Research Assistant

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Description

As part of our patient-centered care initiative, this role will play a key role in supporting older adult patients by providing feedback on a Shared Decision-Making (SDM) Tool. This opportunity involves direct interaction with patients following their clinical visits.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist older adult patients in completing a post-administration survey after using the Shared Decision-Making Tool with their physician.
• Ensure patients understand the purpose of the survey and provide guidance through the survey questions as needed, while maintaining a respectful and supportive approach.
• Maintain accurate records of all completed surveys, including logging and reporting the total number of submissions for tracking and evaluation purposes.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure timely follow-up with patients and smooth integration into the clinical workflow.
• Adhere to patient confidentiality and privacy standards at all times.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• This role works out of: the Grady Lee and White Clinic, 1000 White St SE, Suite 1004, Atlanta, GA, 30310 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current student pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in a science-related field. 

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remotely is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to the employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.