Job summary
The Hewitt Fertility Centre is seeking to appoint a medical laboratory assistant to join our highly skilled and dedicated team of 35 scientists. We are dedicated to providing the very best in patient care and offer a full range of laboratory therapeutic and diagnostic treatments. The Hewitt Fertility Centre offers as standard the latest time-lapse technologies for all patients in our state-of-the-art laboratories.
The successful applicant will be a key member of the scientific team providing support to the scientists in both an administrative and clinical setting. They will assist in the preparation and set up of treatment cycles for couples undergoing IVF treatment, maintain cleanliness in our laboratories and monitor equipment and stock levels. They must be personable, have excellent communication skills, and be able to deal with patients directly and liaise effectively with colleagues. Being a 'team-player' and close attention to detail are the key required attributes for this role
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the job description for further information.
To assist and provide administrative support to the Clinical Embryologists in the provision of clinical embryology services provided by the Hewitt Fertility Centres.
To undertake the formal witnessing of procedures as required by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority.
To be responsible for ensuring that the scientific laboratories are maintained to the highest degree of cleanliness and tidiness.
To perform a daily audit of all equipment to ensure that they are functioning correctly and within critical parameters. To assist with the maintenance of laboratory equipment and cleaning of the embryology and andrology laboratories.
To assist with preparation and setting up for treatment cycles.
About us
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm new-borns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.
We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.
The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving its services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.
Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:
Video: https://vimeo.com/556197652
Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job description.
To perform stock and consumable checks within the scientific laboratories ensuring that the embryology laboratories are fully stocked.
To monitor and maintain the liquid nitrogen storage facilities.
To receive, and appropriately direct, testicular biopsies (procured off-site) from patients attending the Hewitt Fertility Centres.
To liaise directly and by telephone with the Clinical Embryologists, other members of the Hewitt Fertility Centre staff and other hospital staff ensuring that information is conveyed to colleagues accurately and in a timely manner.
To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide the highest possible standard of patient care.
To work flexibly and perform tasks as and when necessary including out of normal working hours and to participate in a weekend rota.
To be proficient and use the computer database systems used by the Hewitt Fertility Centre. To carry out required administrative duties associated with the embryology laboratory.
To assist in the audit requirements of the Embryology Laboratory.
To follow procedures, standards and protocols to ensure the best possible clinical outcomes and to ensure that procedures are performed effectively and to the highest possible standard, paying meticulous attention to detail.
To perform all duties in accordance with the Human Fertilisation & Embryology Act (1990) and the Code of Practice issued by the Human Fertilisation & Embryology Authority.
To undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job description.
To perform stock and consumable checks within the scientific laboratories ensuring that the embryology laboratories are fully stocked.
To monitor and maintain the liquid nitrogen storage facilities.
To receive, and appropriately direct, testicular biopsies (procured off-site) from patients attending the Hewitt Fertility Centres.
To liaise directly and by telephone with the Clinical Embryologists, other members of the Hewitt Fertility Centre staff and other hospital staff ensuring that information is conveyed to colleagues accurately and in a timely manner.
To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide the highest possible standard of patient care.
To work flexibly and perform tasks as and when necessary including out of normal working hours and to participate in a weekend rota.
To be proficient and use the computer database systems used by the Hewitt Fertility Centre. To carry out required administrative duties associated with the embryology laboratory.
To assist in the audit requirements of the Embryology Laboratory.
To follow procedures, standards and protocols to ensure the best possible clinical outcomes and to ensure that procedures are performed effectively and to the highest possible standard, paying meticulous attention to detail.
To perform all duties in accordance with the Human Fertilisation & Embryology Act (1990) and the Code of Practice issued by the Human Fertilisation & Embryology Authority.
To undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post.
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes
Essential
- Able to make efficient use of time and to complete workload and tasks
- Able to prioritise tasks
- IT skills
- Excellent communication skills
- To have a meticulous approach to work
- To have an excellent attendance record
Qualifications & Learning
Essential
- A Level Science (or equivalent)
Desirable
- BSc in Biological Science
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Lab experience
- NHS experience
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to accept responsibility for functions/procedures within a working environment
- Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong and effective communicator
Desirable
- Previous experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Other
Essential
- Understanding of the importance of patient confidentiality
- Able to work with a high level of commitment to deliver the highest possible standard of service at all times
- To have a flexible approach to work
- Able to adapt to the changing needs of the unit
Desirable
- Able to assess situations and suggest possible solutions in order to enhance the service
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes
Essential
- Able to make efficient use of time and to complete workload and tasks
- Able to prioritise tasks
- IT skills
- Excellent communication skills
- To have a meticulous approach to work
- To have an excellent attendance record
Qualifications & Learning
Essential
- A Level Science (or equivalent)
Desirable
- BSc in Biological Science
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Lab experience
- NHS experience
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to accept responsibility for functions/procedures within a working environment
- Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong and effective communicator
Desirable
- Previous experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Other
Essential
- Understanding of the importance of patient confidentiality
- Able to work with a high level of commitment to deliver the highest possible standard of service at all times
- To have a flexible approach to work
- Able to adapt to the changing needs of the unit
Desirable
- Able to assess situations and suggest possible solutions in order to enhance the service
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).
