Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
An opportunity has arisen to join the Willink laboratory as an Associate Practitioner. This is a permanent post working full time Monday to Friday in the Metabolites section. The Willink Biochemical Genetics laboratory has a national and international reputation as a centre specialising in the diagnosis and monitoring of patients with rare inherited metabolic disorders, particularly the lysosomal storage disorders. The laboratory has close links with the clinical service and therefore laboratory staff are able to see how their work contributes to the care of these patients.
The Willink Biochemical Genetics laboratory is part of the Genomic Diagnostics Laboratory and offers a highly specialised biochemical diagnostic service, primarily serving Manchester and the North West region, but also receives many referrals from throughout the UK and overseas. The laboratory provides a wide range of biochemical tests for the diagnosis and screening of rare inherited metabolic diseases, including regional screening for approximately 60,000 newborns per year for 6 specific disorders.
Main duties of the job
This is an excellent opportunity to learn a number of skills necessary for working in a Healthcare science laboratory including practical, theoretical and team working skills. This role is responsible for performing a range of protocol driven tasks. You will work as part of a team responsible for delivering one part of the service. Typical tasks are (but not limited to):
1. Undertake defined technical and administrative tasks.
2. Prepare and process patient samples for biochemical genetic analysis.
3. Basic maintenance of equipment and some administrative duties.
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you're even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you'll 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 you'll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
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Person Specification
Qualifications
* 2 A levels (at least one in Science) or minimum 3 years experience working as a medical laboratory assistant in an accredited Biochemical Genetics laboratory.
* Foundation degree in relevant science, or equivalent.
Knowledge
* Able to demonstrate knowledge and awareness of NHS diagnostic laboratory work.
Training and Experience
* A minimum of 2 years experience in a laboratory environment.
* Experience in an accredited genetics/diagnostic laboratory.
* Experience of staff training.
Skills and abilities
* Able to work accurately and follow standard operating procedures.
* Take responsibility for own work under direction of senior lab staff.
* Able to recognise problems arising during testing and communicate these to senior laboratory staff.
* Competent in the use of the laboratory database and document management systems.
* Ability to give technical training to other staff and maintain lab equipment.
* Proven ability using automated equipment and associated software.
* Proficient in a range of biochemical genetic techniques currently employed by the department under supervision.
Attributes
* Able to recognise and manage priorities.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
Others
* Able to undertake lone working.
* Available to participate in the laboratory rota for weekend and Bank Holiday work.
* Diplomatic and co-operative.
* Recognise and adhere to limits of own responsibility.
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
£26,530 to £29,114 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata
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