Research Area Specialist Lead - Term Limited Position

Company: University Of Michigan
Location: Ann Arbor
Posted on: April 6, 2021

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Research Area Specialist Lead - Term Limited Position

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• Help and FAQ How to Apply A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Job Summary The Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine (PCCM) is a recognized national leader in the area of Asthma and Airway Disease Research. Excellent service is an expected and integral part of the PCCM culture. Due to this recent growth in asthma research awards, we are seeking an exceptionally well-qualified individual to play a critical role in data abstraction and reporting. Mission Statement Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society. Why Join Michigan Medicine? Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000--employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good. What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
  • Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
  • --Retirement Savings Opportunities Responsibilities*
    • Identifies patients for inclusion into severe asthma databases through the application of provided program inclusion/exclusion criteria and protocols.
    • Identifies the appropriate resources necessary in obtaining valid, reliable data for entry
    • into the program.
    • Demonstrates effective utilization of the hospital medical record systems in the collection of asthma related treatments and procedures.
    • Has a thorough understanding of asthma treatment and an ability to interpret clinical testing reports
    • Identifies opportunities for streamlining and process improvement in the data collection process.
    • Utilizes software applications for data collection and analysis.
    • Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of data into the program's database and meets the caseload accrual requirement protocol. Required Qualifications*
      • Education: Clinical Master's degree of Registered Nurse (RN) or higher.
      • Clinical Experience: Minimum 10 years' experience in pulmonary care, preferably in asthma
      • Clinical chart review and/or abstraction experience
      • Quality Improvement: experience with quality improvement or patient safety preferred.
      • Ability to build relationships and articulate issues/concerns to receive an appropriate level of
      • Computer and Internet experience required, especially with Microsoft Office products such as Word (required), Excel (required) and PowerPoint (preferred).
      • Database data entry and/or management experience Additional Information This is a one-year term limited position with the possibility of extension. Extension will be based on the availability of funding and performance. Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses. Application Deadline Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may--begin as early as the eighth day after posting.--This--opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. U-M EEO/AA Statement The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
        • Job Opening ID 195403
          • Working Title Research Area Specialist Lead - Term Limited Position

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