Job summary
This fixed term post is funded by the Research and Development Department with 70% research commitments and 30 % clinical Rheumatology. The commitments will be clinical and research activity with allotted time for teaching & training.
Main duties of the job
Clinical and Research Duties:
o The post holder will support recruitment to NIHR portfolio commercial and non-commercial studies with support from research nurses and trial practitioners from the R&D Department, and the activities of the Rheumatology service. The Clinical Fellow is expected to complete GCP training and become involved in the clinical management of patients on research trials.
o Carry out feasibility assessments of NIHR portfolio and non-portfolio commercial and non-commercial studies
o Screen and actively participate in the consent process according to the principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
o Provide dedicated clinical trials support for treatment and follow-up for participants recruited to trials alongside the R&D and health care teams.
o The Rheumatology Department has an active audit programme and the post holder would be expected to contribute to the audit. In particular audit projects are pertinent to the research that will be undertaken.
o The Research Fellow will be involvement in specific projects with the aim to produce peer reviewed papers for publication. A consultant rota is in place that offers support to the research team
o Undertake outpatient clinics
o Inpatient Care: To see rheumatology ward referrals at Southend Hospital and liaise with the consultant on call to plan investigations and treatment.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Clinical Fellow will be part of the Rheumatology Team based at Southend Hospital. All the Rheumatology consultants have research commitments. An active clinical trial unit consisting of 2 research nurses and 1 administrative staff contribute to the research ethic within the department. Although this Job does not have educational approval it will provide training opportunities at the same level as the registrars from East Anglia training programme. It will suit a person wishing to develop subspecialty skills in rheumatology or research. The duties and responsibilities of the fellow can be balanced between service and research commitments to suit the trainee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Clinical Fellow will be part of the Rheumatology Team based at Southend Hospital. All the Rheumatology consultants have research commitments. An active clinical trial unit consisting of 2 research nurses and 1 administrative staff contribute to the research ethic within the department. Although this Job does not have educational approval it will provide training opportunities at the same level as the registrars from East Anglia training programme. It will suit a person wishing to develop subspecialty skills in rheumatology or research. The duties and responsibilities of the fellow can be balanced between service and research commitments to suit the trainee.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 1-2 years post-graduation experience in General (Internal) Medicine
Desirable
- Evidence of Rheumatology experience
Research/Audit Expereince
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles of research/audit and ability to interpret and apply clinical research.
Desirable
- Recent published clinical research in peer reviewed journal.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 1-2 years post-graduation experience in General (Internal) Medicine
Desirable
- Evidence of Rheumatology experience
Research/Audit Expereince
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles of research/audit and ability to interpret and apply clinical research.
Desirable
- Recent published clinical research in peer reviewed journal.
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).
