Research Data Specialist

Department

Research Institute
Job Summary

Facilitates all data management requirements for specific disease protocols. Responsible for protocol specific data requirements for each assigned protocol as well as good clinical practices as set forth by Federal Regulations. Works with the Investigators, Research Nurses, and Monitors/Auditors regarding all data requirements for specific protocols. Works with the Research team, hospitals, and outside facilities such as Doctor's offices, radiology centers, and labs, to gather and assemble data and source documentation specific to the protocol. Responsible for data entry into specified database systems for individual disease protocols. Under the direction of a Research Nurse or Supervisor they will contact outside facilities for follow-up information in accordance with SMH confidentiality policies and schedule patient appointments or testing as appropriate. May schedule or meet with subjects as necessary for non-drug study trials under the direction of a research nurse or supervisor. Participates in ordering and shipments of lab specimens, study supplies, and dry ice.


Required Qualifications

- Require appropriate Human Protection training for Research Team Members (must be obtained within thirty (30) days of hire).
- Require appropriate training for shipping lab specimens (must be obtained within thirty (30) days of hire).
- Require a minimum of two (2) years of experience utilizing automated data processing systems and other commonly used data applications and software.


Preferred Qualifications

- Prefer two (2) years of clerical experience in a healthcare setting.
- Prefer knowledge of computer technical skills.
- Prefer the ability to interpret components of medical records, including pathology, radiology, history and physical, operative and discharge reports.
- Prefer excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Prefer the ability to successfully interact and establish relationships with physicians and health care professionals.
- Prefer the ability to work independently and shift priorities with flexibility.
- Prefer the ability to coordinate a multitude of tasks in a fast paced environment.


Mandatory Education

A D: Associate's Degree


Employment Screening Requirements

As part of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System's commitment to keeping people safe, all individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.