Data Coordinator 2

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About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912 Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information

The Medical College of Georgia (MCG) is one of the nation's largest medical schools by class size, with 304 students per class. The MCG educational experience is anchored by the main campus in Augusta, with regional clinical campuses for third- and fourth-year students across the state, and two four-year campuses located in Athens (in partnership with the University of Georgia) and in Savannah (in partnership with Georgia Southern University). MCG's expanding partnerships with physicians and hospitals across Georgia currently provide more than 350 sites where students can experience the full spectrum of medicine, from complex care hospitals to small-town solo practices. MCG and its teaching hospitals also provide postgraduate education to approximately 575 residents and fellows in 50 different Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education-approved programs. Our researchers and clinicians focus on what most impacts the health of Georgia's and America's children and adults, including cardiovascular biology and disease, cancer, neurosciences and behavioral sciences, public and preventive health, regenerative and reparative medicine, personalized medicine and genomics. Our physician faculty also share their expertise with physicians and patients at about 100 clinics and hospitals statewide.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the accurate collection, entry, transmission, and management of research, clinical, and surveillance data. The Data Coordinator 2 must perform high-quality data abstraction that is accurate and suitable for statistical analysis. The data should meet protocol-specified parameters and comply with HIPAA and all other applicable regulations, policies, and procedures. This position will also provide operational support as indicated for research, clinical, surveillance, and quality improvement initiatives. Familiarity with medical health records/ health terminology and MSOffice (Word, Excel) is essential.

This position serves the Center for Blood Disorders, an ambulatory clinic that treats adults with benign hematology disorders. The Center for Blood Disorders serves patients across Georgia through on-site and telehealth clinics and includes the Sickle Cell Center, Adult Hemophilia Treatment Center, and Adult Thrombophilia Program.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Data Collection Medical records review and abstraction

Medical records requests from outside facilities

Database review

Direct patient interaction

Questionnaires/surveys

Data Management Completion of research source documents and Case Report Forms (CRFs)

Initiation and maintenance of databases

Data entry into relevant platforms, including but not limited to ATHN Clinical Manager, ATHN Study Manager, OnCore (research and clinical), RedCap, Registries, and other spreadsheets/databases/platforms as indicated

Data auditing for completeness and accuracy

Responsible for seeing that all data is handled in accordance to HIPAA and in compliance with all institutional policies and procedures

Regulatory Coordination

Assist with:

IRB submissions (i.e., initial, amendments, Continuing Review)

Tracking of IRB-approved documents, research personnel licensure/CVs, research equipment maintenance

Maintenance of accurate, thorough, and organized regulatory binders Reporting Generate monthly and targeted reports for clinical, research, census, invoicing, and surveillance purposes Other as assigned Other duties as assigned

Help assess and maintain inventory of research supplies

Assist with preparation for monitoring visits and audits

Assist with conduct of study visits

Attend research meetings / training when indicated (may require travel)

Support Quality Assurance/ Quality Improvement initiatives

Perform duties as assigned to facilitate clinic and research operations and to promote optimal patient care and patient satisfaction

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.

OR

Completion of two years of college level coursework with two years of related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in benign hematology, research, EPIC EMR preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to maintain confidentiality High attention to detail and change management Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases Detail-oriented with strong prioritization, multi-tasking, organizational, problem-solving and time-management skills

Shift/Salary/Benefits

**This position is 100% grant-funded** Shift: Days/M-F, 8:00am - 5:00pm Pay Band: B6 Salary Minimum: $18.85/hourly Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position. Recruitment Period: 10/30/26 - Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today! Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role. https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365.