Job summary
Would you like to work with a friendly and dynamic Research and Development Team contributing to the development of research at the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust?
In this role, you will have the opportunity to undertake clinical research trials which could affect patient recovery and improve life expectancy, within our Oncology and Radiotherapy departments.
Applications are welcome from radiographers, nurses and research practitioners who are currently working at Band 5 or Band 6 level. Training will be provided to radiographers looking to move into Research.
This post is offered both externally or as a secondment opportunity for internal staff.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for the management of a local portfolio of clinical trials with support and guidance from the Radiation Oncology Research and Treatment Team Leader (ROR). You will collect and report on data and undertake toxicity assessments for these trials as required and in line with QA standards.
Working within the multi-disciplinary radiation oncology research team, every day you will collaborate closely to support, develop and deliver research projects. Assessing and managing care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical trials, you will work closely with them to monitor, record and report on the trial progression and outcomes. This opportunity will enable you to maintain your established clinical skills and use your in-depth knowledge of radiotherapy techniques, trial protocols and research methodologies (training is available to who looking to move into research) as well as their application in practice.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
We have received an overall Good rating from the CQC with Medical care (including older peoples care), End of Life Care and Maternity services being deemed Outstanding by the CQC.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HsiGn9joTQ
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be required to provide a clinical trials service to patients of theRSNHSFT, predominantly within the Clinical Oncology service. As a Research Radiographer, Nurse or Practitioner you will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical trials.
This will involve the recruitment, education and monitoring of trial patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data.The role is based primarily in the research environment; however the post holder will be expected to maintain core clinical skills. You will be required to provide a clinical trials service to patients of the Royal Surrey, predominantly within the Clinical Oncology service. As a Researcher you will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical trials. This will involve the recruitment, education and monitoring of trial patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data.
You will provide a rounded and holistic service to patients, providing them with care and advice on radiotherapy and research in a manner appropriate to their needs and respecting their autonomy, privacy and dignity. You will act in a professional manner at all times.
You will work flexibly; you will support the needs of the service and be aware that the radiotherapy service is open from 8am until 7pm Monday to Friday but recognising that occasional work outside of these times and during weekends or public holidays will be required.
You will work collaboratively with the clinical trials and radiotherapy teams and with the wider multi-disciplinary teams within cancer are in the network to support the clinical management of your of patients.
The role involves using an in depth knowledge of radiotherapy techniques and trial protocols/research methodologies as well as their application in practice. You will be required to comply of local, national and international regulations relevant to your role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be required to provide a clinical trials service to patients of theRSNHSFT, predominantly within the Clinical Oncology service. As a Research Radiographer, Nurse or Practitioner you will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical trials.
This will involve the recruitment, education and monitoring of trial patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data.The role is based primarily in the research environment; however the post holder will be expected to maintain core clinical skills. You will be required to provide a clinical trials service to patients of the Royal Surrey, predominantly within the Clinical Oncology service. As a Researcher you will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical trials. This will involve the recruitment, education and monitoring of trial patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data.
You will provide a rounded and holistic service to patients, providing them with care and advice on radiotherapy and research in a manner appropriate to their needs and respecting their autonomy, privacy and dignity. You will act in a professional manner at all times.
You will work flexibly; you will support the needs of the service and be aware that the radiotherapy service is open from 8am until 7pm Monday to Friday but recognising that occasional work outside of these times and during weekends or public holidays will be required.
You will work collaboratively with the clinical trials and radiotherapy teams and with the wider multi-disciplinary teams within cancer are in the network to support the clinical management of your of patients.
The role involves using an in depth knowledge of radiotherapy techniques and trial protocols/research methodologies as well as their application in practice. You will be required to comply of local, national and international regulations relevant to your role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration (if applying as radiographer) NMC Registration (if applying as nurse)
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
- BSc Radiotherapy or DCR (T) (if applying as radiographer)
Desirable
- CRP Registration (if applying as research practitioner)
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Involvement in managing resources
- Use of computerised department record and verify systems
- Experience of collaborating with other agencies
Desirable
- Clinical trials experience or good understanding of clinical trial management or evidence of radiotherapy research experience
- Experience commensurate with a Band 6 post in Therapy radiographer and Clinical research
- Experience of working in a radiotherapy department on a wide range of radiotherapy equipment
- Experience commensurate with a Band 6 post in Therapy radiographer or Clinical research
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration (if applying as radiographer) NMC Registration (if applying as nurse)
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
- BSc Radiotherapy or DCR (T) (if applying as radiographer)
Desirable
- CRP Registration (if applying as research practitioner)
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Involvement in managing resources
- Use of computerised department record and verify systems
- Experience of collaborating with other agencies
Desirable
- Clinical trials experience or good understanding of clinical trial management or evidence of radiotherapy research experience
- Experience commensurate with a Band 6 post in Therapy radiographer and Clinical research
- Experience of working in a radiotherapy department on a wide range of radiotherapy equipment
- Experience commensurate with a Band 6 post in Therapy radiographer or Clinical research
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).
