Description:
Main purpose of the job:To enroll relevant participants, collect samples and abstract medical records Location:
Wits VIDA - Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital Key performance areas:
Recruitment and Screening
Screen patient files and identify potential patients for clinical study Do three-hourly rounds in Obstetrics high care to identify eligible participants Do regular rounds in labour ward admissions, first stage, second stage and theatre to identify eligible participants Enrol participants by informing them about the study and obtain informed consent according to SOPs Complete relevant study documentation / questionnaires and checklists To ensure all eligible participants are approached Clinical Assessments
Draw the necessary cord bloods, maternal bloods and vaginal/ rectal swabs and breastmilk from patients and send samples or specimens to laboratory in accordance with study SOPs To assist mothers with expressing breastmilk To ensure all cord blood is collected Report any adverse event to Study Coordinators or Medical Officers Prepare sample packs (Maternal packs, vaginal swabs, blood sample holders etc.) on a daily basis and ensure that the correct packs are used to collect the specimens Administration
Collect required data from participant medical records Record and maintain recruitment plans, including screening and enrolment logs on a daily basis To
11 Feb 2026;
from:
gumtree.co.za