Research Program Assistant

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HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status

Regular Full time

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $23.35 - $35.51. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:

Program & Communication Strategy

• Understand the required components of data collection (PROMS - HOOS,JR /KOOS,JR and PROMIS-Global -10, Contralateral joint pain, Back pain, and Narcotics usage)
• Work with relevant stakeholders to develop impactful outreach strategies, including frequency of outreach and customization of messaging
• Share best practices with relevant stakeholders and codify approach

Patient Engagement & Data Collection

• Enter data responses to questionnaires into the electronic database/ EMR
• Prepare and send mailings and emails of follow-up questionnaires
• Call patients to follow-up with questionnaires and enter responses 
• Act as a liaison between surgeons and patients regarding opportunities to increase collection
• Assist in generating reports and summary data
• Assist with coordinating meetings with relevant stakeholders to review data

The successful applicant for the position will be a motivated and organized individual who is able to perform a variety of different tasks essential to achieving our collection goals. He or she will be proactive and approachable, as well as flexible, as the job description may evolve as studies progress.  The individual will have access to the medical records of patients and should appreciate this privilege while maintaining strict confidentiality with all patient medical data.  He or she will also have strong communication skills, as this role involves interfacing directly with patients and other essential research staff.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
0-2 Years

EDUCATION REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree required
   

ONSITE REQUIREMENTS

• During the first 6 months, the individual will be required to work onsite 4-5 days a week. After this time, the individual will have the opportunity to adjust to a hybrid schedule based on performance.

Non-Discrimination Policy
Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.