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Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Milton Keynes University Hospital (MKUH) NHS Foundation Trust is a medium sized district hospital that provides a full range of acute hospital services and an increasing number of specialist services to the growing population of Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas. With around 550 beds and employing more than 4,000 staff, the hospital sees and treats approximately 400,000 patients each year comprising of both outpatient and emergency attendances.

All inpatient services and most outpatient services are provided on the main hospital site. The Trust is organised into four clinical divisions (medicine, surgery, women and children and core clinical) and a number of corporate directorates. The executive directors, and clinical service unit (CSU) leadership teams, are responsible for the day-to-day management and running of the hospital’s services, with ultimate management accountability resting with the Chief Executive.

Over the last 10 years, the Trust has invested significantly in its site and has developed a number of new services and pathways to improve outcomes for patients, as well as the experience they receive whilst in our care. A number of further developments are planned for the coming years as the health demands of the local population change.

In 2015, the Trust entered into a partnership with the University of Buckingham to establish the first independent Medical School in the country. The first medical students commenced pre-clinical training at the University in January 2015, and in April 2015 the Trust changed its name to Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust to reflect this status. As part of our partnership with the university, we opened our state-of-the-art medical school in 2017 which enables us to attract, train and retain the best clinical talent.

In partnership with the University, we are a Teaching Hospital, and we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients.

The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in their latest inspection which took place in June 2019.

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Clinical Research Assistant

Closed for applications on: 29-Dec-2023 08:44

Vacancy status: Closed

Key details

Contract type & working pattern, job overview.

Department      Research & Development

Band  3             £22,816- £24,336 per annum, pro rata if part-time.                   

Hours:               37.5 hours per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

This is an exciting opportunity for applicants with a minimum of 2 A-Levels/NVQ level 3 or equivalent to work within a busy research department with a portfolio of studies and clinical trials covering a range of conditions. These are NIHR supported studies both commercial and non-commercial. The post holder may be expected to interact with patients and their families in relation to the requirements of the study and be able to work without supervision in some areas. Prior experience is desirable though not essential. The post holders will learn about all aspects of clinical research with a focus on data and documentation and patient care including communication, obtaining, and processing biological samples and organising appointments and investigations. The position will have a Maternity and Reproductive Health focus as well as different specialties from Emergency Medicine to Cardiology, Oncology, Orthopaedics, MSK, Dermatology etc.

The post holder will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, good IT skills and knowledge of Excel, possess good timekeeping, prioritisation skills and be willing to learn and develop within the role.

Interview date: 11.01.2024

The post holder will provide assistance in all aspects of administration of clinical trial delivery and carry out allocated tasks that are related to the delivery of and day to day running of clinical trials.

Candidates with experience in healthcare settings are preferred for the role.

Working for our organisation

You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours.  At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:

• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.  We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Administration

• Recording of clinical trial data onto case report forms (paper or electronic), checking for missing data and liaising with the research nurse to ensure that appropriate tests are carried out as per protocol requirements.
• Take action to obtain, or correct missing data (resolve data queries) while maintaining confidentiality and retrospectively gather information on previously treated patients.

Research practice

• To deal sensitively and in a professional manner with patients in person and on the telephone when dealing with queries and booking appointments.
• To adhere to the recommendations for the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) and risk assessments appropriate to the clinical area.

Professional Development

• To participate in the Trust’s Individual Performance Review process and demonstrate commitment to on-going professional development by working towards the objectives agreed within an annual Personal Development Plan.
• To have responsibility for the Health, Safety and Welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with the requirement of the Health and Safety Regulations.
• To ensure confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act and its amendments.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for more details on the role and responsibilities.

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Person specification

Qualifications and knowledge, essential criteria.

• Minimum 2 A-levels/ NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Good verbal and written. communication skills.
• Computer literate with experience of Microsoft Office, including Access, Word and Excel.
• Experience in the handling and management of complex computer databases.
• Experience of working within a team environment.

