Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious individual to fulfil the role of an Associate Genetic Technologist. This is a permanent position based at the NHS North West Genomics Laboratory Hub (NW GLH)- Liverpool site, Liverpool Women's Hospital. The NW GLH is one of 7 GLHs as part of a national re-organisation to provide a national genomic medicine service. It is a highly regarded, UKAS accredited, NHS clinical service provider of Genomics to a population of 7.2 million people in the North west of England, as well as a wide range of national and international specialist referrals.
This is an excellent opportunity for anyone wishing to work in an advanced laboratory environment and be part of a team delivering specialist diagnostic services. The successful candidate would have extensive and proven laboratory experience, with experience in diagnostic genetic laboratory work desirable. However, full training will be provided. The post will involve working within a technical team carrying out laboratory processes as well as some administrative work. A flexible attitude is essential, as is the ability to work to tight deadlines.
This role include occasional Saturday and Bank Holiday working.
Please note: This vacancy may close early once a sufficient number of applications have been received
Main duties of the job
To carry out, after appropriate technical and administrative tasks of a section or subsection of the laboratory.
To have good attention to detail. Some essential tasks are repetitive and require specific unbroken work periods.
To collaborate with other members of section and wider department, working as a team, to achieve an effective and reliable service.
To be involved in the manipulation of fine tools and materials, which require a high degree of hand eye co-ordination and manual dexterity.
To work accurately, following detailed instructions and departmental procedures and codes of conduct.
To supervise less experienced staff in own area of work when required.
To be responsible for safe operation and maintenance of highly complex equipment.
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts 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 30,000 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.
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.
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
- 2 A levels (at least one in Science) OR Extensive and proven experience working as an Assistant Technologist in an accredited Genetics laboratory
Desirable
- Foundation degree in relevant science, or equivalent
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Extensive or proven experience in a laboratory environment
Desirable
- Experience in an accredited genetics/diagnostic laboratory
- Experience of staff training
SKILLS
Essential
- Able to work accurately and follow standard operating procedures accurately
- To take responsibility for own work under direction of senior lab staff
- Effective team worker
- Good organisational skills
- Able to recognise and manage priorities
- Be competent in the use of the laboratory database and document management systems
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to give technical training to other staff
- Able to use and maintain lab equipment
- Proven ability using automated equipment and associated software
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Able to demonstrate knowledge and awareness of NHS diagnostic laboratory work
Other
Essential
- Flexible attitude
- Diplomatic and co-operative
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- 2 A levels (at least one in Science) OR Extensive and proven experience working as an Assistant Technologist in an accredited Genetics laboratory
Desirable
- Foundation degree in relevant science, or equivalent
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Extensive or proven experience in a laboratory environment
Desirable
- Experience in an accredited genetics/diagnostic laboratory
- Experience of staff training
SKILLS
Essential
- Able to work accurately and follow standard operating procedures accurately
- To take responsibility for own work under direction of senior lab staff
- Effective team worker
- Good organisational skills
- Able to recognise and manage priorities
- Be competent in the use of the laboratory database and document management systems
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to give technical training to other staff
- Able to use and maintain lab equipment
- Proven ability using automated equipment and associated software
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Able to demonstrate knowledge and awareness of NHS diagnostic laboratory work
Other
Essential
- Flexible attitude
- Diplomatic and co-operative
Additional information
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).
