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Data Coordinator
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 3
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
22.5 hours per week (minimum of 22.5 hours but more may be considered)
Job ref
223-RCT-506
Employer
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
Town
Shrewsbury
Salary
£22,816 - £24,336 per annum / pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
07/08/2024 23:59

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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust logo

Research Co-ordinator

NHS AfC: Band 3

Job overview

An exciting opportunity to support the cancer/ haematology research team at RSH. 

This a varied role with a mix of admin and clerical support to enable the research team to recruit patients into trials. 

The role involves clinic booking, sending GP letters, managing spreadsheets and using our research databases to add patients as well as other varied tasks.

Time management skills are therefore essential as is the ability to work autonomously. Previous experience in research is not essential, however a good knowledge of hospital IT systems would be an advantage and being a key player is integral to the role.

Be part of something amazing and join the research team - we strive to make a difference to the lives of those with cancer including haematological  cancers, now and for future generations.

The team is multidisciplinary and  we work in a friendly and inclusive environment. 

Main duties of the job

*We are expecting a high number of applications for this post and it is likely that the advert will close early, therefore if you want to join our team please apply early!*

Some of the duties of this varied role :

Clinic booking ,managing databases, preparing for clinics and follow ups and entering data using hospital and other IT systems.

 

Time management skills are therefore essential as is the ability to work autonomously. Previous experience in research is not essential, however a good knowledge of

hospital IT systems would be an advantage and being a key player is integral to the role.

You need to have an enquiring mind with a good basic level of education with a minimum of five GCSEs, or equivalent (grades 9-4 or equivalent) including English and Mathematics.

The post will be based at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital however, you may be required to travel to other Trust sites as required.

 

Working for our organisation

The R&I department is a growing department, with established collaborations across the region. The department is made up of a wide range of professionals working across all Trust sites. The team prides itself on offering our patients access to new and innovative opportunities through research participation. 

 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Minimum 5 GCSE including Maths & English Grade 9-4 or equivalent
Desirable criteria
  • Computer qualification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Significant experience of working in an office as a member of a team
  • Experience in healthcare related administration
Desirable criteria
  • experience in hospital/NHS data systems
  • oncology knowledge
  • evidence of excellent organisational skills

Skills

Essential criteria
  • • Skilled in the use of a variety of software including Microsoft Office and web based data bases
  • Excellent grammar and attention to detail
Desirable criteria
  • demonstrates understanding of research

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Lisa Evans
Job title
Team Lead
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01743 261000

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Shrewsbury Business Park
1 Douglas Court
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
Telephone
01743 492402
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