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 provide the very best in patient care and offer a full range of therapeutic and diagnostic treatments (Including diagnostic, cryopreservation and donation programmes).
The Hewitt Fertility Centre offers the very latest technologies for all patients treated in our state-of-the-art laboratories. Successful applicants should be personable with excellent communication skills.
Main duties of the job
To assist the scientific team in the provision of diagnostic and therapeutic Andrology services provided by the Hewitt Fertility Centre. Ensuring compliance with the HF&E Act and HFEA Code of Practice (current edition) and all other prevailing legislation. To maintain a high-quality andrology service and to follow ISO 15189 standards to maintain UKAS accreditation.
Assisting the scientific team to ensure efficient running of the diagnostic andrology service. This is a patient facing role that encompasses patient pathway and experience, stock management and equipment maintenance.
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
Main duties and responsibilities1. To assist the Andrologists (and Embryologists) in the provision of diagnostic andtherapeutic Andrology services provided by the Hewitt Fertility Centre.2. To greet patients attending the Andrology Laboratory.3. To effectively obtain requisite identifying information and other information from patients.4. To arrange appointments, directly and by telephone, for patients attending the Andrology Laboratory5. To prepare casenotes and packs for patients requiring sperm freezing.6. To pull, track and file casenotes needed by the laboratories for treatment and audit purposes.7. To receive, and appropriately direct, semen samples (produced on and off-site) from patients attending the Andrology Laboratory.8. To receive, and appropriately direct, blood samples from patients attending the Hewitt Fertility Centre or other departments within the organisation.9. To register patients on relevant systems in order to create appointments for patients prior to preparing and sending out packs for GP referrals, appropriate for post vasectomy, vasectomy reversal or fertility patients for Hewitt Fertility Centre and satellite centres.10. To liaise directly and by telephone with the Andrologists, other members of the Hewitt Fertility Centre staff and hospital staff ensuring that information is conveyed to colleagues accurately and in a timely manner.11. To consult the shared Andrology email inbox frequently on a daily basis ensuring urgent queries are dealt with in a timely manner.12. To undertake the formal witnessing of procedures as required by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority.13. 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.14. To use relevant computer systems within the Hewitt Fertility Centre and trust wide.15. To assist in the audit requirements of the Andrology and Embryology Laboratories.16. To assist in maintaining stock or consumable levels within the Andrology and Embryology Laboratories, preparing sample pots for use etc.17. To monitor and maintain the liquid nitrogen storage facilities.18. To assist in maintaining the highest degree of cleanliness and tidiness within the Andrology and Embryology Laboratories19. To participate in maintaining Health & Safety regulations for the Andrology Laboratory.20. 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.21. 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 and ISO 15189 appropriate editions.22. To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide the highest possible standard of patient care.23. To work flexibly and perform tasks as and when necessary including out of normal working hours and to participate in a weekend rota if required to do so.24. To undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties and responsibilities1. To assist the Andrologists (and Embryologists) in the provision of diagnostic andtherapeutic Andrology services provided by the Hewitt Fertility Centre.2. To greet patients attending the Andrology Laboratory.3. To effectively obtain requisite identifying information and other information from patients.4. To arrange appointments, directly and by telephone, for patients attending the Andrology Laboratory5. To prepare casenotes and packs for patients requiring sperm freezing.6. To pull, track and file casenotes needed by the laboratories for treatment and audit purposes.7. To receive, and appropriately direct, semen samples (produced on and off-site) from patients attending the Andrology Laboratory.8. To receive, and appropriately direct, blood samples from patients attending the Hewitt Fertility Centre or other departments within the organisation.9. To register patients on relevant systems in order to create appointments for patients prior to preparing and sending out packs for GP referrals, appropriate for post vasectomy, vasectomy reversal or fertility patients for Hewitt Fertility Centre and satellite centres.10. To liaise directly and by telephone with the Andrologists, other members of the Hewitt Fertility Centre staff and hospital staff ensuring that information is conveyed to colleagues accurately and in a timely manner.11. To consult the shared Andrology email inbox frequently on a daily basis ensuring urgent queries are dealt with in a timely manner.12. To undertake the formal witnessing of procedures as required by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority.13. 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.14. To use relevant computer systems within the Hewitt Fertility Centre and trust wide.15. To assist in the audit requirements of the Andrology and Embryology Laboratories.16. To assist in maintaining stock or consumable levels within the Andrology and Embryology Laboratories, preparing sample pots for use etc.17. To monitor and maintain the liquid nitrogen storage facilities.18. To assist in maintaining the highest degree of cleanliness and tidiness within the Andrology and Embryology Laboratories19. To participate in maintaining Health & Safety regulations for the Andrology Laboratory.20. 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.21. 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 and ISO 15189 appropriate editions.22. To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide the highest possible standard of patient care.23. To work flexibly and perform tasks as and when necessary including out of normal working hours and to participate in a weekend rota if required to do so.24. To undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post.
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Able to make efficient use of time and to complete workload and tasks
- Able to prioritise tasks
- To have a flexible approach to work
- Able to work with a high level of commitment to deliver the highest possible standard of service at all times
- Understanding of the importance of patient confidentiality
Desirable
- Previous experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Able to assess situations and suggest possible solutions in order to enhance the service
Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes
Essential
- IT skills
- Excellent communication skills
- To have a meticulous approach to work
- To have an excellent attendance record
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Mathematics and English or equivalent
Desirable
- GCSE Biology or equivalent
Experience
Desirable
- NHS experience
- Dealing with the public / patients
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Able to make efficient use of time and to complete workload and tasks
- Able to prioritise tasks
- To have a flexible approach to work
- Able to work with a high level of commitment to deliver the highest possible standard of service at all times
- Understanding of the importance of patient confidentiality
Desirable
- Previous experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Able to assess situations and suggest possible solutions in order to enhance the service
Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes
Essential
- IT skills
- Excellent communication skills
- To have a meticulous approach to work
- To have an excellent attendance record
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Mathematics and English or equivalent
Desirable
- GCSE Biology or equivalent
Experience
Desirable
- NHS experience
- Dealing with the public / patients
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).
