Qureos Mentor

University of Massachusetts

<div>Overview:
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POSITION SUMMARY:</b></div><div>
Under the supervision of the Manager of Veterinary Services or designee, provides clinical and laboratory support in the research animal facilities including specimen collection, treatments, assisting with rodent breeding colony management, animal health rounds and some surgical assistance. This position is considered essential, and as such requires weekend, holiday, and off hours coverage as needed and/or on a rotating basis.</div>
Responsibilities:
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
</b></div><ul><li>Observe, record, and report atypical findings of animal health or behavior, the environment and physical plant. These observations include, but are not limited to, sick animals, maintenance problems or safety hazards.</li><li>
Identify and report animal welfare concerns and/or IACUC protocol deviations.</li><li>
Provide clinical treatments, administer drugs and fluids, collect body fluids, vaccinate and euthanize animals.</li><li>
Keep accurate departmental records of work activities and communications regarding clinical cases.</li><li>
Assess and monitor health of laboratory animals, as directed by the Manager of Veterinary Services, Staff Veterinarian or designee.</li><li>
Handle, restrain and sex various species of laboratory animals.</li><li>
Update animal room records as required, including census and cage card animal identification.</li><li>
Assist with veterinary care and diagnostic sample collections.</li><li>
Assist with management of rodent breeding colonies.</li><li>
Assist in surgery as directed.</li><li>
Assist with packing animals for export to external institutions.</li><li>
Assist with the development and revision of departmental SOP&rsquo;s.</li><li>
Assist in the collection of samples for the disease surveillance program and perform assigned diagnostic laboratory tests.</li><li>
Provide sanitation and disease control, as directed, in animal the facility; may require use of aseptic techniques in barrier rooms, quarantine, or clean housing systems.</li><li>
Provide care for animals treated with hazardous agents, including organisms and radioisotopes in the Bio-Containment Suite or other designated locations.</li><li>
Perform other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
</b></h1><ul><li>AS degree in a veterinary technology program
</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i> OR
</i></b></h1><ul><li>AS degree in a non-veterinary technology program with 2 years of experience in a related field</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
OR</i></b></h1><ul><li>
High School Diploma with 4 years of experience in a related field</li><li>
American Association of Laboratory Science certification at the ALAT level must be obtained within 18 months of hire. It is expected that AALAS Registry be kept current.</li><li>
Computer proficiency and basic mathematical skills are required.</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
</b></h1><ul><li>AS degree in a veterinary technology program with 1 or more years of experience as a veterinary technician</li></ul><p><b><i>
OR</i></b></p><ul><li>
AS degree in a non-veterinary technology program with 2 years of experience as a veterinary technician</li></ul></div>

