Medical Record Review Research Assistant
This hybrid position supports the Department of Epidemiology at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth in conducting rigorously constructed research and applying state-of-the-art methods to advance epidemiology and human health. The Medical Record Review Research Assistant will abstract data from prenatal, delivery, and infant medical records for a large NIH-funded Environmental Influences on Children's Health Outcome (ECHO) birth cohort study, in collaboration with project leaders. Location : Lebanon, NH (Hybrid).
Overview
Position information, responsibilities, qualifications, and other job details are provided to support applicants in understanding the role and requirements. This posting reflects the duties and expectations of the position as described by Dartmouth College.
Responsibilities
- Conducts medical record reviews according to study protocols.
- Contacts medical clinics to obtain medical records for consented participants.
- Maintains working relationships with medical and administrative staff to coordinate medical record review activities.
- Enters accurate study data from medical records into secure, established study databases in a timely manner according to protocols.
- Adheres to strict requirements of patient confidentiality.
- Communicates status of project to study team regularly.
- May act as a clinical resource to other study staff for medical record reviews.
- Data Management – Maintains database to track participant consent status and status of medical record reviews; ensures data are collected and managed; ensures subject and data confidentiality and data integrity.
- Other study tasks as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in health or social sciences, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.One to two years' experience in research or a medical / clinical environment.Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology; maternal and child health knowledge is helpful.Knowledge of research methodology, protocols, and data collection methods; ability to implement data collection protocols.Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills; ability to interact with medical and administrative staff at study sites and other study personnel.Demonstrated ability to coordinate a complex research project with minimal supervision.Demonstrated independence and responsibility for timely completion of project activities.Meticulous attention to detail and confidentiality.Proficiency with computer databases and software such as REDCap, Microsoft Office Suite, and web-based applications.Knowledge of HIPAA and patient privacy regulations; knowledge of human subjects protections and informed consent.Must complete educational requirements for Dartmouth Committee on the Protection of Human Subjects (IRB) upon hire.Preferred Qualifications : Master's degree in health or social sciences or the equivalent combination of education and experience.Other Details
FLSA : Non-ExemptEmployment Category : Temporary Part timeSchedule : Hybrid schedule; must be on campus at least one day per week.Department contact for recruitment inquiries : Jennifer Egner, 603-646-5416
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include criminal background checks and verification of credentials, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College.
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