Senior Healthcare Science Practitioner
- NHS
- Part Time
- Nottingham
- 37338.00 - 44962.00 a year
Job Description
Job summary
The Genomics and Molecular Medicine service at Nottingham University Hospitals Trust are seeking an enthusiastic, well organized and highly motivated individual to join our genomic technologist team as a Senior Healthcare Science Practitioner.
The ideal candidate will have HCPC or AHCS registration as either a Biomedical Science or Genetic technologist, or be actively in the process of obtaining registration. Applicants will have a good BSc honours degree, with substantial genomic lab experience and be willing to undertake the IBMS Specialist portfolio.
The successful candidate will join a team of Clinical Scientists and Genomic Technologists to provide a high quality patient focused genomic service. The applicant will possess excellent technical and manual dexterity skills as well as effective planning, organisational and communication skills to carry out a range of routine molecular and cytogenetic laboratory tests and associated analytical and reporting work. The post holder will be required to take responsibility for the delivery of specific area(s) of technical work within the laboratory; this will include management and training of staff as well as ensuring high quality processes are in place to manage timely and accurate sample processing.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with the full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
The successful candidate will perform a range of scientific laboratory duties in order to provide an effective and high quality diagnostic clinical service to clinicians and patients.
The post holder after training will be responsible for section of technical workload which will include workload and team management whilst contributing to a variety of genomic testing analysis and reporting. In addition to this, the post holder will be required to undertake service development, training and quality assurance tasks as directed by senior team members.
About us
The Genomic and Molecular Medicine Service is part of the Pathology Directorate based at City Hospital campus of Nottingham University Hospitals Trust, forming part of the East GLH as a Local Genomics Laboratory, alongside University Hospitals Leicester and Cambridge University Hospital as the lead laboratory.
The department brings together cytogenetics and molecular expertise into one genomics laboratory service. It is a friendly department with close working relationships with colleagues across Pathology, Clinical Genetics and Cancer Specialities. The department is accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science and the Institute of Biomedical Medical Science as a training laboratory, supporting staff development and training opportunities. This is an exciting time to be working at NUH, shaping the Genomic service.
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust is a committed multi- professional team with over 20,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
Job responsibilities
For main responsibilities and job description please refer to the job description and person specification.
The post-holder will take responsibility for the delivery of specific area(s) of technical work including training and co-ordinating other members of the technical team to deliver that work; validation and verification of technical processes relating to that area, monitoring and feeding back to responsible scientists on quality and timeliness of technical processing.
The post-holder will be required to manage referrals, ensure appropriate testing is assigned and all relevant information is available
The post-holder will be required to oversee and monitor the management of internal samples processing and outsourcing of tests and take responsibility for giving advice or guidance when required.
The post-holder will carry out genetic tests and undertake, plus oversee, analytical and reporting duties and other analytical methodologies after appropriate arises.
The post-holder will carry out duties relating to the Quality Management System, Health and Safety or Procurement of Reagents and/or equipment.
The post-holder will be required to deputise when the need arises
The ability to work well in a team and be able to communicate effectively with others is of paramount importance. The role is full time, however part time and flexible working arrangements will be considered.
Person Specification
Training and qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons in relevant subject
- HCPC registration or on the voluntary register or have adequate experience to be in a position to undertake training to gain professional HCPC registration
Desirable
- MSc in relevant subject
- IBMS Specialist Diploma in relevant subject
Experience
Essential
- Several years' experience in a UK Regional Genetics Service or equivalent human genetics laboratory experience.
- Conscientious, Meticulous
- Demonstrates ability to organise their own work effectively.
- Keyboard skills and computer literacy
- Able to demonstrate competency in appropriate genomics laboratory techniques.
- Understanding of UKAS accreditation standards and how they affect day to day management of samples though the laboratory
Desirable
- Minimum 2 years post HCPC or voluntary State Registration experience
- Experience of leading/managing a team
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Able to communicate clearly and precisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Must be capable of working well as part of the team in a friendly and supportive way
Desirable
- Experience of managing other staff
Analytical judgement
Essential
- Must be able to analyse and distil information from several sources to make informed judgements
- Experience of numerous genomic analysis methods and the interpretation of those results.
- Must be capable of the concentration required for the accurate transfer of materials and information required for a job (were, e.g., mix-up of patient information or results can be disastrous)
Desirable
- Demonstrates knowledge of advanced techniques
- Shows and awareness of method development and new technologies
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Must be able to prioritise own work to carry out multiple tasks in order to complete each in a timely fashion
Desirable
- Organisation and management of a specific team's workload in order to help the department maintain NHSE key performance indicators
Physical skills
Essential
- Must be capable of the manual dexterity required for the manipulation of small volumes of solution.
Other
Essential
- Must be computer literate, with knowledge of standard office programmes and be capable of learning to use laboratory -specific software
- Must be able to demonstrate an interest in genomics and molecular medicine and show commitment to a scientific career
Desirable
- IT skills, preferably + bioinformatics
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
Nottingham University Hospitals
Hucknall Road
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
