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Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You need knowledge of clinical research, patient assessment skills, teamwork, strong communication, organizational abilities, and a willingness to learn. Experience with data entry is a plus.
  • You will assist with clinical trial set-up, manage patient data, screen and consent patients, and perform basic assessments like blood pressure and phlebotomy within a team setting.

Requirements

  • - Understanding of clinical research processes and governance
  • - Basic patient assessment skills, including taking blood pressure and phlebotomy
  • - Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
  • - Strong communication skills for patient interaction
  • - Organizational skills for managing clinical trial data
  • - Willingness to learn and develop research skills
  • - Experience in data entry using paper and electronic CRFs is an advantage
  • - Ability to follow agreed protocols and lines of accountability
  • - Previous experience in a healthcare or research environment is desirable

Responsibilities

  • The role involves assisting and supporting the Research team with clinical trial set-up and running of studies, the retrieval, review and entry of clinical trials patient data using paper and electronic CRFs.
  • The successful applicant will be patient facing and be involved/responsible for screening and consenting patients, basic patient assessment i.e. taking blood pressure, phlebotomy etc.
  • The Research Assistant (RA) will work within a multidisciplinary team and have the knowledge and skills to work at a high level of competence within agreed protocols and with clearly defined lines of accountability for delegated work.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Research Assistant position?

The position is suited for someone new to clinical research, thus specific qualifications may not be strictly outlined; however, a keen interest in expanding knowledge and experience in NHS clinical research is essential.

What will my main duties as a Research Assistant involve?

Your main duties will include assisting with clinical trial setup, running studies, retrieving and entering clinical trial patient data, screening and consenting patients, and conducting basic patient assessments such as taking blood pressure and performing phlebotomy.

Will I be working in a team?

Yes, you will be working within a multidisciplinary team that includes the Team leader, Research radiography/nurses/practitioners, Principal Investigators, and other research teams at the Royal Surrey County Hospital.

Is this position suitable for someone beginning their clinical research career?

Yes, this role is ideal for individuals at the beginning of their clinical research careers who are eager to learn about the processes and governance of research delivery within the NHS Trust.

How does Royal Surrey County Hospital invest in its staff?

Royal Surrey County Hospital invests more than £45 million in physical environment and new equipment, as well as supporting professional development and providing a comprehensive health and wellbeing program for its staff.

Can I reach out for more information about the position?

Yes, you can contact Fabio Di Maria at fabio.dimaria@nhs.net or call 01483 571122 for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

What is the overall rating given to Royal Surrey by the Care Quality Commission?

The Care Quality Commission has given Royal Surrey County Hospital an overall rating of Outstanding.

Are there opportunities for career advancement in this role?

Yes, Royal Surrey is committed to developing and advancing the careers of its employees through professional development programs and training.

What type of work environment can I expect at Royal Surrey?

You can expect a compassionate and collaborative work environment that values diversity and teamwork, with a strong commitment to providing excellent patient care.

Is there any flexibility in the working hours for the Research Assistant role?

The job description does not specify details regarding working hours; it is recommended to inquire directly for specifics about flexibility during the application or interview process.

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Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

World class care for our community

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1981
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We provide health care services from Royal Surrey County Hospital in Guildford and adult community healthcare services from Haslemere Hospital and Milford Hospital. Royal Surrey County Hospital provides emergency and general hospital services to a population of more than 330,000 across south west Surrey. It is also home to St Luke’s, our specialist tertiary Cancer Centre, which offers state of the art diagnostic and treatment services to a population of up to 2 million across Surrey, West Sussex, Hampshire and to patients from across the UK and abroad.