Veterinary Technician I

<div>Overview:
<div><b>
POSITION SUMMARY:
</b></div><p>Under the direction of the Manager, Animal Care &amp; Facilities or designee, the Animal Care Facilities Supervisor assists with the management of the physical animal care facilities and directs all animal husbandry and care activities in one or more assigned animal research facilities.</p>
Responsibilities:
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</b></div><ul><li>
Assist in developing and modifying, as needed, animal care policies, procedures and practices which promote high quality, cost effective operation of the animal facilities.</li><li>
Perform hiring interviews and submit hiring recommendations</li><li>
Help provide job performance training and documentation of training for animal care staff.</li><li>
Prepare and coach staff on knowledge and skills needed for AALAS certification.</li><li>
Interact with faculty, staff, and other Medical School service departments (EH&amp;S, EBS &amp; Facility Maintenance) to provide high quality, responsive animal care services; advise on technological changes affecting laboratory animal research and care.</li><li>
Oversee efficiency and effectiveness of work assigned to direct reports.</li><li>
Maintain supply and equipment inventory to sustain the day-to-day operations of the animal care program, including; feed/bedding, sanitation supplies, cage equipment, etc.</li><li>
Maintain accurate records, including: room logs, health reports, cage cards, autoclave and cage-wash records, animal census and other records as required.</li><li>
Conduct performance evaluation interviews of direct reports. Complete subsequent performance review documentation using input gained from the interviews.</li><li>
Perform routine rounds of assigned animal facilities to monitor performance of direct reports, adherence to policy/protocol of personnel working within the facility and evaluate morale.</li><li>
Identify and report physical plant items or equipment in need of repair.</li><li>
Provide information needed for annual budget projections by tracking use of materials, supplies, and equipment repairs throughout the year and provide an estimate on quantity or funds needed for the upcoming year.</li><li>
Provide weekend and holiday oversight as required.</li><li>
Perform other duties as required.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Management or any of the life sciences (e.g., animal science, biology, microbiology), or equivalent experience</li><li>
AALAS certification at the Technologist level is required, or, AALAS certification at the Technician level with successful completion of Technologist certification within 18 months of being appointed supervisor.
</li><li>1 year of experience as a supervisor in a laboratory animal facility is required (including hiring or interviewing for hiring, managing, discipline, etc. Supervisory experience with at least 2 direct reports preferred). Or, successful completion of at least 20 documented hours of Management Training Seminars/Program.</li><li>
Able to undergo and receive approval for access to select agents: a Security Risk Assessment by the Criminal Justice Informational System to obtain FBI/CDC clearance, and an internal Suitability Assessment.</li><li>
Working knowledge of, and hands-on experience with, barrier animal facilities is preferred.</li><li>
Basic computer skills and a working knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word are required.</li></ul><p><b>
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:</b></p><p>
Work is performed mainly with the animal facilities, which are located in different buildings on the several campuses. Although preventive safety measures are enforced, hazards in the workplace include:</p><ul><li>
exposure to animal odors, fur, hair, diseases, bites, scratches, cuts, dust, disinfectants, infectious agents, radioisotopes and toxic chemicals.</li><li>
Danger of falls on wet floors or from ladders and exposure to steam, heat, and humidity will occasionally be part of the work environment.</li></ul>
Additional Information:
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Supv, Animal Care Facilities

<div>Overview:
<p>
Under the direction of the Director of Quality, Disability Evaluation Services (DES) and in collaboration with other senior and executive staff, the Program Compliance Manager is responsible for assuring that disability determinations conducted within DES are compliant with state and federal regulations, and interagency agreements. In addition, this position may assist in RFP research, proposal response and in some instances, act as a funded contributor (staff assignment) in new business projects awarded.</p>
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Develop criteria and methodologies consistent with program goals to evaluate the accuracy of the process and outcome of disability determinations.</li><li>
Monitors data collection, reporting and trending activities relating to program compliance activities.</li><li>
Facilitates the Quality Assurance Team with the development of quality improvement initiatives and their overall effectiveness in accordance with the DES mission and all regulatory requirements.</li><li>
On an ongoing basis, conducts random sample assessments of disability determinations, targeting general areas of improvement and the accuracy and quality of reviews conducted by disability review staff.</li><li>
On an ongoing basis collaborates with appropriate DES staff to assist in the development and presentation of training initiatives designed to improve accuracy and quality of the review process.</li><li>
Prepares reports to the agencies regarding quality assessment.</li><li>
Provides expert content material toward RFP deliverables</li><li>
Research and draft agency procedural standards in accordance with relevant State and Federal regulations</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned/needed</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<div><b>
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree or in Health0related field or equivalent</li><li>
3-5 related professional experience; experience in health-related setting</li><li>
Provide leadership in a dynamic team environment.</li><li>
Demonstrated commitment to and experience with modern technological tools and systems</li><li>
Experience with case review in the context of applying regulations</li></ul>
Additional Information:
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Preferred Qualifications:</div><div>
Master's Degree in health-related field or equivalent</div><div>
Regulatory experience with social security disability determination process</div></div>

