Job description

Job responsibilities

The Research Dietitian will play a critical role in the delivery of a variety of clinical trials focused on weight management, obesity treatment, and metabolic health. This position involves working collaboratively with our multidisciplinary research team and our study participants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely completion of all key research study training modules required for the delegation of duties applicable to your role on specific clinical trials.
• Deliver specialist dietetic input to participants in clinical research studies as per study protocols study training given.
• Conduct nutritional assessments and provide dietary counselling as per study training given and study protocols.
• Collect, and record study data accurately in accordance with study protocols, research and ethical standards and utilising the ALCOA principles that data should be attributable, legible, contemporaneous, original, and accurate as well as complete, consistent, enduring, and available.
• Support retention of study participants.
• Ensure the safe and ethical conduct of studies in line with ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and NHS research governance frameworks.
• Liaise across our multidisciplinary team of Principal Investigators, research nurses, administrative team and external partners including study Sponsors and Contract Research Organisations.
• Monitor participant progress and be a key point of contact for them
• Stay up to date with emerging research in nutrition science, behavioural weight management, and clinical trial methodologies.
• Be an active member of the Research Team, collaborating on projects, building strong working relationships, fostering a co-operative solution focussed work environment.
• Be reliable and support continuous improvement across our organisation.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy in all your work

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• -Knowledge of and experience in areas of general dietetics such as nutrition support, weight management, diabetes.
• -Evidence of continuous professional development.
• -Evidence of developing knowledge
• -Understands professional standards and Code of Conduct as set out by the Health Professions Council.
• -Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
• -Good interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• - Experience /exposure to clinical research

Qualifications

Essential

• -Health Professions Council Registered Dietitian
• -Degree in Dietetics or Science/Nutrition Degree plus Post-graduate Diploma in Dietetics.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Layton Medical Centre

Address

200 Kingscote Drive

Blackpool

FY3 7EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.laytonmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will assist with the administration of clinical trials from feasibility to archiving including (but not limited to):

Main duties of the job

Assist with the efficient and timely set up of clinical trials.

Communicate directly with participants and assist with tracking of their appointments including

Manage own workload for daily trial activity including data entry and support with amendment processing to meet internal and external deadlines.

Assist with quality assurance of all trial related documentation in accordance with relevant legislation and guidelines.

Assist with preparation for audit and inspections

General trial-related communication in accordance with the Data Protection Act.

Key Responsibilities

Act as a point of contact for the team communicating directly with them regarding participant appointments, data queries, monitoring visits and other enquiries relevant to trial set up and general trial conduct.

Support the set up and initiation of studies, under the guidance of the senior team

Track participant visits, updating core research systems including the completion of enrolment and recruitment activity logs

Maintain electronic and physical investigator site files and essential documentation in accordance with ICH-GCP and FCCR SOPs to ensure they are kept inspection ready at all times

With support, process trial amendment submissions in accordance with ICH-GCP and FCCR SOPs and timelines.

Provide general administrative support to the team as and when required

Support the completion of study worksheets when required maintaining appropriate version control

Ensure timely collection of participant medical histories, so that these are available as needed for visits and monitoring purposes

When required liaise with clinical trial monitors to ensure the data is valid and their requirements are met at site monitoring visits.

Completion of clinical trial specific databases with data from various sources

With support, cross check, confirm and complete data query resolution in a timely manner.

Arrange shipping and delivery of relevant trial data, supplies and documents when required

Support the arrangement of team and trial related meetings as required, producing minutes in a timely manner.

Ensure that data is available and up to date for any meetings related to a clinical trial.

If required attend project related meetings to convey the relevant information to the study team.

Assist with preparation for audit and inspections within the FCCR team

Assist with trial document archiving

Ensure that trial related supplies (including blood kit supplies) are adequate and assist with the ordering process when required

Administrative and Governance Responsibilities

Maintain accurate and confidential participant records.

Ensure compliance with data protection and confidentiality standards.

Contribute to audit, service evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives

Attend research meetings as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or administrative experience

Desirable

• Degree in a science or health related discipline.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in administration including data management
• Good written communication skills.
• Good understanding and demonstrated use of Microsoft Word/ Excel
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Good organisational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good oral communication skills

Desirable

• Relevant training courses in clinical research.
• Relevant IT experience
• Experience of working within a clinical trials environment.
• Relevant experience within a Good Clinical Practice and research environment
• Good understanding and demonstrated use of the full Microsoft Office suite.

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

Layton Medical Centre

Address

200 Kingscote Drive

Blackpool

FY3 7EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.laytonmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the clinical team by:

Delivering safe and effective patient care under the supervision of practice nurses and GPs.

Conducting basic clinical procedures, such as venepuncture, ECGs, and health checks.

Assisting with the management of chronic disease reviews.

Supporting patients with lifestyle advice and preventative care.

Handling specimens and diagnostic testing as per clinical guidelines.

Maintaining infection control procedures and ensuring all clinical areas are well-stocked.

Accurately documenting clinical data and patient interactions in electronic records.

The role requires a proactive, caring, and professional approach to patient care, ensuring a high standard of service at all times.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in phlebotomy - Essential
• Experience in conducting ECG's
• Strong communication and patient interaction skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• IT literacy, with experience using EMIS. Understanding of infection control, confidentiality, and safeguarding protolcols.

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification/experience).

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a GP surgery.

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

Layton Medical Centre

Address

200 Kingscote Drive

Blackpool

FY3 7EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.laytonmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)