[Hiring] Medical Research Consultant @GuideWell Source
This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description This position is responsible for providing central research coordination for the Medical Affairs department, which is the primary clinical decision-support and medical policy-making organization within the Medicare Administrative Contractor. • Identification, receipt, tracking, review, analysis, and recommendation regarding evidence for topics under consideration for development or revision of a Local Coverage Determination (LCD) or other action by the Medical Policy team. • Conducting comprehensive literature searches and reviews to support evidence-based decision making within the organization. • Synthesizing research findings from diverse sources to provide clear and actionable insights. Qualifications • Master's in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Sciences, Data Science, or a related field • Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office applications • Demonstrated proficiency in systematic review software tools (e.g., RevMan, DistillerSR, Covidence) • Demonstrated experience conducting systematic reviews and meta-analyses • Demonstrated experience and confidence leading a large group meeting • Demonstrated project management experience • Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work • Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication • Demonstrated excellent organization and tracking skills • Demonstrated excellent collaboration ability • Demonstrated strong analytical and critical thinking • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment with the Medical Policy team including active participation in meetings, presentation of findings, and respond effectively to questions Requirements • Two years of related experience (preferred) • Knowledge of PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines (preferred) • Experience with GRADE (Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and Evaluations) methodology (preferred) • Familiarity with statistical software (e.g., Stata, R) (preferred) • Medicare experience (preferred) • Related health care industry experience (preferred) Benefits • Medical, dental, vision, life and supplemental insurance plans effective the first day of the month following date of hire • Short- and long-term disability benefits • 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting • Free telehealth benefits • Free gym memberships • Employee Incentive Plan • Employee Assistance Program • Rewards and Recognition Programs • Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Leave Apply tot his job