Job summary
Due to our increasing workload, we have an opportunity within our research team to work alongside our highly motivated research active Consultants in a variety of trials looking at diabetic macular edema, neurotrophic keratopathy and Uveitis amongst others.
The role involves the management of assigned studies, being fully knowledgeable and responsible to educate and advise patients about their participation in a particular study. Co-ordinate the recruitment, and patient care with accurate collection and recording of the data.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be involved in a variety of ophthalmic trials. Management of assigned studies, being fully knowledgeable and responsible to advise patients about theirparticipation in a particular trial. Co-ordinate recruitment, patient care with collection of specimens and recording of trial data. Assist the Research Sister / Manager in the day to day management of research studies, ensuring they meet legislative and protocol compliance.
About us
ERGO is a progressively expanding research unit, established in 2009. It was set up with the goal of creating a formal structure for research within the Oxford Eye Hospitals. Our current team comprising of 17 dedicated multidisciplinary personnel contribute a wide variety of skills and expertise to the unit.
Our collaboration with the University of Oxford underpins the quality of our research; we bring innovation from the laboratory bench to the bedside. We also deliver high-quality education and training of doctors to promote the practice of evidence-based medicine within the NHS. Our ambitious research programmes set the standard in translating science and research into new and better NHS clinical care.
ERGO Website: http://eyeresearchoxford.org.uk/
Instagram: eyeresearchgroupoxford
Job description
Job responsibilities
- For the relevant studies to liaise with service support colleagues. For example, Pharmaceutical Homecare support and the Oxford Experimental Medicine Clinical Research Facility (EMCRF) at the Churchill Hospital, for blood sampling.
- Be responsible and competent in the extended skills necessary to this role for example: Phlebotomy including the coordination and collection of blood samples for Biomarker and PK. Intravenous cannulation (for Flourescein Angiography / Indocyanine green), and emergency care skills as appropriate e.g management of anaphylaxis.
- Communicate and work collaboratively with ERGO, the Research and Development department, multi-Disciplinary and relevant Primary Care teams.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- For the relevant studies to liaise with service support colleagues. For example, Pharmaceutical Homecare support and the Oxford Experimental Medicine Clinical Research Facility (EMCRF) at the Churchill Hospital, for blood sampling.
- Be responsible and competent in the extended skills necessary to this role for example: Phlebotomy including the coordination and collection of blood samples for Biomarker and PK. Intravenous cannulation (for Flourescein Angiography / Indocyanine green), and emergency care skills as appropriate e.g management of anaphylaxis.
- Communicate and work collaboratively with ERGO, the Research and Development department, multi-Disciplinary and relevant Primary Care teams.
Person Specification
Person specification
Essential
- 1st level Registered Nurse with experience in Ophthalmology
- Previous experience with coordinating Clinical trials
- Works well independently and as a team member
- Physical aptitude to undertake periods of prolonged physical effort and to manual handle.
- Attention to detail, commitment to learn. Open to change Good communication skills (verbal and written) IT literate
Desirable
- Post registration qualification in Ophthalmic Nursing
- Good Clinical Practice Certificate
- Able to demonstrate the competencies needed to develop and co-ordinate complex clinical trial protocols and regimes including complex blood programmes
- Evidence of leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage complex situations.
- Awareness of wider issues relating to health care and education especially up to date and recent developments in Diabetic & Uveitis care.
Person Specification
Person specification
Essential
- 1st level Registered Nurse with experience in Ophthalmology
- Previous experience with coordinating Clinical trials
- Works well independently and as a team member
- Physical aptitude to undertake periods of prolonged physical effort and to manual handle.
- Attention to detail, commitment to learn. Open to change Good communication skills (verbal and written) IT literate
Desirable
- Post registration qualification in Ophthalmic Nursing
- Good Clinical Practice Certificate
- Able to demonstrate the competencies needed to develop and co-ordinate complex clinical trial protocols and regimes including complex blood programmes
- Evidence of leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage complex situations.
- Awareness of wider issues relating to health care and education especially up to date and recent developments in Diabetic & Uveitis care.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
John Radcliffe Hospital. Eye Research Group.
Headley Way, Headington,
Oxford
OX3 9DU
Employer's website
https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
