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Clinical metrology--a future career grade?
Lancet (London, England)
|July 19, 1980
Summary
Clinical metrology offers a new career path in the National Health Service, providing consistent patient monitoring and supporting physicians. This role appeals to qualified women seeking part-time work with increased job satisfaction.
Area of Science:
- Rheumatology
- Clinical Trials
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Clinical metrologists have been employed in Leeds for seven years, taking on increasing responsibilities in clinical trials for rheumatic diseases.
- Their roles can expand to trial planning, practical procedures, and research activities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the potential of clinical metrology as a new career grade within the National Health Service.
- To assess the suitability of this role for qualified individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce, particularly married women with families.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of 20 applications for a vacant clinical metrology position in Leeds.
- Evaluation of the responsibilities and potential benefits of the clinical metrology role.
Main Results:
- The analysis indicated a strong interest from highly qualified married women seeking part-time roles with "social hours" and increased job satisfaction.
- The role offers consistent patient monitoring, surpassing the capabilities of rotating junior medical staff.
Conclusions:
- Clinical metrology presents a viable career opportunity in healthcare, offering enhanced patient care and professional fulfillment.
- This role allows physicians to focus on complex cases and research by offloading routine follow-up tasks.