JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Prepare, renew, and/or manage IRB applications in a timely fashion ensuring no lapses in approval
- Participate in the writing and preparation of manuscripts for publishing
- Recruit and enroll subjects in clinical trials
- Data entry onto paper CRFs, eCRFs, EDCs, REDCap, etc.
- Coordinate study follow-up visits for clinical trial subjects and ensure patients complete patient reported outcomes as required
- Write research grants, protocols, and consent forms
- Collaborate with residents and fellows on investigator-initiated research projects
- Assist PIs in administrative duties including academic presentations, editorial commitments, and conference participation
- Statistical analysis of project data utilizing SPSS
- Work closely with CRAs during study monitoring visits and assist with internal audits
- Attend weekly research meetings and update research team on project statuses
- Work closely with research team including research manager and administrative director to ensure patient safety and identify any potential issues that do not adhere to research standards
- Maintain professionalism in a fast-paced orthopaedic practice
*Please note that handling of specimens and blood may be required dependent on clinical trial
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
This position requires a minimum of a one-year commitment, but special consideration will go to those who can dedicate two-years. Those with a medical degree from a US institution, and who are in between applying to residency are strongly encouraged to apply. Knowledge of orthopaedic and/or rheumatologic terminology is a plus. Experience using EMRs is preferred. Job begin date is Spring 2019 (January/February start).
Applicants must email the following documents to Kristina Dushaj at
ABOUT THE ORTHOPAEDIC INSTITUTE AT LENOX HILL HOSPITAL:
Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute at Lenox Hill Hospital is the premier provider of orthopedic care in the region. Our patients also have access to the vast resources and services offered by Northwell Health. Our expert team of sub-specialty trained orthopaedic surgeons uses the most advanced technologies and techniques to provide individualized care for patients experiencing a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions. We perform thousands of procedures annually at Lenox Hill Hospital from minimally invasive procedures to total joint reconstruction. We offer a convenient and modern site while ensuring compassion and respect for all patients. Utilizing a collaborative care approach, we work closely with each patient’s healthcare team to provide customized treatment strategies for the best possible outcomes.
Our orthopaedic specialists partner with other medical professionals (including nurses, physical and occupational therapists, pathologists and orthotics specialists) to deliver a full, multidisciplinary approach to treating orthopaedic conditions.
- Joint replacement
- Sports medicine
- Musculoskeletal oncology
- Shoulder and elbow
- Spine care
