Job summary
This post is Fixed term/Secondment for 12 months to meet the needs of the service.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Cardiff and Vale University R&D for a Research Midwife to become part of the research delivery team supporting research in Cardiff and Vale.
We are seeking to employ a band 6 Registered Midwife with either Research and/or midwifery experience with an interest in research. Based at University Hospital of Wales and working across both the obstetric and gynaecology portfolio, the post holder will contribute to the assessment and management of the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical trials. This will include the recruitment, education, monitoring of trial patients, the collection and documentation of accurate data.
The post holder will be responsible for the day to day management of the obstetrics and gynaecology research portfolio, managing recruitment of research participants into studies, set-up and closure of studies, data management and reporting metrics in line with key performance indicators for research in Wales. The post holder will be qualified as a midwife and have research or extensive clinical experience and possess excellent clinical skills. The post holder will be expected to work closely with directorate colleagues in order to deliver a quality research service, enhancing the patient experience and providing reputational excellence for Cardiff and Vale Research Delivery teams.
JOB
Main duties of the job
- The purpose of this post is to increase the number of patients participating in clinical trials at Cardiff and Vale UHB.
- The post will contribute to the assessment and management of the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical trials. This will include the recruitment, education, monitoring of trial patients, the collection and documentation of accurate data.
- The post holder will be working with Lead Midwives, Nurses and multidisciplinary teams within the Clinical Boards and Directorates as well as the wider research teams assisting with the management of a caseload of clinical trials patients.
- The post will assess and carry out clinical procedures for patients/participants and will be considered part of the clinical team during the participants' involvement with the study. Implementing a programme of care, providing advice and will maintain records within various settings.
- The post holder will have a specialist knowledge in research and/or clinical practice enabling the post holder to work independently e.g either previous experience as a clinical research midwife or specialist knowledge within a specific disease area meeting the service needs such as obstetrics/gynaecology.
- As part of the Research and Development team the post holder will contribute to the efficient set up and delivery of research within the UHB contributing to the performance metrics set for the UHB.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Specialist knowledge of research and/or midwifery
- Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC professional code.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of previous patient/client and Multi Disciplinary Team contact within work environment
- Experience of undertaking clinical research and/or extensive clinical experience in a specific area
Skills and Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Positive attitude and respect for others.
- Drive enthusiasm and commitment to the organisation
- Comprehensive knowledge of the ethiorganisational and regulatory environment in which clinical research is conducted
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to communicate complex information to patients/carers/ members of MDT
- Team player whilst possessing ability to work independently.
- Well organised and able to plan own workload.
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area
- Able to work hours flexibly, including shift working as required of the needs of the service (occasional nights/weekends).
- Ability to contribute to an on-call rota.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Specialist knowledge of research and/or midwifery
- Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC professional code.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of previous patient/client and Multi Disciplinary Team contact within work environment
- Experience of undertaking clinical research and/or extensive clinical experience in a specific area
Skills and Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Positive attitude and respect for others.
- Drive enthusiasm and commitment to the organisation
- Comprehensive knowledge of the ethiorganisational and regulatory environment in which clinical research is conducted
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to communicate complex information to patients/carers/ members of MDT
- Team player whilst possessing ability to work independently.
- Well organised and able to plan own workload.
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area
- Able to work hours flexibly, including shift working as required of the needs of the service (occasional nights/weekends).
- Ability to contribute to an on-call rota.
Desirable
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
