Point of Care Testing Coordinator
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University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive.We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Point of Care Testing Coordinator to lead a small team supporting Point of Care Testing across all sites of University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.
This is an interesting and challenging position leading a small dedicated team delivering support for POCT to most clinical areas across the Trust.
The successful candidate must be flexible and able to travel to different sites across the Trust as needed.
You will work closely with suppliers and managers and staff at all levels across the Trust and have knowledge and understanding of ISO standards and UKAS accreditation.
The department is committed to continuous development and quality improvement and you must be equally committed to these principles.
There will be opportunities available for further developing your skills in all aspects of POCT to enable to you fulfil your potential and further your career.
Anyone newly appointed to the trust will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period. This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate must be an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with a keen interest in Point of Care Testing, experience of leading a team, and demonstrable training skills.
This is a challenging post that requires an ability to multitask and excellent communication and IT skills.
Although supported by a Consultant Clinical Scientist and Technical Services Manager from the Biochemistry department, you will have a high degree of autonomy in your day to day work and must be able to manage your workload to ensure that key performance indicators are met and reports delivered on time.
The POCT service at UHMBT is delivered via a POCT managed service contract with Radiometer. A variety of analysers are in use in the Trust delivering the wide repertoire of test results required for acute clinical care.
Working for our organisation
We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Person specification
Education and qualifications
Essential criteria- Biomedical Sciences (Hons) degree or equivalent qualification
- HCPC registration
- IBMS Specialist portfolio in Blood Sciences, Biochemistry or Haematology or equivalent experience
- MSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent qualification or experience
- Recognised training qualification
Experience
Essential criteria- Highly developed technical and scientific skills
- Evidence of highly developed written and oral communication skills in a variety of settings
- Experience of working within a Team
- Full understanding and awareness of the Standards for accreditation of medical laboratories and POCT NHS or other public sector experience Quality management experience
- Proven ability to manage resources effectively
- Experience of providing training
- Experience of the clinical and technical validation of analytical equipment
- Experience of risk assessment
- Experience of developing new policies and procedures
Skills, ability and knowledge
Essential criteria- Experience in a large multidisciplinary organisation
- Knowledge of POCT issues
- Ability to build a cohesive team by encouraging a positive approach to new procedures and skills
- Highly developed communication skills including report writing, presentation, facilitation and influencing skills
- Excellent IT skills, with experience of Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships at all levels
- Effective customer focused skills with a professional and approachable manner
- Demonstrable analytical problem solving skills and experience
- Meticulous record keeping skills
- Effective personal and time management skills with ability to manage conflicting priorities
- Ability to comply with the Trust’s policies
- Ability to deal with information sensitively and confidentially
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria- Ability to travel as required
- Ability to work independently and multi- task
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective team leadership qualities
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The Trust promotes flexible working opportunities where ever possible to enable staff to balance their work and home life. We are committed to Equal Opportunities and aim to be Effortlessly Inclusive .
The trust operates a No Smoking Policy.
Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our Person Specification will be shortlisted for Interview.
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The Trust does not offer interview expenses to shortlisted candidates unless indicated in the advert
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Anyone newly appointed to the trust under the Agenda For Change contract, will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period. This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.
We have introduced a new system called Pre-Onboarding, specifically to support you right the way through to your first few months in your new role with us at UHMB. This bespoke site has lots of useful information to help you settle in to your new role including: what to expect from the recruitment clearances process, where to get a uniform, when you'll get paid etc.As well as information on a number of our services i.e. Infection Prevention, Anti-fraud, Inclusion and Diversity, Care Certificates and much more. To access click on this link https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/uhmbt-pre-onboarding.