We are seeking a casual **_Research Program Assistant_** who will be involved in data collection, data entry, and operational functions for a research program. **Specific Duties & Responsibilities** + Collect data via abstraction from paper and electronic medical records + Maintain logs of patient screening, treatments, and visits + Perform data entry, data management, and calculations using a computerized database, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Review data input for accuracy and completeness + Actively communicate and update supervising coordinators, collaborators, administrators, clinicians, and/or program leaders on patient enrollment/treatment/eligibility and data collection status via verbal and written communication + Identify appropriate patients for clinical program + Communicate with coordinators and collaborators + Maintain filing system for electronic and paper-based patient records + Maintain compliance with HIPAA guidelines + Attend regular group meetings (weekly or monthly) + Obtain consent and HIPAA approvals from eligible patients + Administer standardized surveys to patients or their proxies via phone, or via in-patient, clinic or home visits + Call patients with reminders of their appointments + Conduct standardized assessments of patients via in-patient, clinic or home visits + Escort patients through the hospital during any visit + Set up and take down equipment for patient testing + Perform literature searches and organize data for program-related reports and papers + Prepare study documents for IRB submission, as needed + Follow all written and unwritten program practices, procedures, and protocols. + Organize and file patient records, prepare and maintain program materials + Carry out duties and responsibilities with limited supervision and ask for clarification when needed regarding data quality and integrity issues. + Prepare weekly report of work hours and activities for review by the supervisor + Complete all HIPAA and related courses and successfully complete appropriate exams within two weeks of start date. + Other duties as assigned. **Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** + Able to effectively prioritize and work on multiple tasks with concurrent deadlines and demonstrate excellent time management skills and efficiency. + Able to take initiative in anticipating and responding to program needs based on awareness of routine and repeated job functions. + Able to maintain a high level of self-motivation for job functions with a positive attitude. + Contribute to a positive work environment, including high motivation, positive attitude, and good judgment, tact, and sensitivity in all interpersonal interactions with all research staff, investigators, students, and patients. + Know the informal policies, procedures and practices necessary to conduct the normal functions of the job. **Minimum Qualifications** + High School Diploma or graduation equivalent. + Some related experience. + Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. **Preferred Qualifications** + Some college courses. Classified Title: Research Program Assistant Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB Starting Salary Range: $15.00 - $23.00 HRLY ($15.00 HRLY targeted; Commensurate with experience) Employee group: Casual / On Call Schedule: Casual, up to 19 hrs per week/987 per year Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Location: School of Medicine Campus Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM DOM Pulmonary Personnel area: School of Medicine The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range. Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEO is the Law https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf