PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

Under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Research Manager and/or Clinic Manager, student will learn about and be exposed to aspects of clinical research and patient services within the context of a urology private practice. Intern may participate in or provide support for specified clinical data projects, retrospective and/or prospective studies and patient services, e.g., medical records.

This internship is for approximately 32-38 hours/week during day-time clinic hours for a period of 6 weeks. The primary work location will be at the Minnesota Urology Clinic in Woodbury, MN but may also include some work at other Minnesota Urology Clinics in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area depending on availability of a work station, assigned project or task, and/or availability of manager/physician/staff needed for training and/or supervision.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform essential tasks as they relate to assigned projects/work
• Tasks may include, but are not limited to assisting with:

• • Conducting patient chart reviews relevant to assigned task/project
  • Entering data into a spreadsheet or database
  • Running basic data queries using data system
  • Copying/scanning documents and uploading files into the practice EMR or document control/learning management system
  • Organizing, collating, filing, and/or updating documents or materials

• Work in various computer programs/applications as needed to complete assigned work which may include EMR, Excel, Word, MediaLab, PPS Analytics, ClinIQ Analytics

ESSENTIAL SKILLS/ABILITIES TO EFFECTIVELY PERFORM RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represent Minnesota Urology in a professional manner related to appearance, communication and the maintenance of patient confidentiality
• Ability to effectively incorporate the use of technology into day-to-day tasks (Urochart and Microsoft Office Suite)
• Ability to communicate effectively, take direction, seek help and ask questions when needed
• Flexibility to work at different clinic office locations
• Consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• High school diploma
• Currently enrolled in an accredited academic program, preferably within a science or health related field or strong interest in pursuing work or additional education in the health/medical field

EQUIPMENT USED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Computer keyboard, monitor and printer, writing utensils, multi-line telephone, copy/fax machine and scanner.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Some bending and stretching required. Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard, telephone and other office equipment. Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Office/clinic environment with telephone and in-person contact with providers, manager and patients.