Job summary
The post-holder is responsible for the operation of the Andrology laboratory and the supervision of practitioners, and biomedical support workers. The post-holder has responsibility for ensuring the timely processing of samples alongside quality management system activities within their remit.
The post-holder is expected to apply scientific knowledge, skill and expertise at the required professional level for the full range of Andrology procedures, providing a high-quality service to patients. This level of responsibility is particularly important in Andrology where decisions may be made independently without the opportunity to refer to more senior staff. This post has direct clinical responsibilities for patient care through the provision of diagnostic services. The post-holder is expected to be involved in appropriate research.
Fertility Fusion is regulated and licenced by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) enabling them to use sperm preparations in assisted reproductive treatments. The post holder is expected to process these samples.
Main duties of the job
- Macroscopic and microscopic examination of semen specimens for investigations of infertility, post vasectomy and retrograde ejaculation.
- To aseptically examine, prepare semen for use in licensed treatment of patients.
- To authorise reports (verification).
- To ensure that all equipment is properly maintained.
- To undertake quality management system activities as required under the direction and responsibility of the Person Responsible. This includes, but not limited to document management, audits, asset management, validation/verification, risk management and IT support.
- Participation and co-ordination of verification and validation projects as well as acceptance testing of items used in laboratory processes.
- To ensure that equipment is properly calibrated and operated in accordance with procedures at all times.
- To co-operate with the Health & Safety team and Infection Prevention Control team to ensure that all procedures are carried out appropriately.
About us
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder is responsible for the operation of the Andrology laboratory and the supervision of practitioners, and biomedical support workers. The post-holder has responsibility for ensuring the timely processing of samples alongside quality management system activities within their remit.
The post-holder is expected to apply scientific knowledge, skill and expertise at the required professional level for the full range of Andrology procedures, providing a high-quality service to patients. This level of responsibility is particularly important in Andrology where decisions may be made independently without the opportunity to refer to more senior staff. This post has direct clinical responsibilities for patient care through the provision of diagnostic services. The post-holder is expected to be involved in appropriate research.
Fertility Fusion is regulated and licenced by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) enabling them to use sperm preparations in assisted reproductive treatments. The post holder is expected to process these samples.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder is responsible for the operation of the Andrology laboratory and the supervision of practitioners, and biomedical support workers. The post-holder has responsibility for ensuring the timely processing of samples alongside quality management system activities within their remit.
The post-holder is expected to apply scientific knowledge, skill and expertise at the required professional level for the full range of Andrology procedures, providing a high-quality service to patients. This level of responsibility is particularly important in Andrology where decisions may be made independently without the opportunity to refer to more senior staff. This post has direct clinical responsibilities for patient care through the provision of diagnostic services. The post-holder is expected to be involved in appropriate research.
Fertility Fusion is regulated and licenced by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) enabling them to use sperm preparations in assisted reproductive treatments. The post holder is expected to process these samples.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of ISO standards & methods of audit.
- A good knowledge of Andrology and the range of therapeutic treatment options in the area of reproductive medicine.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety policies and practice.
Desirable
- Specialist level knowledge in Andrology.
- An understanding of the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority's, code of practice.
Skills
Essential
- Plan and prioritise workload.
- Confidence to work flexibly and to challenge established ways of working and organisational structures.
- Good communication and written skills including report writing.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain self-control in difficult and challenging situations.
- Able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Must be able to work calmly and efficiently in a busy environment.
- Be able to follow and create complex documents such as a standard operating procedures, policies and patient information leaflets.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- IT and keyboard skills.
- General good computer skills.
Desirable
- A knowledge of key hospital information systems.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience in Medical Laboratory Science.
- Experience working with staff and patients from a diverse range of backgrounds.
- To have undertaken Research, Development and Audit activities.
- Experience of leadership of small groups.
- Participation in NEQAS.
- Familiar with Quality Management systems.
Desirable
- Experience of all Andrology technical procedures and analysis.
- Able to advise medical and nursing staff on interpretation of laboratory results.
- Teaching staff and students.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with Health and Care Professions Council as a Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist.
- Honours degree in an appropriate science subject (such as Biomedical Science) or equivalent.
- Can demonstrate ongoing CPD.
Desirable
- Andrology qualification or completion of specialist diploma/equivalent.
- Professional registration (IBMS, ARCS or equivalent).
- Experience of UKAS accreditation.
- Counselling skills.
Additional
Essential
- Self motivated, with flexible and positive approach to work.
- Good record of attendance.
- Demonstrates a passion for Andrology.
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of ISO standards & methods of audit.
- A good knowledge of Andrology and the range of therapeutic treatment options in the area of reproductive medicine.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety policies and practice.
Desirable
- Specialist level knowledge in Andrology.
- An understanding of the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority's, code of practice.
Skills
Essential
- Plan and prioritise workload.
- Confidence to work flexibly and to challenge established ways of working and organisational structures.
- Good communication and written skills including report writing.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain self-control in difficult and challenging situations.
- Able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Must be able to work calmly and efficiently in a busy environment.
- Be able to follow and create complex documents such as a standard operating procedures, policies and patient information leaflets.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- IT and keyboard skills.
- General good computer skills.
Desirable
- A knowledge of key hospital information systems.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience in Medical Laboratory Science.
- Experience working with staff and patients from a diverse range of backgrounds.
- To have undertaken Research, Development and Audit activities.
- Experience of leadership of small groups.
- Participation in NEQAS.
- Familiar with Quality Management systems.
Desirable
- Experience of all Andrology technical procedures and analysis.
- Able to advise medical and nursing staff on interpretation of laboratory results.
- Teaching staff and students.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with Health and Care Professions Council as a Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist.
- Honours degree in an appropriate science subject (such as Biomedical Science) or equivalent.
- Can demonstrate ongoing CPD.
Desirable
- Andrology qualification or completion of specialist diploma/equivalent.
- Professional registration (IBMS, ARCS or equivalent).
- Experience of UKAS accreditation.
- Counselling skills.
Additional
Essential
- Self motivated, with flexible and positive approach to work.
- Good record of attendance.
- Demonstrates a passion for Andrology.
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
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
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Fertility Fusion, Wrightington Hospital
Hall LAne
Wigan
WN6 9EP
Employer's website
http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
