Clinical Trials Assistant: Mental Health Research Support

NHS; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health and learning disability trust in York and North Yorkshire seeks a Clinical Trials Assistant to support various research studies. The role involves coordinating patient journeys through protocols, managing documentation, and performing clinical tasks such as venepuncture. Candidates should have a Level 3 diploma in health and social care and experience in a care environment. This fixed-term role emphasizes contributing to patient care and enhancing research quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a Level 3 diploma in health and social care or equivalent.
• Experience working in a care environment, preferably as a Band 2/3 HCA.
• Understanding the needs of people with mental ill health or learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with evaluating patient eligibility for clinical trials.
• Coordinating patient journeys, including scheduling and documentation.
• Managing telephone enquiries and maintaining site-file documentation.

Skills

Ability to work unsupervised on delegated tasks

Experience with data handling

Familiarity with clinical trial processes

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

A mental health and learning disability trust in York and North Yorkshire seeks a Clinical Trials Assistant to support various research studies. The role involves coordinating patient journeys through protocols, managing documentation, and performing clinical tasks such as venepuncture. Candidates should have a Level 3 diploma in health and social care and experience in a care environment. This fixed-term role emphasizes contributing to patient care and enhancing research quality.