Job Category:

Research & Research Administration

Work Shift/Schedule:

Varies

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the Role:

Job Summary

Primarily assist the Director of GME Research in the facilitation and maintenance of a robust and sustainable GME research environment which engages and supports residents and their faculty throughout the research cycle. Performs duties with latitude for independent judgment and decision-making; performs a variety of complicated tasks within the department. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Licensure or other certifications: CITI biomedical research certification
• Educational Requirements: Masters Degree
• Minimum Experience: One (1) year of experience health or health education research field, or evidence of a completed research dissertation
• Other: Masters Degree (with research or dissertation component) in Health Sciences, Educational research, life sciences, MBA

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Green belt
• Preferred Educational Requirements:
• Preferred Experience:
• Other:

NGHS Core Competencies

• Being Vulnerable: Admits mistakes and shortcomings; Shares thoughts and feelings openly; Is transparent without hidden agendas; Seen as authentic and genuine; Open and non-defensive to feedback
• Communicating Effectively: Shares information fully and offers knowledge and experience; Conveys ideas in a manner that engages others; Takes unpopular positions if necessary; Engages in unfiltered dialogue; Relates to others in a respectful manner, regardless of level, personality and background
• Being Accountable: Demonstrates tenacity and perseverance; Takes initiative; Engages resources to overcome obstacles; Has the courage to do the right thing even when difficult; Acts with integrity in accordance with our Core Values
• Displaying Empathy: Shares in the joys and pains of others; Is available and offers to help others; Shows concern for the challenges of others; Has a positive and kind demeanor; Takes a non-judgmental approach with others
• Holding Others Accountable: Provides current actionable feedback, both corrective and reinforcing; Doesn’t allow problems to fester; Takes action when necessary, even if unpleasant; Uses every opportunity to give reinforcing feedback to others; Helps others see their blind spots
• Listening: Practices attentive and active listening; Listens for the unsaid; Asks questions to confirm understanding; Hears people out without interrupting; Is open to viewpoints of others
• Managing Disagreement: Acknowledges differing viewpoints and sees it as an opportunity to learn; Doesn’t run away from conflict; Strives for win/win solutions; Hammers out tough agreements; Finds common ground and solves problems for the good of all
• Promoting Teamwork: Values the contributions of all; Connects others’ roles to organizational and team success; Encourages and supports; Cuts across boundaries to get things done; Puts own needs aside for good of the team and the organization
• Striving for Continuous Improvement: Experiments regularly with new ideas and approaches; Willing to fail; Learns from mistakes; Always seeks to be better tomorrow than today; Adapts to change

Organization Expectations

• Quest: Demonstrates/utilizes Quest tools in department.
• Talent Development:  Coaches and develops staff.
• Safety:  Promotes patient, visitor and staff safety and effectively manages hazards that lead to injury or harm.
• Productivity:  Meets productivity expectations.
• Regulatory Compliance:  Ensures department’s compliance with all regulatory, DNV, mandatory education, and similar requirements.

Key Performance Indicators (KPI)

Identifies unit/department level goals that align with the organization's Key Performance Indicators.

HIPAA (Health Information Portability and Accountability Act)

If, in the normal course of my duties and responsibilities, I am required to access protected health information (PHI) and electronic protected health information (EPHI) for the purposes of treatment, payment and operations within Northeast Georgia Health System, I will limit such access to only the minimum necessary amount of PHI and EPHI necessary to perform the functions of my job.  If access is not required in the normal course of my duties and responsibilities, I will not access PHI or EPHI.

Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, WebEx). Knowledge of LMS Canvas is a plus
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of individuals
• Knowledge of ACGME research and scholarly activity requirements and reporting processes
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
• Demonstrated evidence of exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to think analytically and display effective brainstorming ability and creativity
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be able to communicate effectively with all levels

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

• Facilitate GME residents/fellows/faculty and staff, in approved research projects through the GME Research Development Processes, ensuring appropriate documentation, data management and federally compliant storage of research documentation.
• Understands and reviews federal research requirements to be able to conduct ethical informed consent processes for projects.
• Coordination the collection of faculty scholarly activity and tracking of department metrics to assist the department data developer.
• Facilitate group discussions at research skills learning sessions.
• Present at internal and external events - academic presentations and research promotion events.
• Obtain required approvals for all stages of research projects.
• Conducts descriptive data analysis for research studies with appropriate tables and figures for presentation/publication.
• Mentor and teach pipeline and MS4 students as part of department speed research and pipeline initiatives.
• Collaborate across disciplines, service lines and programs to help research to become expansive and inclusive.
• Assist in grant application development.
• Other projects and activities as directed in order to meet department goals.
• Write a monthly article or blog for website.
• Assist in website maintenance.
• Assist in teaching basic statistics and data analytics to stakeholders.
• Ensures appropriate documentation and reports are available for assigned reports.

Physical Demands

• Weight Lifted: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time
• Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time
• Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time
• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Occasionally 0-30%
• Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65%
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65%
• Intensity of Work: Occasionally 0-30%
• Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding, Driving

Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. 

NGHS: Opportunities start here.

Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.