About this role
Job summary
Are you looking for a new challenge?
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the research delivery team as a clinical trial assistant (CTA) within the University Hospitals Tees Research Department primarily working at South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust initially on the Dermatology, Diabetes and Rheumatology Research Portfolios.
We are looking for a motivated, dynamic, organised, flexible person with excellent communication skills, to support patients through their research journey.
Main duties of the job
The main role of the CTA will be to support patients in the clinical environment during their research pathway. Meeting and greeting patient's/relatives discussing research projects, conducting clinical observations for example; blood pressure, pulse, body mass index (BMI), health questionnaires etc.
The role will also support collecting clinical data and recording in relevant paper and electronic databases. Experience with Excel and other electronic systems would be essential for the role.
An induction package will be provided for the successful candidate to support the delivery of high-quality research.
Please note this post may close at sufficient applicants
About us
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have come together to form University Hospitals Tees. As a result, post holders may be required to work across sites within both organisations.
Across University Hospitals Tees, our ambition is to be the best place to work, ensuring we have the right staff in the right roles at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care and experience.
We are committed to supporting our staff through an inclusive and supportive working environment, offering health and wellbeing initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.
We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Level 1 in English & Maths or equivalent qualification NVQ3 or equivalent qualifications/experience.
Knowledge Essential
Developed communication skills to communicate with all levels of staff and patients and carers face to face, on the telephone or in writing Demonstrate initiative in resolving issues and problems. Ability to prioritise workload, manage time effectively and work to tight deadlines. Good time management skills
Experience Essential
Up to date computer/keyboard skills and working knowledge of computer based packages e.g. Word and Excel needed for ability to access, input and retrieve information onto a computer and monitoring of trials patients. Ability to work effectively within a team. Able to work on own with minimal supervision. Ability to demonstrate person centre 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.
Employer details Employer name South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)