board of Regents in 2007 to support the work of investigators involved in clinical and translational science. Our mission is to accelerate translational science through programs to develop the translational workforce, to promote engagement of community members and other stakeholders, to promote research integration across the lifespan, and to catalyze innovative clinical and translational research. These efforts will lead to the development of novel therapies and healthcare delivery strategies, the integration of translational research and clinical practice, and, ultimately to measurable improvements in the health of Iowa and the nation.
Percent of Time: 100%
Pay Grade: 3A
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Benefits Highlights:
-Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in a Health Science field or an equivalent combination of education and healthcare experience.
- Minimum of 1 year in a pre-hospital setting, clinical/healthcare setting or 1 year of clinical research experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with patients/families, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions.
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights, evenings, and weekends as needed by the research protocol.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
Desirable Qualifications
- Pediatric or oncology healthcare experience.
- Knowledge of University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics policies, procedures and regulations.
- Knowledge of Clinical Research, GCP and IRB regulations.
- Strong clinical skills including IV insertion, phlebotomy, and assessment.
- Epic experience.
- ACLS and/or PALS certification.
- Current nursing licensure, or current paramedic certification, or current respiratory therapist certification or licensure.
Application Process:
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
Resume
Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from positing and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self -disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact Amy Stewart at amy-stewart@uiowa.edu
This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
