Research Facilitator II

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HJF is seeking a Research Facilitator II to support the Murtha Cancer Center Research Program (MCCRP) at the MCCRP Rockledge Office located in Bethesda, Maryland. This position will work in support of the Veterans Affairs (VA) Prometheus Research studies. The incumbent will assist with virtual/telephone patient consents, intake form completion, and data entry. Candidate will solve problems of moderate complexity in carrying out VA Prometheus research projects in an office environment.

The John P. Murtha Cancer Center at Walter Reed Bethesda is a modern, patient-centric, tri-service military healthcare facility. Its comprehensive core of military and civilian oncologists and other cancer- trained clinicians and researchers provide multidisciplinary cancer-care delivery and patient-family support services. Our Cancer Center, the only DoD Cancer Center of Excellence within the Military Health System, offers its patients access to cutting-edge cancer diagnostic and treatment technologies.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Schedules and administers a virtual facilitated patient interview using the Veterans - Military and Occupational Assessment Tool (V-MOAT) for the VA in support of the MCCRP's PROMETHEUS study for Cancer Moonshot 2.
• Collects baseline and follow-up data ensuring compliance and quality assurance are met.
• Serves as primary point of contact and liaison for the VA Prometheus studies by completing intake forms, phone calls/voicemails for Coordinating Center review.
• Maintains clear and accurate research records. Performs data entry for VA Prometheus research projects and may maintain data and database(s). Supports the VA Prometheus team with electronic health record reviews/retrieval of data.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline highly preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience is required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow basic instructions.
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients and staff.
• Experience searching the Electronic Health Record.
• Proactive problem solving and project coordination skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines of projects.
• Knowledge of proper grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to operate a computer and virtual meeting software (MS Teams and Google Meet).
• Effectively communicate with a diverse group of people.
• Has knowledge of medical terminology, particularly including exposure terminology highly preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust Investigation.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The hourly pay range for this position is $24.08-$32.50. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Some HJF employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination or an approved religious or medical accommodation will be required.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.