Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Trials Practitioner

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Job summary

We are looking to appoint a dynamic, self-driven individual to join a well-established successful Innovation, Research and Development department.

The successful candidate will need to be adaptable, confident and enthusiastic, be able to prioritise and be able to work autonomously. They will support the delivery of a portfolio of clinical trials, managing and co-ordinating their own allocated portfolio under indirect supervision.

They will help to support the day-to-day management of an allocated portfolio of studies. This includes successful recruitment and retention of participants, strict protocol adherence, data collection, and organisation of relevant tests and procedures. They will need to have a good background of general clinical knowledge; to provide research participants with excellent clinical care. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable in response to the service needs and work across different clinical specialties as required. The post holder will also be responsible for promoting research within Trust departments and supporting colleagues and local investigators to deliver high quality research activity to support participant care.

The post holder must be willing to apply to the Clinical Trials Practitioner (CTP) registration with the Academy for healthcare Science (AHCS) on meeting the criteria or are already a registered CTP.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to work across a diverse range of clinical specialities and be responsive to the changing needs of the service.
Work with the other members of the research team to support, coordinate and deliver of allocated clinical trials and research undertaken in the Trust, maintaining an accurate account of project status and records as required.
Work collaboratively within and outside the NHS and develop professional relationships with other relevant organisations including non-commercial bodies and pharmaceutical sponsors.
Candidates will need to possess effective and clear communication skills
Knowledge in research design methods, and understanding of analytical processes or willing to learn.
You will be a team player with the competence to work independently across the trust establishing networks of communication across multiple specialities and support services.
Accurate data management and reporting of safety findings in accordance to Good clinical practice (GCP).
Excellent organisational skills.
The post holder will support the the team in the implementation of trust policies and procedures, ensuring research undertaken within the trust safeguards the well being of the patients and is conducted within Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

About us

We manage three major locality hospitals at North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham, plus a number of smaller community hospitals and clinics from Tynemouth to Berwick on Tweed, covering one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country. Leading in innovation and quality - opening a state of the art Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, the first of its kind in England. Do you want to work in one of the best performing NHS organisations in England?

Work in an organisation that supports its staff and focuses on staff experience as much as it does the experience of its patients? You can live and breathe in an area that has the cleanest air, cost effective living, great nightlife, some of the best schools with a wealth of history available on your doorstep. Sound too good to be true? Well it isn't, this is what you get when you work for Northumbria Healthcare, this is the Northumbria Way! Please read 'applicant guidance notes' before submitting your application.

Date posted

17 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

319-6894164KD

Job locations

North Tyneside General Hospital

Rake Lane

North shields

NE29 8NH

Job description

Job responsibilities

Maintain consistent high standard of detailed documentation including data collection and entry using paper and electronic case report form.

Competent in working on a variety of computer-based systems.

Ability to read, interpret & understand research protocols.

Can obtain written informed consent for research studies or willing to learn.

Obtains and records observations such as vital signs, ECG, respiratory function and blood glucose analysis, as required by the trial protocol and as delegated by the registered healthcare practitioner, informing trained staff of any abnormal results.

Demonstrate proficiency in basic laboratory skills including venepuncture and effective management of laboratory samples, including processing, storage and coordinating shipment of samples, training will be provided if required.

Coordinates the implementation and assumes responsibility for aspects of clinical trial protocols in accordance with relevant guidelines, under direct and indirect supervision.

Work both autonomously and as part of the research team, in clinical areas within in the trust and with external organisations.

Supports research participants through the process of trial participation.

Provides a high standard of clinical care within a multi-professional research team, seeking assistance from registered healthcare professionals as appropriate.

Demonstrate excellent communication skills, to communicate effectively with all disciplines of staff, attending , MDT meetings, investigator meetings an other research events on and off site.

Recognise emergency situations and respond appropriately in line with Trust policies and Standard Operating Procedures.

Current GCP certification or willing to complete.

Demonstrate ability to meet trust values.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Maintain consistent high standard of detailed documentation including data collection and entry using paper and electronic case report form.

Competent in working on a variety of computer-based systems.

Ability to read, interpret & understand research protocols.

Can obtain written informed consent for research studies or willing to learn.

Coordinates the implementation and assumes responsibility for aspects of clinical trial protocols in accordance with relevant guidelines, under direct and indirect supervision.

Work both autonomously and as part of the research team, in clinical areas within in the trust and with external organisations.

Supports research participants through the process of trial participation.

Provides a high standard of clinical care within a multi-professional research team, seeking assistance from registered healthcare professionals as appropriate.

Demonstrate excellent communication skills, to communicate effectively with all disciplines of staff, attending , MDT meetings, investigator meetings an other research events on and off site.

Recognise emergency situations and respond appropriately in line with Trust policies and Standard Operating Procedures.

Current GCP certification or willing to complete.

Demonstrate ability to meet trust values.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Level 3 NVQ in or equivalent experience
Foundation Degree in Care or equivalent experience
Basic literacy and numeracy skills (English and Maths GCSE)

Desirable

Research methods GCP qualification

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

Experience in a clinical setting

Desirable

Clinical trial experience

Other Requirements

Essential

It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Level 3 NVQ in or equivalent experience
Foundation Degree in Care or equivalent experience
Basic literacy and numeracy skills (English and Maths GCSE)

Desirable

Research methods GCP qualification

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

Experience in a clinical setting

Desirable

Clinical trial experience

Other Requirements

Essential

It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Tyneside General Hospital

Rake Lane

North shields

NE29 8NH

Employer's website

https://www.northumbria.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Tyneside General Hospital

Rake Lane

North shields

NE29 8NH

Employer's website

https://www.northumbria.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)