Clinical Data Specialist

Clinical Data Specialist

Newborn Screening Jamaica Plain

Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the Clinical Data Specialist Ii coordinates the Endocrine Follow-Up Program, both short term and long term, for hypothyroidism and congenital adrenal hyperplasia. The Clinical Data Specialist provides epidemiological support for studies involving data review of newborn screening database and endocrine follow-up database. In addition, the Clinical Data Specialist assists the Project Manager with decision-making and communication of our-of-range laboratory results.

REQUIRED FUNCTIONS

Provides routine telephone contact, to physician of record, for suspected endocrine disorders.

Tracks requests for repeat specimens of suspected endocrine disorders.

Contacts physician of record and/or endocrinologist to obtain follow-up information.

Works with systems analysts further develop medical information and tracking systems.

Collects and maintains patient test data for long-term follow-up databases.

Assists follow-up supervisor in performing statistical analyses and reports as necessary.

Consults with professional staff to plan projected studies.

Assists in the preparation of text and charts for presentations/publications.

Work on operational and scientific projects as requested.

Perform other duties as required

To apply:

Apply online using this address:

  https://www.jobs-umassmed.org/umm/jobboard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*5092964793D733BE

Resumes may also be mailed or faxed to: Human Resources, University of Massachusetts Medical School, 419 Belmont Street, Worcester, MA 01604, 508-856-2390. Please reference code 08-0418

About Newborn Screening:

Newborn Screening is a division of the University of Massachusetts Medical School and is located in Jamaica Plain. We are a half block from the Forest Hills MBTA stop. The Newborn Screening Program tests blood samples from all newborns in the state of Massachusetts and other New England states to determine the presence of critical disorders. The purpose of the testing is to identify babies who require medical intervention, thereby reducing mental retardation, morbidity and death.

About UMMS: At the University of Massachusetts Medical School, we take seriously our mission to serve the people of Massachusetts. We do this by achieving national distinction in health sciences education, research and public service. In the area of research, UMMS has achieved world-class status. Research is conducted in the laboratory, ambulatory clinic and at the bedside, contributing significantly to medical science and to the state's economy, as well as enhancing our ability to attract outstanding faculty members for all three schools. Extramural research funding totals over $174 million, placing UMMS in the top 40 among the nation's medical schools in funding. We are also proud to have been awarded the Nobel Prize in 2006 in Physiology or Medicine for 2006 for Craig C. Mello, PhD, and his colleague Andrew Fire, PhD, of Stanford University, for their discoveries related to RNA interference.

Benefits at UMMS: We offer highly competitive salaries based on experience and education. In addition, we offer an excellent benefits package including work/life balance programs consisting of meals-to-go, offsite UMass run day care centers, nursing mother rooms, lunchtime seminars and 3 dry cleaning drop off sites. Also, we offer state retirement, generous time off policies, 13 paid holidays, paid continuing education, health, dental and vision coverage. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMMS recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.

 EDUCATION, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Bachelor?s Degree in a relevant science curriculum, or equivalent.

Experience using computer databases and statistical software.

Ability to communicate effectively and to work cooperatively with staff at all levels of the organization, as well as with other public and health care professionals.


As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMMS recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications for individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.