Job summary
The Pathology Department at Hywel Dda University Health Board has an exciting opportunity for an energetic, enthusiastic and motivated HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to lead and have operational oversight in the Point of Care Testing service in Hywel Dda university health board
Applicants also need to be able to demonstrate a high level of technical knowledge and competence, good interpersonal skills and evidence of involvement in laboratory technical projects or developments. Previous experience of working in POCT and involvement in preparation of ISO documentation desired.
Our POCT department has a wide range of equipment spread across multiple sites including blood gas analysers, Glucose/Ketone meters, Urine pregnancy and Urinalysis readers, INR, and Flu/ COVID-19 testing, many of which are interfaced to electronic patient records via POCcelerator.
This is an opportunity to join a friendly well motivated team and we would encourage you to contact us to discuss the post further or to arrange an informal visit.
Main duties of the job
As a Section Manager the post holder will be the specialist in their area and will be responsible for providing expert advice to users of the service, evaluating new methodologies, developing, growing and optimizing the service;
- To be responsible for supervising and organising the technical diagnostic services within Point of Care Testing.
- To be responsible for the delivery and development of existing POCT services and to facilitate future expansion of POCT.
- Ensure the POCT service is safe, cost effective and complies with current POCT standards, clinical governance, health and safety and risk management policies.
- Perform routine and complex analytical techniques and undertake specific designated managerial duties as required.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 11,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services for around 384,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest;
Seven community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron, Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire;
48 general practices (four of which are managed practices), 47 dental practices (including three orthodontic), 99 community pharmacies, 44 general ophthalmic practices (43 providing Eye Health Examination Wales and 34 low vision services) and 17 domiciliary only providers and 11 health centres;
Numerous locations providing mental health and learning disabilities services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 20/01/2023.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 20/01/2023.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- FIBMS neu MSc mewn Gwyddorau Bywyd neu Wyddorau Biofeddygol neu gymhwyster cyfatebol
- Specialist medical laboratory knowledge (clinical and technical) across a range of complex work procedures and practices
- Evidence of on-going CPD
Desirable
- IBMS Certificate of Expert Practice in POCT
- Management qualification
- Knowledge of relevant training, quality and management procedures
- Knowledge of NHS financial policies
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience at a specialist BMS level
- Experience in a supervisory role
- Significant experience with use of POCT equipment
- Experience of troubleshooting analysers and systems
- Experience with change / project management
- Experience with POCT IT systems and Microsoft Office systems
- Significant experience with audit processes
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- FIBMS neu MSc mewn Gwyddorau Bywyd neu Wyddorau Biofeddygol neu gymhwyster cyfatebol
- Specialist medical laboratory knowledge (clinical and technical) across a range of complex work procedures and practices
- Evidence of on-going CPD
Desirable
- IBMS Certificate of Expert Practice in POCT
- Management qualification
- Knowledge of relevant training, quality and management procedures
- Knowledge of NHS financial policies
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience at a specialist BMS level
- Experience in a supervisory role
- Significant experience with use of POCT equipment
- Experience of troubleshooting analysers and systems
- Experience with change / project management
- Experience with POCT IT systems and Microsoft Office systems
- Significant experience with audit processes
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
