Co-Op Student - Pulmonary Vascular Disease Research Program
Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
The Co-op Assistant supports the research activities of faculty members working on clinical research studies focused primarily on pulmonary vascular disease.The activities include: assisting in the development and implementing patient recruitment strategies, data collection. Processing blood samples and shipping to appropriate laboratories.
The Co-op Assistant also performs some administrative duties including coordinating follow-up visits, organizing patient mailings, and other scheduling and coordinating tasks as necessitated by research protocol(s)
The successful applicant will be an independent problem-solver with excellent attention to detail and writing skills, who desires to work in an interdisciplinary, fast-paced and mission-driven organization.
Summer internship. Full time day position.
1. Working in concert with research staff, develops and implements patient recruitment strategies.
2. Develops, organizes, and/or maintains detailed clinical and research databases. May use programs such as Excel and REDCap.
3. Responsible for collecting data and maintaining patient information database for study. May be required to input data. Maintains patients’ records as part of record keeping function.
4. Assisting with collection of regulatory documents for clinical studies and maintaining regulatory binder.
5. Performs literature searches, as appropriate.
6. Orders lab supplies and equipment as necessary.
7. Maintains collaborative, team relationships with peers and colleagues. Attends meetings as required.
8. Assist with samples processing and shipping.
9. All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Currently enrolled as a student pursuing a relevant degree or diploma in a healthcare-related field. 0-1 year required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong interest in the healthcare industry and a desire to gain practical experience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, healthcare professionals, and staff.
- Detail-oriented with good organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism.
- Proficient in using basic computer software.
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute as part of a healthcare team.
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations and privacy laws is an asset.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$17.71 - $24.28/Hourly
Grade
2
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