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working within a clinical trial setting.
• Experience in coordinating and managing the collection of research data.
• Capable of working on own initiative to problem solve.
• Good time management and a flexible willing attitude to working in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Good organisation and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, methodical with high standards of accuracy.
• Ability to generate reports and extract information from a database.
• Good level of manual dexterity.
• An understanding of medical terminology.

Personal and people development

• Demonstrable commitment to personal and professional development.
• The desire to educate others within the department and share best practice.
• Flexible approach.
• Smart Appearance.
• Good health/attendance records.

Communication

• Good communication and interpersonal skills, enthusiasm and a willingness to work closely and co-operatively with others.
• Good presentation skills.

Specific requirements

• Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations.
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The Highest Paying Jobs in Clinical Science - A New Scientist Careers Guide

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Clinical science is a broad area, encompassing over 50 National Health Service professions that don’t require a formal medical degree, thus offering a great variety of scientific jobs and opportunities to make a difference. The National School of Healthcare Science (NSHCS) defines four specific domains within clinical science: life sciences, physiological sciences, physical sciences and biomedical engineering, and bioinformatics. 

Training is standardised and usually requires an undergraduate science degree with an upper second-class honours (2:1) or above, followed by the three-year postgraduate Scientific Training Programme (STP), after which you will qualify as a clinical scientist with a master’s. The NHS also offers an undergraduate clinical science degree – the Practitioner Training Programme (PTP) – which allows you to enter the STP. 

Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council after qualifying is mandatory if you wish to work in the NHS, voluntary sector or private sector. You could complete Higher Specialist Scientist Training (HSST), which will award you a doctorate and better job prospects.

As with training, NHS salaries are also standardised across all specialisms in clinical science. Staff are paid according to a banding system, as set in the Agenda for Change. Nonetheless, some job roles in clinical science offer greater banding and private job prospects than others.

This article discusses the three best-paid jobs in clinical science for each of the four areas and what undergraduate degrees will help you enter STP if you don’t opt for the PTP route.

Life sciences

Life sciences , in the context of clinical science, focus on the delivery of healthcare by contributing to the diagnosis and management of disease. This domain is further categorised into three areas: genetics , pathology and reproductive science. You will typically work in a hospital lab or clinic.

• Histopathologist

Job role: Pathologists dissect, prepare and examine patient tissue samples using cutting-edge technologies to support the diagnosis of disease. With more experience or after completing HSST, you could move into management or research, or specialise in an area of interest.

Suggested pre-STP degrees: Biomedical sciences , biology , chemistry

Average salary (experienced): £69,000  

Job role: As a genomics specialist, you will analyse patients’ DNA to identify genetic changes that may result in inherited or acquired diseases, such as cystic fibrosis or cancer. Specialising in genomic counselling offers more direct patient contact, where you support families with or at risk of genetic disease. If you wish to conduct advanced research, move into industry or lead clinical trials, a postgraduate degree is essential.

Suggested pre-STP degrees: Genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology

Average salary (experienced): £58,000  

• Clinical biochemist

Job role: Clinical biochemists perform analysis of body fluids, such as blood or urine, to help diagnose disease and devise a management plan. You may conduct your analyses in labs, clinics or even operating theatres in some cases. To move into industrial sectors such as pharmaceuticals , a master’s degree is highly desirable. Research will require a PhD.

Suggested pre-STP degrees: Biochemistry, molecular biology, chemistry

Average salary (experienced): £50,000

Physiological sciences

In physiological sciences, you will use evidence-based medical tools and technologies to assess health, restore function or improve overall patient health. As such, your work will include a substantial amount of direct patient contact.

• Clinical scientist

Job role: Although you can become a clinical scientist in any specialism in any of the four branches, physiological sciences offer some of the more lucrative options, such as neurophysiology, ophthalmic and vision sciences and cardiac science . You may choose to provide direct patient care, be involved in research or work in industry.