Mgr, Program Compliance- Disability Services

<div>Overview:
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POSITION SUMMARY:</b></div><div><br>
Under the direction of the supervisor or designee, the Maintenance Technician performs semi-skilled building and equipment maintenance and construction tasks, The Maintenance Technician assists technicians on major repairs or new construction, installs, repairs, modifies, and maintains a variety of equipment and electro-mechanical systems used including ancillary and laboratory equipment.</div>
Responsibilities:
<div><b>
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</b></div><div><ul><li><br>
Assist plumbers, electricians, carpenters, and other mechanical journeymen, in major repairs and maintenance; which may involve following blueprints and written instructions</li><li>Lubricate, clean, and paint mechanical equipment</li><li>Clean machinery, appurtenances and mechanical spaces</li><li>Build, install, and repair walls, ceilings and floors</li><li>Perform wall patching and painting</li><li>Assist in moving and setting up of furniture; as well as, other equipment and machinery</li><li>Maintain and repair maintenance tools</li><li>Perform all routine preventative maintenance inspection and adhere to set timetables for completion</li><li>Operate, troubleshoot, install, and repair all equipment and systems</li><li>Perform routine cleaning including washing, stripping and buffing floors, cleaning and disinfecting restrooms, emptying trash, vacuuming carpets, dusting and replenishing paper supplies</li><li>Perform receiving, mail distribution, and courier services</li><li>Maintain records and pertinent data</li><li>Maintain spare parts inventory</li><li>Perform other duties as required.</li></ul></div>
Qualifications:
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b><br>
<ul><li>High School diploma</li><li>0-1 years of experience working semi-skilled building and equipment maintenance and construction tasks.</li><li>Working knowledge of construction and maintenance materials and equipment</li><li>Knowledge of tools and skill to perform work using hammers, wrenches, etc.</li><li>Ability to read instructions, blueprints, and/or specifications</li><li>General knowledge of piping, plumbing, ducting and electrical systems including the interpreting of schematics and ability to work from drawings and manufacturer instructions</li><li>Ability to travel to off-site locations.</li></ul></div></div>

Maintenance Technician

<div>Overview:
<div><b>
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:
</b></div><div>Reporting to the Director of Medicine and the Facility Medical Director, the family nurse practitioner (FNP) provides comprehensive medical care to adult patients with serious mental illness in a psychiatric setting following evidenced based approaches. The FNP acts as a member of an interdisciplinary clinical team and works collaboratively with other team members to provide patient care. The patient population served consists of adults and adolescents with chronic and persistent mental health conditions served by the state&rsquo;s mental health authority. Patients have complex bio-psycho-social needs and may be forensically involved.</div>
Responsibilities:
<div><b>
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></div><ul><li>
Provide direct, wholistic medical care care including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care of adult patients in accordance with generally accepted standards of advanced practice nursing and within the scope of practice and licensure.</li><li>
Obtain histories and perform physical examinations</li><li>
Prescribe medications</li><li>
Provide medication monitoring for efficacy and side effects as required by facility protocol</li><li>
Assess patient's capacity for making informed treatment decisions</li><li>
Work collaboratively with psychiatric providers and the multi-disciplinary team to wholistically manage patients and their conditions.</li><li>
Participate in site-based performance improvement and ongoing Joint Commission compliance activities in accordance with job responsibilities</li><li>
Order laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures as clinically indicated</li><li>
Communicate findings in a comprehensive and organized fashion verbally and in writing</li><li>
Make appropriate, timely referrals and initiate treatments based on policies and procedures,</li><li>
Document health problems and plan of care in accordance with record keeping/electronic medical records standards</li><li>
Implement care in a knowledgeable, safe and cost-effective manner, utilizing therapeutic regimens in accordance with established regulations, policies, and procedures</li><li>
Evaluate and document patient progress and response to prescribed interventions</li><li>
Make referrals as necessary to the physician or other health team members</li><li>
Serve as a resource to other professionals or non-professional personnel</li><li>
Perform other duties as required.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<div><b>
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><ul><li>
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with a family nurse practitioner specialization. Board certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
</li><li>Current, unrestricted licensure as a nurse practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts</li><li>
Must have or be able to obtain Federal DEA Registration and be eligible to participate in both Medicare and Medicaid</li><li>
Must have or be able to obtain Massachusetts Controlled Substance Certificate</li></ul>
Additional Information:
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100% On-Site Position WRCH.</b></div></div>

