MEDICAL RESEARCH TECHNICIAN 0721

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class researches medical literature, and assists in preparing statistical reports. The incumbent gathers, organizes and tabulates data to identify and report various types of rates and trends for the Health Department's various divisions. This work requires the exercise of some initiative and independent judgment in locating and utilizing resource materials, but is limited in technical independence. Work is reviewed by, and supervision is received through, frequent conferences with an administrative supervisor. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Researches medical journals, extracts data and prepares abstracts of articles;

writes reports on findings;

Gathers, organizes and tabulates data on suicides, homicides, accidental deaths and other cases;

Attends conferences and medical and scientific meetings, and reports proceedings to administrators;

Assists scientific staff in locating research material pertinent to their needs;

Contacts other scientific agencies to obtain medical and statistical information.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Working knowledge of biostatistical concepts and methods; working knowledge of public health problems and programs; familiarity with the structure, policies, programs, regulations, practices and functions of medical agencies; ability to conduct library research and to gather relevant information and data in field and office settings; ability to prepare graphs, tables and charts; ability to analyze facts and to exercise judgment and self-initiative; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of technical, professional, administrative and support personnel in diverse organizations; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

(a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree, including eighteen (18) credits in the natural sciences; or,

(b) Completion of sixty (60) credits from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State, including eighteen (18) credits in the natural sciences, and two (2) years of experience in developing and performing research studies; or,

(c) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and four (4) years of experience in developing and performing research studies, two (2) years of which must have involved medical and/or scientific studies; or,

(d) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the

limits of (a), (b) and (c).

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

At the time of appointment and during employment in this title, employees must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.

R08/11/04

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

Review 7/23/15