• Job Description

  Req#: E0307-24-0567?language=en&page=995&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  A new vacancy has arisen in the Point of Care Testing team for a Band 4 Associate Practitioner which includes working as part of a community POCT Virtual Ward service.

  The POCT team provide essential services for Southend and Basildon University Hospitals and associated community locations. It provides a high quality and responsive service that includes supporting equipment and training of clinical staff in the performance of POCT equipment including blood gas, blood glucose, CRP, urinalysis and pregnancy testing amongst others.

  The team liaise closely with the nursing and clinical teams. The work is varied and entails troubleshooting instruments, maintaining stock for POCT equipment, monitoring competency and training POCT users. Validation and verification of new equipment is required to support new projects / developments and replacement equipment.

  As a member of the Point of Care team you will be required to work on both the hospital sites (Basildon and Southend) and community locations from 8am-8pm. Weekend day working is also a requirement.

  Main duties of the job

  • To perform point of care support services, within operating procedures and protocols, to provide within agreed quality standards of service delivery and turnaround times under the supervision of senior grade BMS staff
  • To provide support and troubleshooting services to maintain essential POCT equipment used in acute clinical areas. Equipment includes blood gas, blood glucose, urinalysis and pregnancy testing. The team liaise closely with the nursing and clinical teams
  • To perform validation and verification of new equipment for new projects/ developments and replacement equipment
  • To provide training of clinical staff in the operation of POCT equipment
  • To utilise data manager software to monitor and quality check POCT equipment and staff use
  • To continue with personal development through academic or practical experience

  About us

  SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.

  We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.

  We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.

  Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.

  SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.

  Date posted

  04 September 2024

  Pay scheme

  Other

  Salary

  £26,530 to £29,114 a year £1,500 wellbeing allowance

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  E0307-24-0567

  Job locations

  Basildon Hospital

  Nethermayne

  Basildon

  Essex

  SS16 5NL

  
  

  Southend Hospital Nhs Trust

  Prittlewell Chase

  Westcliff-on-sea

  Essex

  SS0 0RY

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  • To perform routine biomedical investigations, and participate in the scientific and technical activities of the POCT section, which may include specimen reception functions, under supervision of Biomedical Scientists
  • To maintain high professional standards and conform to Health and Safety regulations
  • Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory
  • Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, via telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results
  • Use consumables and equipment in accordance to POCT policy and standard operating procedures (SOP) and be responsible for stock control audits and recording through approved channels as required
  • Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff and enter the information in the CAPA module of Q-pulse in a timely manner as directed by senior staff
  • Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  • To perform routine biomedical investigations, and participate in the scientific and technical activities of the POCT section, which may include specimen reception functions, under supervision of Biomedical Scientists
  • To maintain high professional standards and conform to Health and Safety regulations
  • Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory
  • Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, via telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results
  • Use consumables and equipment in accordance to POCT policy and standard operating procedures (SOP) and be responsible for stock control audits and recording through approved channels as required
  • Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff and enter the information in the CAPA module of Q-pulse in a timely manner as directed by senior staff
  • Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • A minimum of a Foundation degree with 4 GCSEs (including Maths and English) at Grade A-C. Relevant NVQ Level 3 plus additional theoretical and applied training to Level 4 diploma equivalent level
  • Good degree of accuracy, numeracy & interpretive skills

  Desirable

  • Biomedical Science degree

  Experience

  Essential

  • Knowledge of computer applications and LIMS including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Statistical Packages
  • Ability to analyse and technically interpret test results
  • High degree of dexterity required and able to concentrate for extended periods of time

  Desirable

  • Experience of working within a laboratory or hospital environment

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • A minimum of a Foundation degree with 4 GCSEs (including Maths and English) at Grade A-C. Relevant NVQ Level 3 plus additional theoretical and applied training to Level 4 diploma equivalent level
  • Good degree of accuracy, numeracy & interpretive skills

  Desirable

  • Biomedical Science degree

  Experience

  Essential

  • Knowledge of computer applications and LIMS including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Statistical Packages
  • Ability to analyse and technically interpret test results
  • High degree of dexterity required and able to concentrate for extended periods of time

  Desirable

  • Experience of working within a laboratory or hospital environment

  Employer details

  Employer name

  iPP Analytics Limited

  Address

  Basildon Hospital

  Nethermayne

  Basildon

  Essex

  SS16 5NL

  
  

  Employer's website

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

  Employer details

  Employer name

  iPP Analytics Limited

  Address

  Basildon Hospital

  Nethermayne

  Basildon

  Essex

  SS16 5NL

  
  

  Employer's website

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

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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