Suggested pre-STP degrees: Biomedical sciences, applied medical science or another discipline relevant to your desired specialism

Average salary (experienced): £68,000

• Audiologist

Job role: Audiologists may work in a hospital or retail setting to assess their clients’ hearing. They fit, test and repair various hearing aids for their patients or customers. Removing ear wax and consulting on ear health and hygiene are also their responsibilities. With experience, you could manage hospital audiology departments, become a director of a store or specialise in areas such as cochlear implants.

Suggested pre-STP degrees: Biomedical sciences, neuroscience , anatomy

Average salary (experienced): £65,000  

• Critical care technologist

Job role: Patients in critical care units rely on advanced life-support equipment such as ventilators, dialysis machines and ECG monitors. As a critical care technologist, you will set up and maintain these machines and teach hospital staff how to use them. After HSST, you could become a consultant technologist and specialise in areas such as burns or transplants.

Suggested pre-STP degrees: Biomedical sciences, applied medical sciences, biomedical engineering

Average salary (experienced): £47,500

Physical sciences and biomedical engineering

Clinical scientists working in physical sciences and biomedical engineering ensure technologies and equipment used in healthcare are safe and effective. They may also help design new technologies, thus contributing to innovation in diagnostic, therapeutic and research methods.  

• Medical physicist

Job role: Medical physicists work at hospitals or in labs. They research, develop, test and maintain new systems and devices that help in the diagnosis and management of diseases. You may also spend some time training staff in using equipment. With further specialisation or business experience, you may move into the manufacturing industry.

Suggested pre-STP degrees: Physics, astrophysics, mathematics with physics

Average salary (experienced): £51,500  

• Clinical engineer

Job role: Clinical engineers apply physics and engineering principles to build medical equipment, ranging from prosthetics and implants to hospital equipment such as scanners. You may also conduct research to develop novel devices to be used in the future. With a master’s degree and work experience, you could move into industry and take on senior roles in health tech companies.

Suggested pre-STP degrees: Biomedical engineering, physics, mechanical engineering

Average salary (experienced): £50,000  

• Clinical photographer

Job role: Clinical photographers work in the medical illustration department at a hospital and help with diagnostic work-ups. You could use techniques such as thermography, fluorescein angiography and standard photography or videography. You may generate posters, leaflets or other artwork requiring graphic design skills. With experience, you could lead clinical photography departments or conduct research in medical illustration.

Suggested pre-STP degrees: Graphic design, photography, film-making

Average salary (experienced): £43,000

Bioinformatics

Bioinformaticians are experts in data science and information technology. They obtain, store, organise and process complex clinical data with the aim of improving patient care. The NSHCS divides the domain of bioinformatics into clinical informatics, genomics and scientific computing.   

• Clinical informatics

Job role: This job involves data analysis and interpretation of big data generated in healthcare and research. You will also ensure that data and information are stored securely, upholding patient confidentiality. Continuously finding ways to apply new technologies, such as telemedicine, will also form part of your duties. With experience and a master’s degree, you could manage a department or move into research or industry.

Suggested pre-STP degrees: Computer science, data science, engineering

Average salary (experienced): £82,500  

Job role: Bioinformaticians in genomics utilise the vast number of genomic databases at their disposal to analyse the genetics of a patient and determine the best treatment options for them. They work closely with clinical geneticists, clinical science staff and IT teams. With a master’s degree or PhD, you could move into research or take on senior roles in biotechnology firms.

Suggested pre-STP degrees: Genetics, biomedical science, molecular biology

Average salary (experienced): £81,000  

• Scientific computing

Job role: Scientific computing experts develop, improve and troubleshoot digital platforms, as well as software used in clinical services and medical research. They may also engineer software and user-friendly interfaces for medical equipment and devices. With experience, you could move into the medical technology sector.

Suggested pre-STP degrees: Computer science, software engineering , information technology

Average salary (experienced): £51,500

Clinical science offers a plethora of possible career paths. You may wish to follow traditional NHS routes and work your way up the banding system or get involved in the private sector and move into industry. Your unique skills and expertise will be highly valued within and outside a clinical setting. Whichever domain you eventually choose to work in, you will contribute towards the well-being of society.

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