Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

At Houston Methodist, the Postdoctoral Fellow position is responsible for performing basic research duties under the supervision/direction of a Physician (Principal Investigator). This position may work in a laboratory setting or may consist of computer work that supports the department’s research mission.

PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED
Refer to departmental "Scope of Service" and "Provision of Care" plans, as applicable, for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.


HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS

Provide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values:
INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.
COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional, ethical, physical, and spiritual needs.
ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.
RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity, and value.
EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.
Focuses on patient/customer safety
Delivers personalized service using HM Service Standards
Provides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET, Managing Up, Key Words)
Intentionally rounds with patients/customers to ensure their needs are being met
Involves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given job

Displays cultural humility, diversity, equity and inclusion principles

Actively supports the organization vision, fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE values

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Job responsibilities labeled EF capture those duties that are essential functions of the job.




PEOPLE - 20%

Assists the physician in maintaining the functionality and operations of the Principal Investigator’s (PI) laboratory. (EF)
Promotes a positive work environment and leads the team to be dynamic and a focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the department by actively communicating and reporting data in a comprehensive manner. (EF)
Role models to team members effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication, which includes active listening and teaching, assisting in development of such skills. (EF)
Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability. (EF)




SERVICE - 20%

Develops research methods and performs research activities. (EF)
Documents research results and writes reports of results for presentation and/or publication in professional journals and other publications. (EF)

QUALITY/SAFETY - 20%

Follows all safety rules while on the job. Reports accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace. (EF)
Assists with implementation and education of department-based safety initiatives, standards of practice and protocols. Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes. (EF)
Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations and contributes to meeting department and laboratory targets for quality and safety. (EF)




FINANCE - 20%

Utilizes resources effectively and efficiently, demonstrating responsible financial stewardship. Manages own time effectively and prioritizes work to achieve maximum results in a timely manner. (EF)
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks. (EF)




GROWTH/INNOVATION - 20%

Participates in pertinent research activities and evidenced-based practice projects. Participates in departmental projects and activities. Acts as a change agent. (EF)
Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Remains current on professional issues and clinical skills. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. (EF)

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

o Postdoctoral Fellow 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 – Doctor of Medicine (MD) from an accredited medical school or Doctoral Degree (PhD) in medical field (A letter from the academic institution certifying that all student work is complete will be considered for Postdoctoral Fellow 0 only.)


EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

o Postdoctoral Fellow 0– None

o Postdoctoral Fellow 1– One year of Postdoc experience

o Postdoctoral Fellow 2 – Two years’ Postdoc experience

o Postdoctoral Fellow 3 – Three years’ Postdoc experience

o Postdoctoral Fellow 4 – Four years’ Postdoc experience

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

o None
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

o Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

o Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

o Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

o Demonstrated knowledge of biomedical research

o Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

o Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Attire Yes/No

Uniform No

Scrubs Yes

Business professional No

Other (dept approved) Yes


On-Call* No

*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Event, etc) regardless of selection above.


Travel**

May require travel within No

Houston Metropolitan area


May require travel outside No

of Houston Metropolitan area

**Travel specifications may vary by department.

Please note any other special considerations to this job: Work will be in a research laboratory environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND JOB CONDITIONS




Work Environment

Time Spent Inside: 100%

Time Spent Outside: 0%




General Yes/No

Vision

- General Yes

- Depth Perception Yes

- Color Perception Yes

Smelling Yes

Hearing/Listening Yes

Speaking Clearly

- Simple Yes

- Complex No

- English Yes

- Foreign Language No

Touching

- Hand Yes

- Finger Yes

- Dexterity Yes

- Sensitivity (Heat, texture, etc.) Yes




Environmental Conditions

Extreme Cold No

Extreme Heat No

Noise No

Dust Yes

Fumes/Odors Yes

Confined Spaces No

High Places No

Remote or Isolated Areas No

Physical Hazards including

Magnetic and Radiation No

Hazardous Chemicals No

Infectious Diseases/

Bloodborne Pathogens No

Mechanical Equipment No

Electronic Equipment No

Pressurized Equipment No




Note any special equipment used in this job requiring physical demand or special skill:____________________________




Equipment Used Yes/No

Keyboard Yes

Computer Yes

Telephone Yes

TV Monitor Yes

Mechanical Equip. Yes

Mobile Equip.

- Non Motorized No

- Motorized No




Physical Activities Yes/No Frequency

Sitting Yes Constantly > 66%

Standing Yes Occasionally < 33%

Twisting No N/A

Bending No N/A

Stooping No N/A

Squatting No N/A

Kneeling No N/A

Pushing/Pulling No N/A




Strength

Heaviest weight lifted 0lbs.

Heaviest weight push/pulled 0lbs.

Distance pushed/pulled 0ft.




Lifting

Does the job require lifting weight? No




Weight Distance Frequency

01 - 10 lbs. N/A N/A

10 - 25 lbs. N/A N/A

25 - 50 lbs. N/A N/A

over 50 lbs. N/A N/A




Mobility Yes/No Frequency

Walk Yes Occasionally < 33%

Run No N/A

Climb

- Stairs No N/A

- Ladders No N/A

- Inclines No N/A

- Objects/Equip. No N/A

Crawl No N/A