Chief Program Assistant (PROTECT)

Company: University of Utah
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: September 23, 2022

Job Description:

DetailsOpen Date 12/17/2021Requisition Number PRN28768BJob Title PS Program AssistantWorking Title Chief Program Assistant (PROTECT)Job Grade CFLSA Code NonexemptPatient Sensitive Job Code? YesStandard Hours per Week 40Full Time or Part Time? Full TimeShift DayWork Schedule SummaryMonday Friday 8:00 am -5:00 pm, some nights and weekends as needed for the grantVP Area U of U Health - AcademicsDepartment 00958 - DFPM-AdministrationLocation CampusCity Salt Lake City, UTType of Recruitment External PostingPay Rate Range 12.02 to 18.00 (DOQ)Close DateOpen Until Filled YesJob SummaryProvides support and assists with the overall administration and development of specific department programs.This position is considered Category I: Mandatory and required on campus or health care facilities to support on-site operations. Employees hired into this category will be required to be physically located at the DFPM facility if they are healthy and without COVID -19 symptoms.ResponsibilitiesAssists in the implementation, quality control and completion of a COVID -19 study funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC ). Assists the Coordinator in establishing and accomplishing study objectives, and ensures recruitment and follow-up of the study participants throughout the course of the studies. Assists study management, including technical functions of the research programs. Obtains participant consent and reports and tracks adverse events and protocol deviations.Maintains up-to-date files and records of research data. Searches sources such as reference works, documents, statistical records, etc. and evaluates applicability of collected data to research subject. May draft correspondence to answer inquiries and respond to requests from outside agencies about specific projects. May edit research papers, project reports, and publication materials; may make arrangements for the printing and graphic art requirements for printed materials. May maintain an internal library on project information resources and data collected. Performs quality control through path audits in order to resolve discrepancies and overlaps with data. Schedules appointments, visits, and meetings.Incumbents in this position are expected to be familiar with the departments policies and procedures and have working knowledge of University and department organizations and procedures in order to answer and assist staff and visitors. Incumbents are also expected to demonstrate sensitivity to others needs while being understanding and helpful on the job. This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required Nearly Continuously: Office environment.Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. Problem Solviing.PreferencesMinimum QualificationsAssociates degree in a related field, or equivalency, plus two years of related experience required; ability to use logic and reasoning to prioritize tasks; computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet software, and/or database software preferred; demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills also required.Bachelors degree in a related field may be preferred.This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.PreferencesType Benefited StaffSpecial Instructions SummaryAdditional InformationThe University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veterans status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:Director/ Title IX CoordinatorOffice of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)135 Park BuildingSalt Lake City, UT 84112801-581-8365oeo@utah.eduOnline reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.eduFor more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu (%20employment@utah.edu) or call 801-581-2300.The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (URS). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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