AddressApplications to be submitted by May 22, 2024
Compensation Grade:
Compensation Details:
Minimum: $15.00 - Maximum: $15.00 HourlyDepartment
(OPH) CEH - Bureau of Environmental & Occupational EpidemiologyAbout Health Research, Inc.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) contributes to the health and well-being of the people of New York State by complementing and enabling the strategic public health goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.
HRI provides best-in-class resource administration for stakeholders and programs related to the work and priorities of the Department of Health and its other partners. HRI does this through the provision of knowledge, expertise, funding guidance, and fiduciary oversight of sponsored program funding for public health and research programs in concert with community partnerships.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
Health, dental and vision insurance -Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;
Flexible benefit accounts -Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
Generous paid time off -Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
Tuition support -Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
Retirement Benefits -HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
Employee Assistance Program -Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
And so much more!
Job Description:
The hourly rate for this position will be $15.00-$16.75.
Responsibilities
The Hourly Project Assistant I will assist with conducting surveillance activities of children born with birth defects to increase quality and completeness of birth defect data. The incumbent will be responsible for carefully assessing if reports of children with birth defects meet eligibility criteria, assigning medical codes based on birth defect descriptions, assisting with hospital audits, conducting hospital outreach, and other appropriate related duties as requested.
Join the NYS Birth Defects Registry to conduct surveillance activities of children born with birth defects to increase quality and completeness of birth defect data. You will be part of a dedicated and dynamic team of public health professionals conducting surveillance on major birth defects. This work directly contributes to understanding trends in birth defects as well as research on causes and prevention of these conditions that collectively affect thousands of children in NYS every year. Responsibilities of this position include carefully assessing if reports of children with birth defects meet eligibility criteria, assigning medical codes based on birth defect descriptions, and comparing records. You may also assist with hospital audits, quality improvement projects, conducting hospital outreach, and miscellaneous tasks as requested. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the fundamental elements of conducting public health surveillance in a large diverse state, as well as an opportunity to strengthen Excel skills, and potentially learn SAS, or other new skills if interested.
The incumbent may work up to 100% effort (or 37.5 hours/week) for three months. We anticipate work starting in summer 2024.
Minimum Qualifications
Undergraduate or Graduate student enrolled in Public Health or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Teams, Outlook, Word), knowledge of birth defects, excellent oral and written communication skills, attention to detail.
Conditions of Employment
Grant funded, hourly position expected to last through 08/30/2024. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.
Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Travel, up to 25% of the time, will be required.
This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting will be available.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.
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Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans
Minimum Salary: 31200.00 Maximum Salary: 31200.00 Salary Unit: Yearly
