Job summary We are looking to appoint a Clinical Research Officer within our team, to provide flexible support to increase the number of patients participating in clinical trials in Hywel Dda University Health Board. The post will contribute to the recruitment, education and monitoring of trial patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data. The post will assess and carry out clinical procedures for patients / participants and will be considered part of the clinical team during the participants' involvement with the study. Main duties of the job Initially work with supervision with the aim of working autonomously to assist in the management of clinical trial patients. Assist in identifying suitable patients for entry into clinical trials by screening patient medical records, attending clinics and/or relevant. Attend Multi-disciplinary Team meetings. Use relevant clinical knowledge to identify patients suitable for clinical research using inclusion and exclusion criteria and utilisingNHS records, visiting wards and outpatients. Undertake research activities for which you have been trained and assessed as competent in line with the research competencies framework (eg. receiving informed consent). Carry out physical assessments, taking blood/urine samples and processing according to protocol. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of treatment options, treatment side effects and disease processes to support patients in making an informed treatment choice. Ensure that trial specific investigations are undertaken as required by the trial protocol and obtain results in order to establish eligibility and safety to enter the trial. Safely administer the trial related treatments and drugs that are given within the context of a clinical trial. About us Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 12,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services to almost 400,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through: Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest. Five community hospitals: Amman Valley Hospital and Llandovery Hospital in Carmarthenshire, Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire. Two integrated care centres (Aberaeron and Cardigan, Ceredigion). Community facilities, including: 48 General Practices (GP surgeries), 49 Dental Practices, 98 Community Pharmacies (chemists), 44 General Ophthalmic Practices (including eye health and low vision services), 38 sites providing mental health and learning disability services, care within your own homes. Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales. Date posted 22 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum (pro rata if part time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 100-AC123-0425 Job locations Withybush General Hospital Fishguard Road Haverfordwest SA612PZ Job description Job responsibilities Assess and manage any adverse reactions occurring during treatments as per protocol seeking advice or guidance from specialist nurse or clinician as appropriate. You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents. The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers. The ability to communicate in Welsh isdesirablefor this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us. Interviews will be held on 07/05/2025. Job description Job responsibilities Assess and manage any adverse reactions occurring during treatments as per protocol seeking advice or guidance from specialist nurse or clinician as appropriate. You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents. The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers. The ability to communicate in Welsh isdesirablefor this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us. Interviews will be held on 07/05/2025. Person Specification Qualifications & Knowledge Essential Allied Healthcare professional/health related degree Evidence of continued professional development HCPC registered if applicable Desirable Knowledge of clinical and/or research terminology Experience Essential Clinical experience gained in the NHS Proven record of meeting targets Proficient in a range of data capture systems and Microsoft Office Desirable Previous experience in a clinical research role A working knowledge of the LMPS system Skills and Attributes Essential Ability to communicate complex information to patients/carers/members of MDT Other Essential Ability to travel within the geographical area served by the Health Board Desirable Welsh Speaker (Level 1) Person Specification Qualifications & Knowledge Essential Allied Healthcare professional/health related degree Evidence of continued professional development HCPC registered if applicable Desirable Knowledge of clinical and/or research terminology Experience Essential Clinical experience gained in the NHS Proven record of meeting targets Proficient in a range of data capture systems and Microsoft Office Desirable Previous experience in a clinical research role A working knowledge of the LMPS system Skills and Attributes Essential Ability to communicate complex information to patients/carers/members of MDT Other Essential Ability to travel within the geographical area served by the Health Board Desirable Welsh Speaker (Level 1) 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Hywel Dda University Health Board Address Withybush General Hospital Fishguard Road Haverfordwest SA612PZ Employer's website https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)