Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente

Research Specialist III (24 hours/week Olympia)

Olympia, WA, US · Mid

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 1 day ago
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About the role

  • Contributes to the development of research materials and procedures by drafting study materials (e.g., recruitment, data collection, retention) in a variety of formats including online.
  • Assists in the documentation and reporting of research study activities by assisting the development of tools, systems, and forms for project tracking and documentation, documenting study progress, and escalating issues to project managers or investigators.
  • Essential Responsibilities: Pursues effective relationships with others by proactively providing resources, information, advice, and expertise with coworkers and members.

Responsibilities

  • Pursues self-development; creates plans and takes action to capitalize on strengths and develop weaknesses; influences others through technical explanations and examples.
  • Supports and responds to the needs of others to support a business outcome.
  • Completes work assignments autonomously by applying up-to-date expertise in subject area to generate creative solutions; ensures all procedures and policies are followed; leverages an understanding of data and resources to support projects or initiatives.
  • Collaborates cross-functionally to solve business problems; escalates issues or risks as appropriate; communicates progress and information.
  • Supports, identifies, and monitors priorities, deadlines, and expectations.
  • Identifies, speaks up, and implements ways to address improvement opportunities for team.

Nice to have

  • Would you like to fill an important role on a CDC research study to see how well the flu vaccine works?
  • This position lasts about 4-6 months during flu season and enrolls patients being seen at Urgent Care with a respiratory illness.
  • The Research Specialist III will review EPIC schedules, screen, consent, administer a questionnaire and collect nose and throat swabs from participants.
  • The ideal candidate is self-motivated, enjoys people and working in a dynamic environment.
  • Experience recruiting participants in a clinical setting is a plus.
  • We welcome applicants that reflect the broad diversity and lived experiences in our communities.

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