Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Practice Facilitator 2 Job Locations US-Telecommuting Requisition ID 2024-31210 Position Category Research Position Type Regular Full-Time Job Type Research Department Oregon Rural Practice-based Research Network Salary Range $61,300-$79,600 with salary placement commensurate with experience, qualifications and internal equity FTE 1.00 HR Mission School of Medicine Drug Testable No Department Overview

The Oregon Rural Practice-based Research Network (ORPRN) was established in 2002 at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland. ORPRN is dedicated to improving the health outcomes and equity for all Oregonians through community-partnered dialogue, research, coaching, education. ORPRN facilitates a broad variety of health care research, quality improvement projects, and practice transformation efforts throughout Oregon through the work of Practice Facilitators. Practice Facilitators are located regionally around the state.

 

ORPRN is committed to building and sustaining a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist organization. We do so by evaluating how we develop and support our workforce, the partnerships we uphold and how we engage in community-partnered dialogue, research, coaching and education throughout Oregon.

Function/Duties of Position

The Practice Facilitator II (PF2) is a key staff member, working under the direction of a project manager or principal investigator to provide project coordination and research support on moderate or multiple small to moderate-sized research, implementation science projects, and technical assistance programs. The PF2 manages expectations, timelines, and deliverables with partner organizations. They build and sustain relationships for a broad range of projects or programs, working on research and implementation science projects, building and fostering relationships with community clinicians and clinics in order to conduct healthcare research. The PF2 develops quality improvement (QI) infrastructure with participating practices and works with community partners to plan projects and identify community priorities. In addition to community engagement, the PF2 assists in planning experimental design, participates in quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, trains junior staff in QI methods and strategies, and participates in QI curriculum development. The PF2 participates in dissemination efforts, including developing sections of grant proposals, manuscripts and presentations.

 

Under occasional supervision, the PF2 is able to interpret and apply project protocols and contribute scientifically. They understand practice facilitation and quality improvement concepts and are able to resolve problems of greater scope and complexity, exercises independent judgement and takes action, and seeks advice as necessary. They educate and act as a resource for students and junior staff. Travel around Oregon is required for this position.

Required Qualifications Master's Degree in relevant field (such as research, health sciences, public health, social services, or other related fields) AND 1 year of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience

1 year of relevant experience with a Master’s Degree

Demonstrated expertise in implementation science including:Completion of change management coursework (eg. LEAN or CAP), IHI training modules, and PCPCI online learning moduleKnowledgeable about practice facilitator handbookIntermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPointAbility to effectively communicate orally and in writing to scientific/technical audiences, healthcare personnel, and lay audiences Excellent organization skills Preferred Qualifications 2 or more years experience in practice facilitation or quality improvement 5 or more years in research data collection1 or more year in a primary care settingExperience in outreach, patient recruitment, or practice recruitmentAbility to create or modify spreadsheets, data entry forms, and reports Experience with survey tools Knowledge of quality improvement methods Experience with PCPCH.Experience with REDCapExperience with other research softwareParticipation in Research Coordinator Workshop and completion of a Study Coordinator training series CPHQ, ACRP or SOCRA certification All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.