Bank Higher Biomedical Support worker for POCT

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To actively participate in the provision of support and maintenance of rapid diagnostic testing using multiple platforms.
2. To provide advice to service users on the sample types required.
3. To have theoretical knowledge of the analysers in use.
4. Perform and record analyser maintenance including environmental and quality controls.
5. Perform and record External Quality Assurance.
6. Perform basic troubleshooting of any equipment.
7. To train staff in the use of the equipment.
8. Ensure accurate stock records are kept and stock is stored safely and appropriately.
9. Monitor and log reagent storage environment.
10. Understand and comply with the relevant standard operating procedures, UKAS standards 15189:2012 and UKAS standards 22870:2016.
11. Referring to a senior member of the POCT team when issues arise outside of their competency or area of responsibility.
12. Make interpretive judgements of results from multiple analysers under the supervision of HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists
13. To closely liaise with the site operations team to ensure patient flows from the Emergency departments and within the trust are maintained.
14. To communicate varied and complex information clearly, both written and verbally to ensure decisions and the rationale on which they are based is accurate and clearly understood.
15. To analyse data and provide reports on testing performed as and when required.
16. To keep accurate and precise records including patient results, training documentation, IQC and EQA scheme results.
17. To undertake audit and evaluation of equipment when required under the supervision of HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists.
18. To upwardly report clinical issues and any problems or difficulties encountered.
19. To observe strict confidentiality in relation to patients and their treatment.
20. To receive an annual appraisal from line manager and keep up to date with statutory training requirements.
21. To carry out any other reasonable duty as assigned by their line manager.
22. To undertake other duties commensurate with the post as directed.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• English and Mathematics GCSE or equivalent

Desirable

• Science A levels

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of POCT

Desirable

• Experience in using POCT equipment
• Experience in Pathology

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Computer skills including Excel spreadsheets
• Good interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Ablity to perform Audit
• Knowledge of using Pathology LIMs system
• Evidence of training other staffboth one to one and group

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)