Senior Research Therapeutic Radiographer

Senior Research Therapeutic Radiographer/NurseAn exciting opportunity has arisen within the Research & Development Department to join us as a Senior Research Therapeutic Radiographer/Nurse.You will be responsible for delivering and clinically managing your own portfolio of academic and commercial research studies, providing expert research support to investigators, within the specialty of Oncology research, specifically, Radiography, although it is an expectation to work across all research specialities as well as provide cover for colleagues as and when required. This post will enable you to gain clinical knowledge and skills around a variety ofconditions through working closely with the consultants and specialist nurses and multi-disciplinary teams.Work with the Research Team to support the safe conduct of research in accordance with the UK Clinical Trials Regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and provide assurance that the rights, safety and well-being of trial participants are protected.The post holder will be responsible for undertaking, co-ordinating and driving a team in the recruitment of patients to clinical trials, working closely with the Radiotherapy Service to forge links and provide a thorough, high quality and efficient service encompassing all aspects of the radiotherapy treatment delivery and patient care.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will be responsible for undertaking, co-ordinating and driving a team in the recruitment of patients to clinical trials, working closely with the Radiotherapy Service to forge links and provide a thorough, high quality and efficient service encompassing all aspects of the radiotherapy treatment delivery and patient care.The post holder will work with the team lead to develop and grow the research portfolio across their designated speciality area. The post will involve, managing and coordinating, clinical trials collaboratively with the research & multidisciplinary teams. You will be accountable for the assessment, planning, organisation and on-going care of research participants, whilst maximising compliance with study/trial protocol.As a specialist role the post holder will provide, expert direction, support, supervision and management of staff. They will assist with the training of staff to ensure they conform to protocol and practice guidelines.NMC or HPC registration is an essential requirement for the post alongside post registration experience working within the NHS. Experience of working in research or radiotherapy would be an advantage as well as knowledge of research regulations relating to the conduct of clinical trials.About usThe Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly withvisitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation.It's established South West Clinical School in Cornwall exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence-based activities. Read their research paper to find out more.Website: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/clinical-schools/royal-cornwall-hospitals-nhs-trust-clinical-schoolhttps://doi.org/10.1177/17449871231209037Job responsibilitiesPLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:Identity ChecksProfessional registration and qualification checksEmployment history and reference checksOccupational Health clearanceSatisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service checkRight to work in the UKFor further information please visit:https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulationWe reserve the right to close this advert early.We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.Person SpecificationQualificationsNMC Registered Nurse/Degree in Radiotherapy or equivalentNMC/HPC registrationICH-GCP certificate or willingness to undertakeTeachingMastersExperienceResearch trials experience to include academic clinical trial experienceConversant with DoH Research Governance Framework for Health and Social Care, ICH GCP and the European Union Clinical Trials Directive & Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) RegulationsNHS ExperienceEvidence of continued professional developmentResearch methodology trainingPractical Skills & KnowledgeHigh level of technical competence across pre-treatment, planning, treatment and imagingUnderstand the principles of QA and audit and their importance in RadiotherapyAbility to manage own time and workload with minimal supervisionAbility to work in a self -directed manner whilst also contributing to and working as a team memberAble to manage, lead & motivate a teamExcellent written & verbal communication Skills - ability to communicate complex information to patients /carers/MDT membersAbility to undertake duties commensurate to the postGood computer literacy including email and internetExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to be a research advocate and positive role model.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr