POCT Coordinator
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Job summary
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is part of the Barnsley and Rotherham Integrated Laboratory Services. We are looking for a motivated and innovative individual who is professional, reliable, and flexible to join our friendly and hardworking team. Applications from both Biomedical Scientists and Clinical staff are welcomed.The successful applicant will work within the Point of Care Testing (POCT) team, working across the Trust with staff of all grades from many different departments.Applicants must be registered with a professional body and have experience of working with POCT devices either from a clinical or laboratory perspective and be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the requirements and responsibilities of a POCT service. A high standard of verbal and written English, computer skills and attention to detail is essential. Applicants must be able to multi-task and work well under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Main duties of the job
Maintain and manage the POCT Service for TRFT, involving the following device types:o Blood glucose meterso Blood ketone meterso Urinalysis meterso Pregnancy testing meterso Blood gas analyserso HbA1c analyserso Hb & Hct meters Maintain the external quality assessment schedule for all managed devices. Maintain and update relevant departmental SOPs, training documents, CoSHH assessments, Risk Assessments and verification documents as required. To be involved in maintaining the current QMS systems with document renewal, non-conformances, asset module and audit. To be involved in the training of staff both within Pathology and clinical areas. To liaise with companies as required for training, troubleshooting, advice, and product notifications etc. To work independently with accuracy and precision to ensure equipment and records are maintained according to laboratory SOPs. To work safely in accordance with Health and Safety guidelines to protect yourself and others. This will include wearing the appropriate PPE, disposal of samples into the correct waste streams, dealing with any spillages and reporting any potential risks. To work in accordance with information governance and confidentiality guidelines to ensure no patient information is given to unauthorised personnel. To work closely with other members of the laboratory team and clinical teams of varying grades to produce an excellent service for staff and users.
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is a combined acute and community Trust serving a population of over 260,000 with over 4,500 staff. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham. We are working successfully with partners across South Yorkshire as part of the Integrated Care Board where we are leading and collaborating in several key work streams and service areas, including workforce development. We combine our patient first approach with innovation and care against a backdrop of system working, as encapsulated in our Trust values
AMBITIOUS - We set high standards for the services we deliver. We aim to be an outstanding Trust and we are enthusiastic about delivering excellent health care for our patients.
CARING - We embrace the importance of giving the highest possible quality of care for our patients. We also care for each other as colleagues and for the community, our resources, our environment and our future.
TOGETHER - We value the importance of working together with patients, carers and families to ensure that we provide high quality patient centred care. We are committed to working with partners and stakeholders across Rotherham, South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw to develop sustainable services for the population we serve. Getting the right leaders in the Trust is critical to achieving.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, for both our patients and our workforce.
Details
Date posted
13 December 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£43,742 to £50,056 a year Pro rata, per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
C9165-23-12-006
Job locations
The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 2UD
Employer details
Employer name
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 2UD
Employer's website
https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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