Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Minneapolis MN
Location: Minneapolis Minnesota
Description: DaVita, Inc. is at the momment seeking for Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Minneapolis MN right now, this occupation will be placed in Minnesota. For complete informations about this occupation opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The NP/PA is responsible for the medical oversight in the c! onduct of human-subjects research and for protecting the safety and welfare of the subjects enrolled in the research.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all-inclusive. Note that some job functions may be delegated to research staff as appropriate.
Pre-Study Management
Protocol Evaluation:
Understand the trial design including its clinical, scientific, statistical, and ethical integrity
Provide protocol feedback to sponsor/CRO
Assist in development of protocol design, if applicable
Read and maintain general understanding of the Investigator's Brochure as it relates to the protocol
Site Preparation and Initiation:
Oversee the research staff and support appropriate training of the staff in compliance with GCP with the protocol
Study-Related Activities
Laboratory Results:
Interpret laboratory val! ues and alerts according to protocol and subject safety, document appropriately
Provide direct patient care as related to laboratory and clinical findings with subject related to protocol, for patient safety
Adverse Events (AE and SAE):
Determine causality of expected or unexpected results associated with investigational product
Document, classify and manage adverse events
Assure proper medical care and follow-up until resolution or stabilization of adverse events
Study Completion:
Assure follow-up medical care for subjects, if applicable
Prepare for and respond to sponsor/CRO, regulatory, or internal audits, questions, comments related to PI
Responsbilities and Obligations:
Conduct research in accordance with the clinical trial agreement
Facilitate or verify formal approvals according to ICH GCP and any regional or local requirements
Oversee progress reports to! the IRB at least annually, and as requested
Ensure compliance with ICH GCP and any regional, state and federal requirements
Maintain communication with the IRB regarding continuing review, SAE, IND safety reports, protocol amendments, protocol deviations, ICF modifications, final reports, and changes to investigator agreements
Maintain current knowledge of clinical research issues
Follow HIPAA regulations
On-call as required
Weekend site coverage for H&P and drug dosing
Subject Management
Recruitment:
Participate in the selection of trial subjects
Assure subjects meet inclusion/exclusion criteria for protocols
Ensure compliance with data protection
Provide clinical services as direced by protocol:
History and physical
EKG read
Clinical care for patient safety
Informed Consent:
Ensure the protection of human subjects !
Explain study to subject
Assess subject understanding! of study requirements
Obtain all required signatures
Document obtaining consent in source documents
Study Conduct:
Perform and/or supervise the conduct of study-related procedures and monitor the safety of the trial subjects and research staff
Manage and motivate the research staff
Establish and maintain professional relationships with trial subjects
Facilitate effective communications with sponsor, IRB, institution and regulatory authorities
Documentation and Administration
Case Report Forms:
Review inclusion/exclusion criteria
Collect accurate and verifiable data and other essential study documents (i.e. Medical History, Primary Physician follow-up)
Data entry and validation as required by PI or Sub-I role per protocol
Study Documentation:
Review other medical history as it relates to the patient and the protocol
Assure query resolu! tion with the sponsor.
Maintain progress notes.
Document communication with study contacts.
Document protocol deviations.
Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, licenses, certifications, and experience required to fulfill the essential duties, include computer skills as required.
Graduated from an accredi! ted PA / NP School
Current State License (Minnesota)
Prefer 3 year practical clinical experience
Prefer 2 year clinical research experience.
ESSENTIAL BEHAVIORS, SKILLS, AND ATTITUDES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS IN THIS POSITION
Commitment to and role model of DaVita's values of Service Excellence, Integrity, Team, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Fulfillment and Fun with ability to demonstrate those positively and proactively to patients, teammates, management, physicians, and/or vendors (Village Service Partners) in everyday performance and interactions
Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adjust priorities appropriately in an evolving work environment with shifting time frames; self-starter with high degree of initiative, urgency, and follow through
Innovative, analytical thinker with demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis, prepare and implement action plans, and lead improvem! ent initiatives
Demonstrated ability to create, refine, and manage new business processes
Willingness and desire to create a team learning environment and to foster a positive, fulfilling work environment
Demonstrated ability to balance department efficiency and field service excellence
Willingness to assist teammates in order to achieve departmental goals
Demonstrated strengths in teambuilding and leadership skills
Demonstrated willingness, desire, and ability to supervise with aptitude for coaching, mentoring, training, and developing teammate performance and skills required
Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teammates with confidence in work processes and goals
Ability to maintain open and clear communication with teammates
Demonstrated desire and willingness to train new teammates and provide ongoing mentoring and coaching; able to coach teammates to achieve continuous improvement
Ability to maximize resources to accomplish key metrics
! Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills including ability to listen attentively and to communicate information clearly and effectively
Demonstrated ability to work well with cross-functional groups
Demonstrated interpersonal, collaborative, and relationship-building skills; ability to interact positively with teammates at all levels across the company
Approachable and open
Demonstrated ability to communicate difficult or sensitive information tactfully
Demonstrated proficiency in consultative skills when addressing inquiries
Join us as we pursue our vision " To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen . "
Why wait? Explore a career with DaVita today.
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This occupation starts available on: Thu, 16 May 2013 04:19:25 GMT
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