Clinical Research Assistant 2

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Job Title:

Clinical Research Assistant 2

Department:

Medicine | Emergency Medicine

PH2S/HealthNow Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) 2 serves as a health promotion advocate in the Emergency Department’s HealthNow Program, a population health-focused program using a systemic approach to address health needs in a more proactive way. Participates in identifying and intervening with populations most at risk for threats to health and well-being at the earliest opportunity and helping them connect with community resources to improve health outcomes. Under the direction of the Program Leadership, and in cooperation with all the members of the patient care teams, performs a wide range of clinical-support and administrative functions. In a professional manner, interviews patients to elicit health needs history; administers questionnaire in a courteous, professional, and empathetic manner; coordinates point-of-care testing as applicable; referring to appropriate HealthNow Program team members for further referral to community resources; maintains patients records ensuring strict confidentiality; maintains appropriate tracking and reporting systems; collects, analyzes and compiles data for inclusion in progress reports. Supports various community-based clinical research studies; assists with the organization and maintenance of study files and documents; assists with the timely and accurate data entry of study specific data.

The CRA is responsible for carrying out successful screening of patients presenting to the Ohio State University (OSU) Wexner Medical Center facilities various health related services such as addiction, infectious disease testing, harm reduction education, addressing non-clinical barriers preventing engagement with the health system and utilizing inclusion and exclusion criteria for participation in the clinical services and research studies. The CRA will be trained to provide education and services for health promotion and education. Additionally, the CRA may work in a variety of settings as necessary to complete work as approved by medical director, relevant stakeholders, and administrators that promote implementation, system redesign, education and quality initiatives.

Essential Functions:

Screen and receive referrals for potentially eligible patients for HealthNow program activities. Approach patients and explain HealthNow program processes/services. May consent and enroll participants in eligible research studies. Complete system approved point of care clinical and confirmatory tests for diagnostic screening and assessment. Refer the patient to the next level of care or linkage services as indicated.

Job Description

Approximately 70%: Clinical Role

Address patient concerns through active listening and escalate as needed to the care team. Research and remain up to date on available services/programs both within and outside of the OSU network that may benefit patients in order to successfully match patient needs with resources. Maintain appropriate tracking and reporting systems and complete other related duties as assigned. Works closely with health care team members to ensure referrals are completed and patients' needs are assessed. Employs motivational interviewing (MI), open ended questions and client centered counseling to collect patient information and ensure the necessary information is promptly passed on to the linkage coordinator or the care team. This role involves multi-disciplinary teams and coll