Job summary
MFT hosts one of the largest diagnostic Biochemistry services within the NHS. Now as its own directorate, Biochemistry resides within the division of laboratory medicine and currently comprises of laboratories across Oxford Road, Wythenshawe, Trafford and North Manchester Hospitals . Collectively the laboratories provide a diverse range of complex and specialist services for both adults and paediatrics across the country, with MFT being a large tertiary referral centre and university teaching hospital.
We have exciting opportunities at our Oxford Road Campus and are seeking an enthusiastic, aspirational and highly motivated Associate Practitioner, ideally with laboratory experience in a relevant pathology discipline, to join our Biochemistry team . The successful candidate will require a working knowledge of laboratory areas, including both practical and basic theoretical knowledge of the various methods employed and will join a team of Biomedical Scientists to deliver the day to day operation of one of our Automated and Specialist Biochemistry sections.
The role of Associate Practitioner will be on a fixed term, 12 month contract. The successful candidate will work Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11:00 - 20:00.
Main duties of the job
The Post holder will act as an Associate Practitioner supporting HCPC registered staff within the department, working under both direct and indirect supervision performing an extensive range of automated, semi-automated and manual techniques. Accuracy and attention to detail is essential to ensure the service is safe and complies with current standards, clinical governance, health and safety and risk management policies.
NHS laboratory and hospital experience are desirable; however full training will be provided. Candidates must be in possession of an appropriate science NVQ level3, HCS Apprenticeship level 2 certificate of achievement level1 or equivalent experience.
The post is part-time; 25.5 hours per week, 11:00 - 20:00 Wednesday- Friday
The department has full HCPC training status for pre and post registration IBMS portfolios and full ISO 15189 accreditation.
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
The role of Associate Practitioner will be on a fixed term, 12 month contract. The successful candidate will work Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11:00 - 20:00.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
The role of Associate Practitioner will be on a fixed term, 12 month contract. The successful candidate will work Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11:00 - 20:00.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate Science NVQ level 3, HCS Apprenticeship Level 2, Certificate of Achievement Part 1 or equivalent experience and/or completed competency documentation
Experience
Essential
- Healthcare experience, laboratory experience
Desirable
- At least one year laboratory experience
Skills
Essential
- Can follow standard operating procedures
- Must be able to work as part of a team
- Can organise and prioritise tasks in their work area. Can work on own initiative. Good time management skills
- Has good hand to eye co-ordination, manual dexterity and can perform tasks with speed and accuracy.
- Ability to perform specified tests to required quality standards.
- Can work alone (distant from the main laboratory site if necessary).
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Range of laboratory procedures
- Knowledge of quality Assurance
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of health & safety
Aptitudes
Essential
- Can cope with busy, stressful periods.
- Can handle and process clinical samples.
- Flexible approach to working hours which vary according to Departmental needs, Able to participate in late/weekend rotas as required.
Values
Essential
- Awareness and demonstration of Trust core values
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate Science NVQ level 3, HCS Apprenticeship Level 2, Certificate of Achievement Part 1 or equivalent experience and/or completed competency documentation
Experience
Essential
- Healthcare experience, laboratory experience
Desirable
- At least one year laboratory experience
Skills
Essential
- Can follow standard operating procedures
- Must be able to work as part of a team
- Can organise and prioritise tasks in their work area. Can work on own initiative. Good time management skills
- Has good hand to eye co-ordination, manual dexterity and can perform tasks with speed and accuracy.
- Ability to perform specified tests to required quality standards.
- Can work alone (distant from the main laboratory site if necessary).
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Range of laboratory procedures
- Knowledge of quality Assurance
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of health & safety
Aptitudes
Essential
- Can cope with busy, stressful periods.
- Can handle and process clinical samples.
- Flexible approach to working hours which vary according to Departmental needs, Able to participate in late/weekend rotas as required.
Values
Essential
- Awareness and demonstration of Trust core values
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Oxford Road Campus
Clinical Biochemistry, Clinical Biochemistry, Oxford Road Campus
Manchester
M13 9WL
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
