Research Assistant (52408)

Position Summary:

The Research Assistant is responsible for maintaining the Clinical Database System (CDS), conducting basic statistical analyses, tracking clients, and conducting client follow-up assessments. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions:

• Serves as a member of the Research and Evaluation Team, collecting baseline, discharge, and follow-up data on clients;
• Scores assessment instruments and develops and enters data into statistical databases;
• Enters results of all evaluation tools in the Clinical Database System (CDS);
• Monitors quantitative and qualitative data collection processes and coordinates the compilation and management of data;
• Maintains a tracking and follow-up log for all clients;
• Engages and builds rapport with all clients to assist with tracking and follow-up, and administers Client Perception Surveys;
• Conducts chart audits for evaluation purposes and Client and Staff focus groups;
• Maintains Research and Evaluation files for each client;
• Conducts basic statistical analyses and produces reports as required ;
• Produces reports for the Program Director, Area Director, and/or Regional Vice President as needed;
• Provides feedback to the Program Director, Area Director, and/or Regional Vice President regarding attainment of goals and objective as well as data collection;
• Assists area and programmatic leadership in Performance Improvement activities;
• Assists other WestCare staff as needed to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community;
• Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;
• Performs any other duties as assigned.