Job summary
This is an exciting
opportunity for an enthusiastic, committed and disciplined assistant
practitioner to join the team. You will be working as part of the Research
Team, working on a wide portfolio of studies. You will need to demonstrate the
ability to organise, prioritise and adjust your workload in relation to requirements
of a range of studies. The post holder must demonstrate the ability to work
both independently and in collaboration with medical staff and clinical
teams. The post involves face-to-face
patient contact as well as coordinating the daily running of studies, which
includes data collection and handling.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work
with the research team to provide technical, practical and clinical assistance
for research projects.
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be a key member of the multi-disciplinary clinical research team,
supporting the daily management of research studies under supervision of the Research
Midwives/Nurses. The postholder will work across specialities, with the primary speciality
being cardiology initially.
The post holder will also be expected to develop knowledge and skills and to provide ongoing support to the patients whilst in clinical trials. The post holder will be required to
develop skills such as consenting of patients to appropriately delegated research studies.
You will be required to provide routine information to patients along with non-routine
information about studies and effectively communicate where research lies within the
individual patients clinical care pathway. Part of the role will include data collection
including data input into electronic databases and other administrative duties. The
postholder will ensure that any research undertaken is conducted to ICH Good Clinical
Practice (GCP) Standards. You will identify barriers to recruitment and work effectively
with other staff groups to overcome these barriers. This is a diverse and demanding role
which requires an enthusiastic and flexible individual. The post requires the ability to travel
independently, therefore access to a car and full driving licence is essential.
The role is part of a large and growing research team with the potential to develop further
in the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be a key member of the multi-disciplinary clinical research team,
supporting the daily management of research studies under supervision of the Research
Midwives/Nurses. The postholder will work across specialities, with the primary speciality
being cardiology initially.
The post holder will also be expected to develop knowledge and skills and to provide ongoing support to the patients whilst in clinical trials. The post holder will be required to
develop skills such as consenting of patients to appropriately delegated research studies.
You will be required to provide routine information to patients along with non-routine
information about studies and effectively communicate where research lies within the
individual patients clinical care pathway. Part of the role will include data collection
including data input into electronic databases and other administrative duties. The
postholder will ensure that any research undertaken is conducted to ICH Good Clinical
Practice (GCP) Standards. You will identify barriers to recruitment and work effectively
with other staff groups to overcome these barriers. This is a diverse and demanding role
which requires an enthusiastic and flexible individual. The post requires the ability to travel
independently, therefore access to a car and full driving licence is essential.
The role is part of a large and growing research team with the potential to develop further
in the future.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in managing complex information
- Proven experience of working to deadlines
- Proven experience of dealing with a busy workload
- Experience of handling confidential data
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to delegate
Desirable
- Experience in phlebotomy/blood sample taking and conducting clinical examinations e.g. vital signs
Physical Skills
Essential
- Car driver, willing to work and travel across all hospital sites
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ3 in scientific/healthcare discipline with relevant experience of working within a research environment
- Foundation Degree in a relevant subject
Desirable
- ICH Good Clinical Practice
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of healthcare or research environment
- Demonstrable IT skills including email and Microsoft Office programs
- Excellent attention to detail
Desirable
- Knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practice regulations
- Experience building relationships with stakeholders and partners
- Previous experience working in a multidisciplinary team within a healthcare or research environment
- Office management and clerical skills
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in managing complex information
- Proven experience of working to deadlines
- Proven experience of dealing with a busy workload
- Experience of handling confidential data
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to delegate
Desirable
- Experience in phlebotomy/blood sample taking and conducting clinical examinations e.g. vital signs
Physical Skills
Essential
- Car driver, willing to work and travel across all hospital sites
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ3 in scientific/healthcare discipline with relevant experience of working within a research environment
- Foundation Degree in a relevant subject
Desirable
- ICH Good Clinical Practice
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of healthcare or research environment
- Demonstrable IT skills including email and Microsoft Office programs
- Excellent attention to detail
Desirable
- Knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practice regulations
- Experience building relationships with stakeholders and partners
- Previous experience working in a multidisciplinary team within a healthcare or research environment
- Office management and clerical skills
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