As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision ' to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'. We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine including adult cystic fibrosis and diagnostic imaging, both in the hospital and out in the community. We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics. Heart and lung disease continue to be amongst the biggest killers in the UK and the communities we serve are marked by increased prevalence of cardiovascular disease, higher levels of heart failure, hypertension, coronary artery disease and an ageing population. Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and facilitated by technology. New and upgraded clinical areas are designed with patients and families fully involved to deliver their needs. As part of our long term plan, we aim to form strong clinical and organisational relationships where possible. There is clear evidence that partnerships improve patient care and enhance quality and we aim to collaborate with a range of other providers and professionals with the aim to extending access and improve quality. Our vision is underpinned by five strategic goals: Quality: to deliver the highest quality, safest and best experience for patients and their families by providing reliable care Service and Innovation: to develop our service portfolio for patients by developing innovative models of care Value: to maintain financial viability, enhance service delivery and develop new models of care to improve the health of our patients and safely reduce costs Workforce: to be the best NHS Employer by 2019 by attracting and retaining the best staff to deliver excellent patient care Stakeholders: to develop productive relationships with key stakeholders in order to enhance our profile and reputation. Our Mission “Excellent, Compassionate and Safe care for every patient, every day” Job overview The primary role of the Clinical Research Assistant is to support the portfolio of clinical research studies based at the Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital. You will be responsible for facilitating the research pathways of patients participating in research studies. You will be directly involved in recruitment, education and the monitoring of research patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data. You will provide support for a specific research study but may be required to support the wider research portfolio when necessary. There will be a requirement for travelling across the Merseyside and Cheshire region to support the recruitment to this research study and transport will be provided. The base is considered as Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital. You will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary teams across the Trust and community. Advert Operate independently without supervision within the defines of your pay Band Manage own time and workload with an overview from senior staff Plan, deliver and evaluate patient-centred care in relation to the study protocol Manage patient clinics within a studies requirement Inform study patients GPs of their participation in a clinical trial, Collect, collate, and report information, maintaining accurate patients records in line with Trust policy including Information Governance, Study Protocols and ICH_GCP. Participate in maintaining a safe, comfortable therapeutic environment for all patients and carers. Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure needs are met in relation to care input and support for ongoing care needs. Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and carers/family members consistent with their level of understanding and their culture. Respect confidential information obtained in the course of professional practice and uphold the principles of Caldicott and the Data Protection Act. Complete documentation via the electronic patient record system in line with Trust Policy, and Information Governance and ICH-GCP guidelines. Undertake venepuncture and sample collection following training and assessment. Stock taking and ordering consumables. Sample kit coordination and dispatch. Consent to research studies following training and delegation of task. Working for our organisation As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'. We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community. We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics. Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms. Please visit our website - https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/ Please follow this link for a tour of our site - https://bit.ly/36ylsoq Detailed job description and main responsibilities CLINICAL Operate independently without supervision within the defines of your pay Band Manage own time and workload with an overview from senior staff Plan, deliver and evaluate patient-centred care in relation to the study protocol Manage patient clinics within a studies requirement Inform study patients GPs of their participation in a clinical trial, liaising with the GP as required Collect, collate, and report information, maintaining accurate patients records in line with Trust policy including Information Governance, Study Protocols and ICH_GCP. Participate in maintaining a safe, comfortable therapeutic environment for all patients and carers. Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure needs are met in relation to care input and support for ongoing care needs. Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and carers/family members consistent with their level of understanding and their culture. Assess the potential risks involved within the scope of work activities, identifying how best to manage the risks. Respect confidential information obtained in the course of professional practice and uphold the principles of Caldicott and the Data Protection Act. Complete documentation via the electronic patient record system in line with Trust Policy, and Information Governance and ICH-GCP guidelines. Undertake venepuncture and sample collection following training and assessment. Stock taking and ordering consumables. Sample kit coordination and dispatch. Consent to research studies following training and delegation of task. STUDY REQUIREMENTS Assembling, completing, and maintaining the required regulatory documentation in a clear and organised way Ensure that the study is conducted adhering to the International Conference for Harmonisation (ICH) and Good Clinical Practise (GCP) guidelines, UK Clinical Trials Regulations and in accordance with its protocol Attend Investigator meetings and set up meetings. Liaise with the Principal Investigator to ensure study delivery Identify and screen for potential research participants Be able to advise and support patients and their families when considering participation in a study Ensure availability of clear and easy to follow study guidelines, so that staff workload is kept to a minimum Obtain informed consent from study participants in line with GCP Guidelines and study protocol. To prioritise research activity as necessary thus ensuring recruitment targets are met. To ensure that all data is collected and managed effectively and accurately. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Therefore, interested applicants are advised to apply as early as possible. Please review the job description and person specification carefully before applying to ensure that you meet the essential requirements for the post. All applicants will be contacted and informed by email whether they were successfully shortlisted for interview. As part of you pre-employment checks we will be required to obtain satisfactory references. We require at least one written reference from your current or most recent employer. We are only able to accept references from a professional work email address. Employers are expected to implement the Care Certificate for all applicable new starters from April 2015. The Care Certificate aims to equip health and social care support workers with the knowledge and skills which they need to provide safe, compassionate care. We expect all new starters in clinical, patient facing posts (bands 1-4) to complete all 15 standards of the Care Certificate, within their first 6 months with the Trust. Flexible Working applications will be considered in line the Trusts flexible working policies. The Trust is a no-smoking site. We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date should we receive sufficient applications and so urge you to submit your application as soon as possible. Please note UKVI guidelines prohibits sponsorship for all Band 2 and 3 posts. Guidelines state that many other posts are also not eligible for sponsorship. Please use UKVI guidance on Skilled Worker Visas to determine whether you would be eligible for sponsorship if you were to gain a conditional offer for this role. https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job If you are a Skilled Worker/ Health and Care visa applicant and you are coming to work in an occupation defined by the relevant Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code, you will be required to provide a criminal record certificate from any country you have lived in for 12 months or more in the last 10 years, this is also applicable for your adult dependants.