The University of Tennessee Health Science Center · 1 month ago
Research Study Coordinator 1-Medicine General (Internal)
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.69/hr - $21.69/hr
1+ years expThe University of Tennessee Health Science Center is seeking a Research Study Coordinator 1 to assist with participant recruitment and data collection for clinical studies. The role involves close interaction with patients and clinical staff to ensure adherence to study protocols and ethical standards.
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Responsibilities
Identifies potentially eligible patients through daily chart review and coordinates with hospital staff for referrals
Approaches, screens, and recruits eligible participants during hospitalization
Conducts the informed consent process in accordance with IRB-approved protocols
Coordinates with hospital pharmacies to ensure bedside medication delivery at zero copay for participants randomized to the intervention arm
Facilitates and monitors home delivery of medications post-discharge in collaboration with hospital couriers and outpatient pharmacy services
Conducts 3-, 6-, and 12-month follow-up visits and/or telephone assessments using standardized questionnaires
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of all participant contact and study activities in REDCap
Provides individualized health coaching to participants using motivational interviewing techniques focused on medication adherence and chronic disease management
Conducts and documents semi-structured qualitative interviews to assess patient experiences with the intervention
Performs other duties assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
One (1) year of clinical research experience; OR Master's Degree will be accepted in lieu of experience
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Knowledge of research ethics, patient confidentiality, and informed consent procedures
Ability to coordinate activities across multiple departments (e.g., pharmacy, nursing, case management)
Proficiency with electronic data capture systems such as REDCap and Microsoft Office
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Preferred
Familiarity with motivational interviewing or other patient engagement strategies
Previous recruitment experience
Company
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Established in 1911, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center aims to improve human health through education, research, clinical care and public service.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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$10.91MKey Investors
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2022-08-26Grant· $3.16M
2022-07-26Grant· $3.9M
2022-03-31Grant· $2.05M
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