Research Interviewer

Collects primary data for research projects by interviewing study subjects and recording and organizing study subject interview status. Works under close supervision.

$19.18 - $23.99 Hourly

What We Provide

• Referral bonus opportunities
• Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays
• Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
• Employer-matched retirement saving funds
• Personal and financial wellness programs
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Internal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities

What You Will Do

• Telephones potential study subjects (e.g., VNS Health patients, staff) to solicit cooperation for research study participation, provides information and answers questions about protocol process.
• Prescreens study subjects via the telephone using a structured questionnaire or other data collection tool(s).
• Schedules appointments for in-home interviews and/or telephone interviews with eligible study subjects and conducts follow up interviews, as needed per specific study protocol.
• Travels to study participants' homes and/or other facilities with varying environments (e.g., elevated buildings, walk-ups, care facilities, single/multiple family homes, presence of pets, etc.) using approved transportation options to conduct personal interviews with study subjects.
• Collects body and fluid specimens and tests study participant vital signs (e.g., blood pressure), as needed per specific study protocol.
• Keeps detailed records of study subject contact and interview information in a logical and organized format.
• Follows appropriate informed consent procedures and adheres to guidelines for research involving human subjects.
• Participates in training and on-going efforts to ensure data integrity. Reviews data collection instruments for completeness and accuracy before submitting to project staff. Responds in a timely manner when notified of problems with instruments or interviewing techniques.
• Transports and utilizes required medical equipment and supplies using VNS Health designated carrying case weighing approximately 25 - 30 lbs. to and from study participant homes/care facilities, VNS Health offices and other locations, as needed per specific study protocol.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid drivers license as determined by operational/regional needs Required

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalency Required
• Bachelor's Degree in health care, social services or social sciences Preferred

Work Experience:

• Prior experience working in a health care setting, home care or geriatrics Preferred
• Candidates will also have prior interviewing experience and strong communication skills Preferred
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills required, along with the ability to work autonomously without direct day-to-day supervision Required
• Candidates must also have access to a personal computer with internet access to receive daily communications from research group Required
• Must be self-motivated to set own work schedule and interviews with patients Required