Trauma Service Coordinator

About the role

HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

The role involves developing and preparing research protocols, preparing and submitting research grant applications, managing and reporting on research grants, and providing statistical analysis for ongoing research projects. Additional responsibilities include drafting research manuscripts, tables, and figures, preparing medical illustrations and diagrams, performing laboratory studies, and providing assistance with laboratory anatomical dissection and arterial cannulation in research specimens.

• Develops and prepares research protocols (IRB, IACUC, etc.)
• Prepares and submits research grant applications (OTA, AONA, etc.)
• Manages and reports on research grants
• Provides statistical analysis for ongoing research projects
• Drafts research manuscript, tables, and figures
• Prepares medical illustrations and diagrams for manuscripts, chapters, and presentations
• Performs laboratory studies including biomechanical and vascular perfusion research
• Provides assistance with laboratory anatomical dissection and arterial cannulation in research specimens
• Provides set-up and basic operation of 3.0-T General Electric MRI scanner for vascular research studies
• Performs region of interest quantitative-MRI analysis to assess vascular tissue perfusion
• Assists with tissue preparation and cataloging for histology, sectioning, SEM coating, etc.
• Provides generation of research activity reports for research meetings and presentations
• Coordinates OTS research meetings and provide updates on active OTS projects
• Provides coordination and assistance with resident/fellow BioSkills Education Laboratory surgical skills sessions
• Provides coordination of OTS resident education conference presentations
• Provides assistance with OTS academic schedule and oversight
• Schedules and coordinates multidisciplinary conferences
• Updates conference topic list and archives service presentations

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, with a Master's degree preferred. ACRP, SOCRA, or similar certification is also preferred. The candidate should have 3-5 years of clinical research experience, with statistical analysis experience and familiarity with data capture platforms such as RedCap and EMRs (Epic) being a plus.

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred
• ACRP, SOCRA, or similar certification preferred
• 3-5 years of clinical research experience required
• Statistical analysis experience preferred
• Familiarity with data capture platforms such as RedCap and EMRs (Epic) preferred

Skills

The candidate should have proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, and Word, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational, problem-solving, customer service, and interpersonal skills. The ability to multitask and knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, Human Subjects research regulations, and HIPAA compliance are also required.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, and Word
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, customer service, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice for the handling of specimens and blood
• Knowledge of Human Subjects research regulations and HIPAA compliance
• Knowledge of FDA regulations for clinical trials

Working Conditions

The role involves sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about the department and traverse the hospital campus. The work environment is located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise.

Behavioral & Leadership Competencies

The ideal candidate will demonstrate critical thinking, clear and organized communication, and a collaborative mindset. They will be empowered to share ideas and points of view, and will be committed to the mission of HSS.

• Performance Mindset: Demonstrates critical thinking to identify challenges impacting work and recommends solutions
• Communication: Communicates in a clear and organized manner that achieves desired results
• Collaboration: Understands how one's work connects and intersects with other team member’s work and HSS’ goals
• Empowerment: Shares ideas and points of view
• Engagement: Cares about the mission of HSS
• Adherence to HSS Policies: Respects and holds self and/or others accountable to following HSS Policies and Code of Conduct