Job summary
Are you a skilled and motivated HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist looking to expand your experience in Point of Care Testing (POCT)?
We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic POCT team based within Pathology at University Hospitals of Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW). You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of a high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective POCT service across the Coventry and Warwickshire pathology Network (CWPS).
This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a fast-paced and evolving area of laboratory medicine, working closely with clinical teams and device users across multiple sites.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Main duties of the job
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for POCT devices Trust-wide.
- Monitor device and user performance using internal quality control (IQC) and external quality assessment (EQA) schemes.
- Deliver training and competency assessments for clinical staff using POCT devices.
- Assist in the implementation and validation of new POCT equipment and technologies.
- Contribute to the development and review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Trust policies.
- Ensure compliance with MHRA, ISO 22870/15189, and other relevant regulatory standards.
- Provide supervision and support to POCT BMA's
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To perform the role of the Point of Care testing BMS within the POCT Department.
- To monitor performance of POCT devices by undertaking minor maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, informing the POCT Coordinator of situations requiring further action
- To promote POCT quality and safety regulations and directives enabling the Trust to meet the requirements of: MHRA guidelines, ISO15189 standards and relevant CQC standards
- To assist in planning ones own workload, and that of other Junior staff within the POCT team.
- To develop, organise and deliver training sessions (in conjunction with the POCT Coordinator) on POCT devices, based on the POCT Standard Operating Procedures, for medical, nursing and AHP staff who use POCT devices/methods
- Support in the implementation of new POCT Devices.
- To participate in meetings related to POCT as required e.g. POCT committee and team meetings, liaison with Ward Managers and contract review meetings.
- To liaise and work with all members of the POCT team and support the services across the Trust sites and community settings.
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To perform the role of the Point of Care testing BMS within the POCT Department.
- To monitor performance of POCT devices by undertaking minor maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, informing the POCT Coordinator of situations requiring further action
- To promote POCT quality and safety regulations and directives enabling the Trust to meet the requirements of: MHRA guidelines, ISO15189 standards and relevant CQC standards
- To assist in planning ones own workload, and that of other Junior staff within the POCT team.
- To develop, organise and deliver training sessions (in conjunction with the POCT Coordinator) on POCT devices, based on the POCT Standard Operating Procedures, for medical, nursing and AHP staff who use POCT devices/methods
- Support in the implementation of new POCT Devices.
- To participate in meetings related to POCT as required e.g. POCT committee and team meetings, liaison with Ward Managers and contract review meetings.
- To liaise and work with all members of the POCT team and support the services across the Trust sites and community settings.
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Desirable
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Desirable
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