Family Nurse Practitioner

<div>Overview:
<p>
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the Clinical Research Coordinator I is responsible for independently performing delegated tasks and procedures involving human subject research. This work includes coordination of regulatory activities and aspects of collection and management of data for research protocols related to treatment, ancillary services, and prevention practices.</p>
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Obtain consent of research participants in accordance with the IRB approved protocols and all applicable regulations including HIPAA</li><li>
Identify, schedule and/or conduct participant study visits, interviews, and tests</li><li>
Coordinate participant remuneration/compensation per protocol</li><li>
Maintain all regulatory documentation, including local or central IRB and study data. Provide data/support to study Investigators, sponsors and/or external monitors/auditors</li><li>
Identify issues with protocol compliance. Keep principal investigator and manager aware of any issues regarding compliance</li><li>
Document and collect data and/or samples for research related procedures performed during participant study visits.</li><li>
Ensure clinicians and/or PI accurately document their study activities according to protocol</li><li>
Track and maintain study enrollment and completion of milestones</li><li>
Assist with financial /operational aspects of grant and contracts. May be responsible for clinical research billing review within the required timeframe.</li><li>
Track and maintain study related information in the data management system within the required timeframe</li><li>
Responsible for monitoring the inventory of research related supplies</li><li>
Participate in grant preparation, manuscript writing, data presentations and Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes</li><li>
Provide detailed written summaries from literature searches and related sources to serve as a resource for the study team and clinicians/PIs</li><li>
Present study status reports related to assigned research projects</li><li>
Participate in the design, development, and documentation of study related data and collection tools, (e.g. questionnaires, treatment data and/or therapeutic checklists)</li><li>
Maintain strict adherence to all study protocols, including all regulatory requirements adhering to appropriate federal, local and institutional guidelines.</li><li>
Comply with all safety and infection control standards appropriate to this position</li><li>
Adhere with established policies, health and safety regulations and requirements, procedures, and department objectives</li><li>
Adhere to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and all human subject protection practices</li><li>
Must practice discretion and adhere to school and hospital confidentiality at all times</li><li>
Perform other duties as required.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a scientific or health related field, or equivalent experience</li><li>
0-1 year of related experience</li><li>
Ability to travel off site locations</li></ul>
Additional Information:
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Usual office environment, laboratory, medical, surgical, and off campus study sites</div></div>

