Job summary
The Research Assistant Practitioner will work as part of the clinical research team to support the safe conduct of research in accordance with the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice guidelines and provide assurance that the rights, safety and well-being of trial participants are protected.
The post-holder will work with the research team to provide technical, practical and clinical assistance for research projects. As a member of the Clinical Trials Team they will provide core support within this multidisciplinary setting. S/he will support the relevant study portfolio and deliver recruitment accrual in line with performance and monitoring objectives. If you are a motivated and enthusiastic person with an interest in research, we would welcome your application.
Informal visits or telephone enquiries are highly recommended.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a motivated and dynamic practitioner to support our established acute research team. The post holder will be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the clinical requirements associated with research to ensure optimum delivery of clinical trials. You will ensure that all research procedures are conducted according to study protocols and will be responsible for the recruitment, data collection and care of research participants with a focus on providing a quality experience. You will need excellent communication, organisational and time management skills. You will be expected to work in an autonomous, proactive and organised manner to deliver clinical research and produce robust quality data, within deadlines and to achieve NIHR targets.
About us
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details and further information about the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details and further information about the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs including English, Maths and Science at grade A-C (or demonstrable equivalent)
- NVQ level 3 / 4 in Healthcare or equivalent.
- Diploma in Health or willingness to undertake Research Training (e.g. GCP, degree module, informed consent)
Experience
Essential
- Experience in dealing with confidential patient information
- Ability to communicate information to patients/carers/ members of MDT
- Broad and recent clinical experience relevant to the post
Desirable
- Experience of clinical research within the NHS setting
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to work cohesively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Willingness to learn, instigate and develop efficient working systems
- Willingness to undertake any necessary training and development to enhance work performance
- Commitment to openness, honesty and integrity in undertaking the role
- Willingness and ability to work across sites including community
- Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills
- Able to communicate effectively, confidently and tactfully (including telephone manner) with staff and patients or their relatives/carers.
- Able to use initiative within the scope of the job, whilst recognising and working within professional boundaries
- Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- Excellent planning and organisational skills
- Able to manage own time, prioritising workload appropriately
- Able to work as part of a team
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Computer keyboard skills
- Ability to travel to various locations to support recruitment and management of trials.
- Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients
- Ability to undertake flexible working hours as required
- Professional attitude to work
Desirable
- Temperature monitoring, ECG, blood sugars, urinalysis skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs including English, Maths and Science at grade A-C (or demonstrable equivalent)
- NVQ level 3 / 4 in Healthcare or equivalent.
- Diploma in Health or willingness to undertake Research Training (e.g. GCP, degree module, informed consent)
Experience
Essential
- Experience in dealing with confidential patient information
- Ability to communicate information to patients/carers/ members of MDT
- Broad and recent clinical experience relevant to the post
Desirable
- Experience of clinical research within the NHS setting
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to work cohesively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Willingness to learn, instigate and develop efficient working systems
- Willingness to undertake any necessary training and development to enhance work performance
- Commitment to openness, honesty and integrity in undertaking the role
- Willingness and ability to work across sites including community
- Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills
- Able to communicate effectively, confidently and tactfully (including telephone manner) with staff and patients or their relatives/carers.
- Able to use initiative within the scope of the job, whilst recognising and working within professional boundaries
- Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- Excellent planning and organisational skills
- Able to manage own time, prioritising workload appropriately
- Able to work as part of a team
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Computer keyboard skills
- Ability to travel to various locations to support recruitment and management of trials.
- Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients
- Ability to undertake flexible working hours as required
- Professional attitude to work
Desirable
- Temperature monitoring, ECG, blood sugars, urinalysis skills
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.
