RESEARCH ASSISTANT I

Affiliate Name: Brigham & Women's Hospital
Job Category: Research
Department: BWH CHANNING LABORATORY
Shift: Days
Hours/Week: 40
Job Type: Regular
Employment Type: Full TimeResponsibilities:
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Summarize the nature and level of work performed.Assists coordinator with all aspects of death follow-up for a long-term cohort study of over 100,000 registered nurses. In addition directs the processing of all data requests from the State Tumor Registries. Coordinates the mailings to individual State Cancer Registries for data. Maintains files of all requests and documentation of data received.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Indicate key areas of responsibility, major job duties, special projects and key objectives for this position. These items should be evaluated throughout the year and included in the written annual evaluation.1. Assists with follow up of fatal events among the approximately 100,000 study participants. Also assists with procedures related to obtaining death certificates and medical records where necessary.2. Assists with organizing and preparation of checks for the Department of Vital Statistics and obtain death certificates to verify participants death.3. Directs the processing of all data requests from the State Tumor Registries. Coordinates the mailings to individual State Cancer Registries for data. Maintains records of all requests for data and documentation of data received.4. Coordinates follow-up procedures and conducts computerized mailings to next of kin for causes of death due to heart disease, cancer, and other major illnesses.5. Sends requests to Department of Medical Records, Pathology Departments and physician's office to obtain medical records where necessary. Checks all forms and records for completeness and appropriateness and maintains files of disease documentation.6. Reviews medical records for adequacy and accuracy of information provided.7. Enters and verifies data to maintain computer files for tracking flow of activity and current status of diagnostic information recorded by physician's after record review.8. Performs all other duties as assigned including assisting with general office procedures.
REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS: (MUST be realistic, neither overstated nor understated, and related to the essential functions of the job.)Requires BA, BS or equivalent experience working in an epidemiologic research setting. Experience in data management preferred.SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: (MUST be realistic, neither overstated nor understated, and related to the essential functions of the job.)1. Must have knowledge of medical terminology as well as good general written and verbal skills. High degree of communication skills and ability to speak professionally on the telephone with participants and physicians.2. Must have ability to work independently and in a timely manner.3. Meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of the job is necessary to obtain valid research results.4. Needs ability to relate and work well with individuals from various backgrounds and fields of expertise.5. Must have experience with computers and word processing skills.WORKING CONDITIONS: Describe the conditions in which the work is performed.Normal office environment.