Clinical Research Assessment Specialist
Sanford Health
Summary
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 committed to working closely with clinical colleagues to collaborate on scientific projects aimed at improving the lives of patients and their families.
Job description
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 committed to working closely with clinical colleagues to collaborate on scientific projects aimed at improving the lives of patients and their families.
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
- Organize complex components of various research projects and clinical trials, including 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 collect 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, including 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 who have had/will have bariatric surgery.
- Responsible for dealings with regulatory boards associated with conducting clinical research, such as the Institutional Review Board (IRB).
- Participate in the education of patients, physicians, nurses and other personnel in the research process.
Qualifications
Master's degree in clinically relevant field, to include clinical or counseling psychology required. Will also consider combination of bachelor's degree and relevant years of experience in lieu of master's degree. Experience in psychology, social work, behavioral health, human services, counseling, case management, patient advocacy, or other related fields is beneficial. Experience working directly with individuals in clinical, community-based, or human services settings, including conducting interviews, assessments, education, or care coordination, is preferred.
Requirements
- Master's degree in clinically relevant field, to include clinical or counseling psychology required
- Will also consider combination of bachelor's degree and relevant years of experience in lieu of master's degree
- Experience in psychology, social work, behavioral health, human services, counseling, case management, patient advocacy, or other related fields is beneficial
- Experience working directly with individuals in clinical, community-based, or human services settings, including conducting interviews, assessments, education, or care coordination, is preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Motivated to work within a collaborative team environment
- Self-motivated, self-directed and autonomous critical thinker
Company overview
Sanford Health is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, operating as a nonprofit organization headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Founded in 1894, the organization has grown into a comprehensive health system with 44 medical centers, 482 clinics, and more than 200 senior living facilities across 26 states and nine countries. Sanford Health provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including acute care hospitals, specialty clinics, senior care through the Good Samaritan Society, genomic medicine, global clinics, and the Sanford Health Plan insurance program. The system employs over 48,000 healthcare professionals including 1,400 physicians and delivers care through five Centers of Excellence: Cancer, Children's, Heart, Orthopedics/Sports Medicine, and Women's Health. Annually, Sanford Health handles approximately 5.3 million outpatient visits, 84,000 admissions, and 136,000 surgeries. The organization is also actively involved in medical research and education through partnerships with academic institutions, positioning itself as a regional healthcare leader in the Midwest with expanding international presence.