Clinical Trial Assistant

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. We are committed to recruiting to our values. Leading One Culture of Care underpins our values by creating an environment, tone and behaviours across all parts of the Trust that are fundamentally rooted in compassionate care.

We are open to considering a wide range of flexible working arrangements. There are opportunities to flex the days of the week, hours and times of work and place of work including: part-time, job-share, flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home when appropriate. Please talk to us during the interview process to discuss any flexibility that you may require.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Clinical Trials Assistant working predominately within our busy and growing Cardiology and Stroke Research portfolio and supporting research in other clinical specialities as required. Working with experienced Research Midwives, Research Nurses and Clinicians, you will contribute towards the safe conduct of approved research studies in our hospitals. This post will primarily be based at Calderdale Royal Hospital, but the successful candidate may also be expected to work at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary as required.

The post requires you to work autonomously and as part of a research multi-disciplinary team (MDT). You will be required to support studies under supervision of Research Midwives/Nurses or Allied Health Professionals. The successful candidate will work with specialist consultants and clinical trial units. There is the potential for the successful candidate to utilise and develop existing clinical skills to support the Research Midwives/Nurses such as phlebotomy and vital signs collection. The role also has a significant administrative element and a requirement to be IT proficient and able to accurately capture research data from patients and their medical records. A full induction and training will be provided.

Main duties of the job:

• Support the Research Team to ultimately increase patient recruitment into clinical trials, promote the development of commercial research & contribute to high quality research.
• You will be expected to interact with patients & families in relation to the requirements of clinical trials & be able to work without supervision in some areas.
• You will be responsible for research data capture, data entry into databases/electronic case report forms, assisting with the set-up of new trials, maintaining study paper and electronic site files/documentation, processing protocol amendments, accurate documentation, identifying patients via MDT's/screening notes, receiving consent, recruiting participants to research studies and supporting & monitoring research patients.
• There will be a requirement to lead an observational/genetic study following appropriate training & mentorship.

The CHFT currently offer a Monday to Friday 9-5 service, however there may be a requirement for 7 day working in future.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone who wishes to develop skills & expertise in research and to develop our Trust's research portfolio. We are one of the few NHS organisations recognised as an 'investor in people' and works to involve support and develop staff within the organisation, alongside one culture of care. There will be a structured induction, training program and competency pack to assist in your development. There is an established mentorship programme and all new team members are assigned a Mentor.

Person specification:

• QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

• Good standard of education to GCSE level, this must include GCSE English, Science and Maths grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 3 qualification in Administration, Health or Science or equivalent experience in the same areas or Health Specific NVQ level 2 for Health Care applicants.
• Evidence of the uptake of training opportunities relevant to previous roles.
• Willingness to undertake any training or development relevant to the role.

• Demonstrate a commitment to a caring profession.
• Good Literacy skills & attention to detail.
• Previous experience within a healthcare setting (e.g., healthcare assistant/phlebotomist) or Proven, relevant experience as an administrator working within busy office environments, dealing with people at all levels and contributing in a positive, proactive manner.
• Evidence of comprehensive administrative experience including the use of Microsoft Office software (including Word, Excel, Power-point and Outlook).

• Proven experience of working independently on projects/tasks, ability to work as a team member & on own initiative.
• Flexibility to ensure achievement of objectives within constantly changing environments, utilising problem-solving skills & meticulous attention to detail.
• Well-developed organizational skills and ability to multi-task, working accurately, particularly when dealing with conflicting deadlines & adapt to changing circumstances.
• Professional attitude to work, diplomatic and calm under pressure.

Our vision is to provide One Culture of Care for one another in order that we can provide compassionate care for the people who use our services. We are passionate about creating a workplace where we work together to get results, encouraging colleagues to have their say, in order to co-create the change we want to see. We take pride in the diversity of our workforce that's why we encourage applications from all. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants.