Job summary
MFT hosts one of the largest diagnostic Biochemistry services within the NHS. Now as its own directorate, Biochemistry resides within the division of laboratory medicine and currently comprises of laboratories across Oxford Road, Wythenshawe, Trafford and North Manchester Hospitals . Collectively the laboratories provide a diverse range of complex and specialist services for both adults and paediatrics across the country, with MFT being a large tertiary referral centre and university teaching hospital.
We have exciting opportunities at Wythenshawe Hospital and are seeking an enthusiastic, aspirational and highly motivated Medical Laboratory Assistant, ideally with laboratory experience in a relevant pathology discipline, to join our POCT team . The successful candidate will require a working knowledge of laboratory areas, including both practical and basic theoretical knowledge of the various methods employed and will join a team of Biomedical Scientists to deliver the day to day operation of the POCT service.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as a Medical Laboratory Assistant supporting HCPC registered staff within the department, reporting to the Senior Biomedical Scientist. They will develop their knowledge in the use of all IT platforms supporting POCT devices, including Excel and Access databases. They will assist in the operational planning and implementation of policies, procedures and guidance relating to POCT services at Wythenshawe Hospital and associated MFT campus sites as required.
NHS laboratory and hospital experience are desirable; however full training will be provided. Candidates must be in possession of an appropriate science NVQ level3, HCS Apprenticeship level 2 certificate of achievement level1 or equivalent experience.
The post is full-time; 37.5 hours per week and will include working extending days and weekends to support the service
The department has full HCPC training status for pre and post registration IBMS portfolios and full ISO 15189 accreditation.
About us
MFT is England's largest NHS Trust with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our over 28,000 workforce to pursue their career goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from an extraordinary scale of opportunity.
We're also creating a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research & innovation through the introduction of Hive; our new Electronic Patient Record system, launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, offering a robust infrastructure to facilitate high-quality research programmes. Moreover, we're excited to be progressing our MFT Green Plan along with our vison to become an Anchor Organisation, creating new jobs, promoting healthy lifestyles, developing skills and contributing to a zero-carbon environment for the benefit of the local neighbourhood.
At MFT, we create & foster a culture of inclusion & belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open & transparent, protecting your health & wellbeing & shaping MFT's future together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate Science NVQ level 3, HCS Apprenticeship Level 2, Certificate of Achievement Part 1 or equivalent experience and/or completed competency documentation
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of training & development within a relevant pathology discipline
- Have working knowledge of laboratory areas, including both practical and basic theoretical knowledge of the various methods employed
- Competent to process a range of tests/ processes on a variety of different specimens
- Demonstrate enough knowledge and skills to be able to train other staff
- Evidence of using complex laboratory equipment
- Understanding of Laboratory Health and Safety procedures and protocols
Desirable
- Knowledge of UKAS ISO 15189 and ISO 22870
- Knowledge of H&S, COSHH and risk assessments
Training and Experience
Essential
- Experience of IT systems
- Experience of laboratory processes
Desirable
- Experience of UKAS accreditation assessments
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate Science NVQ level 3, HCS Apprenticeship Level 2, Certificate of Achievement Part 1 or equivalent experience and/or completed competency documentation
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of training & development within a relevant pathology discipline
- Have working knowledge of laboratory areas, including both practical and basic theoretical knowledge of the various methods employed
- Competent to process a range of tests/ processes on a variety of different specimens
- Demonstrate enough knowledge and skills to be able to train other staff
- Evidence of using complex laboratory equipment
- Understanding of Laboratory Health and Safety procedures and protocols
Desirable
- Knowledge of UKAS ISO 15189 and ISO 22870
- Knowledge of H&S, COSHH and risk assessments
Training and Experience
Essential
- Experience of IT systems
- Experience of laboratory processes
Desirable
- Experience of UKAS accreditation assessments
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.
