Reporting to the Director of Interprofessional
Practice and Research, Chief Nursing Executive, the Research & Quality Coordinator
will facilitate research projects involving staff who work in the division of
all areas/services offered by ESHC. Erie Shores Healthcare works to create new
knowledge and evidence to support ESHC in providing high quality exemplary care.
Our mission at ESHC is to be regarded as a strong and progressive community
hospital, committed to providing high-quality and compassionate care in a
sustainable manner.
The successful applicant will be
required to work 37.5 hours per week; Monday-Friday. Clinic setting work within
hospital; exposure to adults and/or caregivers. Flexibility to work remotely in
a hybrid work model that would include both remote work and on-site work.
Please attach a resume and a
cover letter when applying. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Under the general supervision of the CNE/Clinical
Practice Managers, the Research & Quality Coordinator will:
Research:
· Adhere to
policies and procedures established for the assigned department while
supporting the Mission, Vision and Values of Erie Shores HealthCare
· Liaise with a
variety of stakeholders to build research capacity and ensure the successful
coordination of all research related tasks
· Work closely
with WE-SPARK Health Institute to leverage and grow research capacity
· Coordinate the
execution of research activities in accordance with the Tri-Council Policy
Statement (TCPS2) and other relevant guidelines and legislation
· Coordinate and
facilitate research projects from start to finish, including:
o Protocol development and measurement strategy
o Prepare, submit, and manage applications and
associated administrative tasks with regard to Research Ethics Board and any
and all external PIs/research teams
o Project launch and implementation
o Support participant recruitment, including
screening and obtaining informed consent
o Create and maintain research files and
databases according to study guidelines (Clinical Practice Guidelines) ensuring
data integrity.
· Perform basic
statistics and support the analysis and dissemination of research findings
(reports, patient briefs, draft manuscripts, conference submissions, posters,
presentations and other knowledge translation materials) Perform literature
searches and summarize research articles
· Co-ordinate,
organize, attend and/or chair relevant research meetings
· Perform
quantitative and qualitative analysis
· Assist in
preparation of grant/funding submissions
· Monitor grant
accounts
· Act as a main
organizational contact person with the University of Windsor REB for all
submission inquires
· Ensure compliance
with current regulations
· Maintain a
detailed database to track all research activities conducted at ESHC
Quality Improvement: · Support the organizational Quality Improvement Plan, develop monitor and
report on all activities, processes, and procedures including internal audits
· Determine data-driven solutions and implement quality improvement plans
· Perform regular inspections and reviews to ensure employees adhere to
quality and safety policies
· Suggesting improvements in the process and pathways
· Assist with the development of company
policies, processes, and procedures
· Work in collaboration with the team members
· Conduct quality training sessions and workshops if required
· Perform any other relevant duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
· Master’s
Degree in Science, Arts or other health related field required
· 1-2 years of research
experience required
· GCP, TPCS-2,
certifications required
· Understanding
of research design and methodology, guidelines and standards governing clinical
research required
· Understanding
of the Personal Health Information Protection Act and good clinical practices required
· Health care
research experience preferred
· Project
management/project coordination experience preferred
· Experience
with Health Canada Procedures preferred
· Bilingualism
(English/French) preferred
· Experience
with CERNER/EPIC is an asset
· Data
Management experience (REDCap) an asset
· Knowledge and
practice of statistical software, including SPSS
· Experience in
report writing, publication and communication briefs
· Excellent
computer skills, including advanced knowledge of research related software
(Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, literature search engines, Reference Manager or
equivalent)
· Outstanding
organizational, accountability and time management skills
· Ability to work
independently with minimal supervision and think critically
· Ability to
work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
· Excellent
written and verbal communication skills
· Excellent
inter-personnel skills
Erie Shores
HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer.
Accommodations available on request in all parts of the recruitment and
assessment process as required under ESHC’s Accommodation Policy.
As a
condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19
vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.
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