Job Description: The Research Assistant will provide support to a study at the Vancouver General Hospital (VGH) and St. Paul’s Hospital (SPH) Emergency Departments (ED) to screen patients for harmful opioid use and to offer eligible patients buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone). The study is trialing two methods of Suboxone dosing in our take-home packages (standard dosing and microdosing, a novel approach). The incumbent will be involved in a full range of research activities including screening, consenting and enrolling study participants, conducting follow-up procedures, and data entry. Job Responsibilities: Assists with study data entry. Communicates with emergency physicians, nurses, pharmacists and social workers about patient needs. Surveys patients and healthcare providers about their experiences in the ED during their ED visit. Any other duties as required. Assists with patient follow-up procedures. Receives consent and enrolls eligible patients into the study. Collects basic patient data at time of enrollment. Identifies eligible research study participants. Assists with follow-up procedures, e.g. faxing forms to primary care providers and pharmacy. Job Requirements: Ability to exercise appropriate tact, discretion and confidentiality in all matters. Ability to work a flexible schedule that will include evenings and weekends. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Demonstrates empathy, compassion, and respect when working with vulnerable populations. Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment. Ability to work respectfully and efficiently in a high paced emergency department environment Ability to deal with a diversity of people in a courteous, and effective manner. Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to effectively use computer software, such as MS Word and MS Excel. Ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to learn new software, research methods, and work routines. Job Details: Company: The University of British Columbia Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Vancouver, BC, USA Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here careers-trivia.net
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