Healthcare Science and Pharmacy

Description

*Please note that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. So if you are interested, please apply for this vacancy as soon as you can.*

This post is a Band 2 post that automatically progresses to Band 3 after 6 months in post with competencies signed off.

Please note this is not a Trainee Biomedical post and does not come with a training budget.

Applications are invited for a medical Laboratory Assistant role in the Cervical Screening department at Southmead hospital. The Department provides Cervical Screening across the whole of the South West through a mixture of molecular Human Papilloma Testing and traditional microscopy techniques. It operates in a vibrant and dynamic environment from a purpose-built facility and staffed by a large group of friendly and keen individuals.

The Medical Laboratory Assistant role consists of a mixture of administrative tasks and laboratory preparation work in support of the  screening programme  on a rotational basis.

Description

• To undertake repairs and refurbishments to mechanical and electrical medical equipment such as wheelchairs, their components and batteries, carrying out diagnostic testing of faulty and damaged equipment in a variety of community settings (e.g. Home Addresses, Schools, Care homes etc.)
• Participating in the On Call rota across the region
• Timely completion of all paperwork
• Carry out refurbishment at the in-house workshop
• Liaison with the wheelchair assessment team to establish patient requirements
• Daily care of service vehicle supplied

Description

You will be involved in the day-to-day support work of the Histopathology laboratory, including data-entry, assisting in the reception and preparation of clinical specimens for biological testing, and with the maintenance of equipment and departmental filing systems.  In addition you may also be required to assist in the loading and unloading of slides from the departments digital slide scanners.

Description

Clinical Equipment Services (CES) are responsible for the whole life management of wide range of medical devices within North Bristol NHS Trust and community healthcare organisations. CES operates under a BSI accredited, ISO9001:2015 Quality management system.

This post holder will be responsible for the management of mechanical and optical engineering section of CES. This includes appropriate service planning to meet the servicing and repair KPIs, performance monitoring and personnel management, development of protocols and work instructions, proactive management of replacement plans and providing expert advice on medical device procurement.

As a Service Head, the post holder is also expected to ensure section’s expenditure is controlled, stock levels are regularly monitored, and the service is delivered efficiently.  

The post holder is required to work to an advanced level of expertise, providing a range of specialised advice to clinical, managerial staff relating to medical device management, procurement and risk management to ensure safe use of medical devices.

This is a Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm job role.

Description

Successful Candidates will use scientific, and clinical skills to analyse genomic data  and prepare and authorise patient reports. The roles also involve significant clinical communication /education, research and development, and quality assurance/ improvement.

Applicants will be expected to demonstrate:
*A good first degree/higher qualification in Genetics or equivalent, higher 
degree desirable.
*HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist in Cancer genetics/Genomics or close to achieving registration.
*Clinical service experience.
*Completion of the Modernising Scientific Careers Training Scheme including MSc in Genetics/Genomic Science OR a Postgraduate Certificate of competence in Molecular Genetics or Cytogenetics.
*Applications are also invited from those approaching the end of the Clinical Scientist Training Programme, with initial appointment to Band 6 pending completion of HCPC registration

Full time 37.5 hours per week. Part time and job share considered. There are excellent opportunities for progression for qualified and motivated applicants.

Contact Laura Yarram-Smith or Chris Wragg for further information:

Description

• To work as part of the Respiratory Physiology team to provide high quality respiratory diagnostics to both outpatients and inpatients from across North Bristol NHS Trust.
• Maintain accurate records in relation to the clinical and diagnostic activity.
• Perform regular calibration and quality control of equipment and report faults promptly.
• Contribute to the provision of a good learning environment by supporting/mentoring trainee Healthcare Scientists in their learning.
• Contribute to departmental research and audit where appropriate.

Description

Full details of the duties of the role can be found in the attached job description.  These duties cover the areas of:

• Strategic Leadership
• Operational Management
• Financial Management
• Corporate and Clinical Governance
• Relationship building and engagement
• Continuous Improvement
• Enabling professional leadership
• Enabling patient and public involvement
• Promoting equality, diversity and inclusion
• Partnership and cross-boundary working
• Leadership for transformational change
• Developing an excellent organisation