Job Abstract

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Public Health Representative for the Cancer Institute of New Jersey. The primary purpose of the Public Health Representative, Per Diem position is to support all aspects of research efforts in a study of breast cancer survivors in New Jersey, including subject recruitment, case/participant scheduling, conducting in-person home interviews for data/biospecimen collection, maintaining databases, and monitoring the progress toward achieving st... more details

Public Health Representative, Per Diem (Spanish Fluency Preferred)

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Public Health Representative, Per Diem (Spanish Fluency Preferred)
Job Category	Staff & Executive
Department	Cancer Institute of New Jersey
Overview	Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves. Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities. Curiosity and Discovery, Integrity, Collaboration, Cultivating Diversity, Respect and Caring, Perseverance.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Public Health Representative for the Cancer Institute of New Jersey. The primary purpose of the Public Health Representative, Per Diem position is to support all aspects of research efforts in a study of breast cancer survivors in New Jersey, including subject recruitment, case/participant scheduling, conducting in-person home interviews for data/biospecimen collection, maintaining databases, and monitoring the progress toward achieving study goals. Requires working some evenings and weekends and extensive travel within the Gateway Region in New Jersey to conduct home or site visits for data collection and/or to participate in recruitment activities. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, responsible for scheduling and conducting in-person study at participants’ homes for data/biospecimen collection using structured questionnaires, organizing telephone schedule and call records to participants, attend study meetings and performing related duties as needed. Maintains participant’s records in electronic database and ensures their confidentiality. Participates in study meetings. Participates in all phases of the study and ensures compliance with the study protocol. Acts as a role model for corporate integrity, customer service and improved quality. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Position Status	Per Diem
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	99H
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	0.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	0.000
Annual Maximum Salary	0.000
Standard Hours	1.00
Union Description
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Position Pension Eligibility	None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related field or Associate’s Degree plus one year of experience as a Phlebotomy Technician or Medical Assistant or relevant work experience required. Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement
Certifications/Licenses	A valid driver’s license.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Candidate must be highly motivated, have excellent oral and written communication skills; must be a team player; must be highly attentive to detail and very organized. Must have the ability to motivate and recruit participants into the study. Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications	Fluent (written, verbal) in Spanish preferred. Phlebotomy Technician or Medical Assistant Certification preferred with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in phlebotomy and handling of biospecimens.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions	Valid driver license and having a vehicle to travel to home visits required. Ability to work flexible hours (including evenings and weekends), as needed, to reach and complete surveys with study subjects required.

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST1085
Posting Open Date	05/06/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in a health-related field or Associate's Degree plus one year of experience as a Phlebotomy Technician or Medical Assistant or relevant work experience?
- Yes
- No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Certifications/Licenses

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