Clinical Research Coordinator I

<div>Overview:
<div><b>
POSITION SUMMARY:</b></div><div>
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for independently performing delegated tasks and procedures involving human subject research. This work includes coordination of regulatory activities and aspects of collection and management of data for research protocols related to treatment, ancillary services, and prevention practices.</div><div></div><div><br>
This is an open-rank posting (there are 4 levels of Clinical Research Coordinator) - candidates will be hired into the level commensurate with their experience.</div>
Responsibilities:
<div><b>
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</b></div><div><b>
Clinical Research Coord I:</b></div><ul><li>
Obtain consent of research participants in accordance with the IRB approved protocols and all applicable regulations including HIPAA</li><li>
Identify, schedule and/or conduct participant study visits, tests and/or interviews/telephone follow up calls</li><li>
Coordinate participant remuneration/compensation per protocol</li><li>
Maintain all regulatory documentation, including local or central IRB and study data. Provide data/support to study Investigators, sponsors and/or external monitors/auditors</li><li>
Identify issues with protocol compliance. Keep principal investigator and manager aware of any issues regarding compliance</li><li>
Document and collect data and/or samples for research related procedures performed during participant study visits.</li><li>
Ensure clinicians and/or PI accurately document their study activities according to protocol</li><li>
Track and maintain study enrollment and completion of milestones</li><li>
Assist with financial /operational aspects of grant and contracts. May be responsible for clinical research billing review within the required timeframe.</li><li>
Track and maintain study related information in the data management system within the required timeframe</li><li>
Responsible for monitoring the inventory of research related supplies</li><li>
Participate in grant preparation, manuscript writing, data presentations and Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes</li><li>
Provide detailed written summaries from literature searches and related sources to serve as a resource for the study team and clinicians/PIs</li><li>
Present study status reports related to assigned research projects</li><li>
Participate in the design, development, and documentation of study related data and collection tools, (e.g. questionnaires, treatment data and/or therapeutic checklists)</li><li>
Maintain strict adherence to all study protocols, including all regulatory requirements adhering to appropriate federal, local and institutional guidelines.</li><li>
Comply with all safety and infection control standards appropriate to this position</li><li>
Adhere with established policies, health and safety regulations and requirements, procedures, and department objectives</li><li>
Adhere to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and all human subject protection practices</li><li>
Must practice discretion and adhere to school and hospital confidentiality at all times</li><li>
Perform other duties as required.</li></ul><div><b>
Clinical Research Coord II</b></div><div>
Duties noted above plus:</div><ul><li>
Conduct preliminary quality assurance reviews of study data</li><li>
Contribute to data presentations and Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes</li><li>
Track and maintain study related information in the data management system within the required timeframe
</li><li>Contribute to the design, development, and documentation of study related data and collection tools, (e.g. questionnaires, treatment data and/or therapeutic checklists)</li><li>
Document and collect data/ samples for research related procedures performed during participant study visits. Ensure clinicians and/or PI accurately document their study activities according to protocol.</li><li>
Monitor strict adherence to all study protocols, including all regulatory requirements adhering to appropriate federal, local and institutional guidelines. Identify and resolve issues with protocol compliance. Keep principal investigator and manager aware of any issues regarding compliance</li></ul><div><b>
Clinical Research Coord III</b></div><div>
Duties noted above plus:</div><ul><li>
Assist with recruiting, screening, selecting, maintaining and terminating study subjects for multiple protocols</li><li>
Ensure accuracy and completion of all regulatory documentation, including local or central IRB and study data. Provide data/support to study Investigators, sponsors and/or external monitors/auditors</li><li>
Direct the activities of research support staff. Assist with the training of staff</li><li>
Develop preliminary designs for study related documentation of data and collection tools, (e.g. questionnaires, treatment data and/or therapeutic checklists)</li><li>
Contribute to grant preparation, assessment of protocol feasibility, manuscript writing, data presentations and Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes</li></ul><div><b>
Sr Clinical Research Coord</b></div><div>
Duties noted above plus:</div><ul><li>
Responsible for internal review/monitoring of clinical data for quality assurance purposes. Reports findings</li><li>
Responsible for the smooth operation of all assigned studies on a day-to-day basis, interacting with investigators, staff members, clinicians, sponsors, etc. to ensure project timelines and goals are met</li><li>
Contribute independently to the development of preliminary designs for study related documentation of data and collection tools, (e.g. questionnaires, treatment data and/or therapeutic checklists)</li><li>
May Supervise the activities of research support staff. Assist with the selection, training, and supervision of staff</li><li>
Prepare ongoing summary reports from various data sources, and collaborate with investigators on data presentation, interpretation, and the writing of manuscripts for publication and grant proposals</li><li>
Identify and resolve issues with protocol compliance. Keep principal investigator and manager aware of any issues regarding compliance</li><li>
Accountable for quality assurance reviews of study data</li><li>
Assist with financial /operational aspects of grant and contracts. Responsible for clinical research billing review within the required timeframe.</li><li>
Contribute independently to grant preparation, assessment of protocol feasibility, manuscript writing, data presentations and Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
Qualifications:
<div><b>
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><div><b>
Clinical Research Coord I:</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a scientific or health related field, or equivalent experience</li><li>
0-1 year of related experience</li><li>
Ability to travel off site locations</li></ul><div><b>
Clinical Research Coord II:</b></div><ul><li>
Requirements noted for CRC I plus:</li><li>
1-3 years of related experience</li></ul><div><b>
Clinical Research Coord III:</b></div><ul><li>
Requirements noted for CRC I plus:</li><li>
3-5 years of related experience</li></ul><div><b>
Sr Clinical Research Coord:</b></div><ul><li>
Requirements noted for CRC I plus:</li><li>
5-7 years of related experience</li><li>
Demonstrated knowledge of quality management principles in a scientific or hospital setting</li></ul></div>

Clinical Research Coordinator - Open Rank

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