Job summary
The Surgical Materials Testing Laboratory are recruiting a physical testing laboratory assistant to work from the Princess of Wales site in Bridgend and IP5 Newport as part of the physical testing department, reporting to the Physical Technical Manager and will be performing laboratory testing of medical devices for the Welsh NHS and external clients.
The applicant will be required to undertake the sampling and testing as needed, maintain records of all documents related to laboratory testing, report any discrepancy in laboratory results and work to the laboratories ISO 17025 accreditation.
The applicant will perform investigations involving possible defective medical devices. Excellent communication skills are required due to contacting clinicians involved in the incidents.
The applicant should have good planning/organisation skills, able to accurately follow written test methods, integrate in a small team, work unsupervised with a high level of attention to detail. Experience of working in a laboratory environment, preferably to a quality system such as ISO 17025 and knowledge of medical devices and physical testing methods is desirable.
Main duties of the job
To perform testing of medical devices for the NHS in Wales and commercial clients, working to a United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) accredited quality system.
To receive, sort, process, log in, and test physical samples such as surgical materials, dressings, and devices;
To accurately maintain written and computerised records of all testing undertaken in accordance with the laboratory's accreditation and quality assurance systems;
To undertake the investigation of devices and related incidents submitted on behalf of the Welsh NHS, maintaining accurate records of all communication, testing, and findings;
To undertake investigation of devices and incidents on behalf of external clients, including industry, other government agencies and health services.
To prepare basic technical reports detailing laboratory testing and the associated results;
To write implement standard operating procedures and test methods, ensuring continued compliance with UKAS requirements and laboratory best practice and comment upon changes to senior staff;
To prepare any reagents or media as required for testing purposes;
To perform general housekeeping duties to ensure laboratory tidiness and cleanliness;
To comply with Health and Safety requirements, and follow safe work practices in the laboratory.
This post is fixed term for 24 months due to - meet the needs of the service
About us
We have high standards and expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening & Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility & Innovating, whilst ensuring trust, honesty and compassion are implicit in everything that we do. We are adaptable, agile and flexible and pride ourselves on being a learning organisation - one where it is safe to make mistakes, where blame is replaced by opportunity, learning and improvement. Innovation is built into everything that we do. We recognise our people regularly and have an Appreciation Station, to encourage staff to applaud exemplary behaviour in one another, alongside an Annual Staff Recognition Award ceremony aligned to our values. We respect and value our people and strive for a culture of compassion and inclusivity. We are a bilingual organisation, and we have a team of Change Champions who advocate 'This is Our NWSSP' our principal change programme. Similarly, PROUD is our new staff network welcoming LGBT+ colleagues and allies to come together in a safe space for discussions, event planning and the opportunity to build supportive networks. We have a comprehensive benefits package where there is something for everyone, supporting health, engagement and wellbeing and includes an Employee Assistance Programme. We have over 30 Mental Health First Aiders and work in partnership with local and national organisations to ensure the well-being and resilience of our people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A minimum of HND or undergraduate degree which should be in a Science or Engineering based subject
- Good general scientific knowledge
- Knowledge of medical devices or NHS experience
Desirable
- Further qualifications in physical testing, metallurgy or other related subjects
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in laboratory environment
- Experience of using laboratory instrumentation such as microscopes, digital cameras, balances, callipers, etc.
Desirable
- Experience of working in an accredited lab working to an approved quality system (ISO 17025)
- Experience of UNIX/Linux computing systems
Other
Essential
- Holder of a current UK drivers license or have the ability to access transport to travel off site for meetings throughout Wales
Desirable
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Capable of working consistently and accurately with a high level of attention to detail
- Ability to communicate with individuals on all levels
- Ability to perform telephone interviews for adverse incident investigation.
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to problem solve
- Previous computer IT experience
- Good general laboratory skills
- Good Keyboard Skills
- Manual Dexterity
- Good basic numeracy and calculation skills
- Ability to accurately follow written procedures
- Ability to work as part of a team, or unsupervised
- Able to sustain prolonged levels of concentration for extended periods
Desirable
- Practical constructive skills e.g. building test equipment.
Values & Personal Attributes
Essential
- Personable, intelligent, with good interpersonal skills
- Self-Motivated and enthusiastic
- Competent at meeting deadlines and managing priorities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A minimum of HND or undergraduate degree which should be in a Science or Engineering based subject
- Good general scientific knowledge
- Knowledge of medical devices or NHS experience
Desirable
- Further qualifications in physical testing, metallurgy or other related subjects
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in laboratory environment
- Experience of using laboratory instrumentation such as microscopes, digital cameras, balances, callipers, etc.
Desirable
- Experience of working in an accredited lab working to an approved quality system (ISO 17025)
- Experience of UNIX/Linux computing systems
Other
Essential
- Holder of a current UK drivers license or have the ability to access transport to travel off site for meetings throughout Wales
Desirable
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Capable of working consistently and accurately with a high level of attention to detail
- Ability to communicate with individuals on all levels
- Ability to perform telephone interviews for adverse incident investigation.
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to problem solve
- Previous computer IT experience
- Good general laboratory skills
- Good Keyboard Skills
- Manual Dexterity
- Good basic numeracy and calculation skills
- Ability to accurately follow written procedures
- Ability to work as part of a team, or unsupervised
- Able to sustain prolonged levels of concentration for extended periods
Desirable
- Practical constructive skills e.g. building test equipment.
Values & Personal Attributes
Essential
- Personable, intelligent, with good interpersonal skills
- Self-Motivated and enthusiastic
- Competent at meeting deadlines and managing priorities
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
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership
Address
Princess of Wales Hospital / Imperial Park
Coity Road / Celtic Way
Bridgend / Newport
CF31 1RQ
Employer's website
https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
