Job summary
Job Title: Medical Technical Officer - Permanent.
Grade: AfC Band 3.
Directorate: Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory, Department of Microbiology, Core Clinical Services.
Location/Base: Bristol, Southmead Hospital.
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Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Medical Technical Officer to join an existing, highly experienced, multi-disciplinary team.
The successful applicant will be based in the Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory at Southmead Hospital in Bristol, which is recognised as a centre of excellence for both R&D and specialist service provision in the area of antimicrobial chemotherapy.
The post-holder will work primarily on supporting more senior staff, assisting in the day to day work of the specialist assay service provided by the Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory.
Both laboratory work and clerical work will be undertaken including sample analysis, result communication by telephone and computer data entry . We will offer full training, encouragement and support.
The successful applicant is likely to have a science background and preferably experience of working in a laboratory
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered. We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses ourservices.North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working as part of a team and under the direction of more senior staff, to assist in the day to day work of the specialist assay service provided by the Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory.
To undertake data entry and associated clerical duties.
To undertake routine maintenance and diagnostic checks on specialist equipment. To assistant in the procurement, provision and management of laboratory supplies. The specific duties carried out will depend on the allocated area of work.
To participate in the preparation and processing of clinical specimens for antibiotic assay and under supervision, to communicate results back to the users of the Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working as part of a team and under the direction of more senior staff, to assist in the day to day work of the specialist assay service provided by the Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory.
To undertake data entry and associated clerical duties.
To undertake routine maintenance and diagnostic checks on specialist equipment. To assistant in the procurement, provision and management of laboratory supplies. The specific duties carried out will depend on the allocated area of work.
To participate in the preparation and processing of clinical specimens for antibiotic assay and under supervision, to communicate results back to the users of the Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or A levels in science or related subjects
Work Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
Desirable
- Working knowledge of lab procedures, processing of samples, SOPs and H&S, computer systems and Data Entry
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills, communication skills both verbal and written and organisation skills and team working, ability to concentrate
Desirable
- Key board skills and accurate data entry skills
Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances
Essential
Desirable
- Experience of handling pathology specimens
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or A levels in science or related subjects
Work Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
Desirable
- Working knowledge of lab procedures, processing of samples, SOPs and H&S, computer systems and Data Entry
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills, communication skills both verbal and written and organisation skills and team working, ability to concentrate
Desirable
- Key board skills and accurate data entry skills
Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances
Essential
Desirable
- Experience of handling pathology specimens
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.
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.
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
North Bristol NHS Trust
Address
Southmead Hospital
North Bristol NHS Trust, Southmead Hospital
Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol
BS10 5NB
Employer's website
https://www.nbt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
