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Job Overview
Assistant Genetic Technologist - Band 3
Our laboratory is actively building diverse teams and welcomes applications from everyone, of all ages and backgrounds, interested in a position as an Assistant Genetic Technologist.
BGL is part of the South West Genomic Laboratory Hub (SW GLH) which delivers centralised genomic testing for patients with cancer and rare disease throughout the South West region. We are a large, well-equipped, and friendly lab that values the experience new team members can bring to the role.
The laboratory is looking to recruit a new positive member to a welcoming team. Applicants should possess a good standard of general education (e.g., A Levels or equivalent, ideally to include Science), good keyboard/data entry skills and a calm, meticulous approach to work. Full support and training will be provided. We are keen to support apprenticeships and there may be an opportunity to undertake an apprenticeship in Healthcare Science as part of this role.
The laboratory is open between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm, including bank holidays and weekends and we offer flexible working options (up to 37.5 hours per week full time) to support the diverse requirements of our staff.
The work we perform helps provide answers to some of the most difficult questions facing patients and families across the UK and beyond. If you would like to join our team, knowing your work will go towards something truly valuable then please apply.
Main duties of the job
* The successful candidate will work as part of our Preparation Teams - the first step in the sample journey through Bristol Genetics Laboratory. The role involves unpacking and sorting biological samples, entering patient data onto our laboratory computer system and processing samples manually or using automated equipment. Accurate, meticulous work and good keyboard skills are key to this role.
If you have any questions about the role or what it is like to work as part of the SW GLH Lab Team then please contact the recruiting manager.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Staff
* To assist in the technical training of trainee staff as directed by training officers.
* To participate in staff appraisal according to Trust policies and procedures.
Laboratory
* To provide technical support for the genetics laboratory under the direction of the Head of Section.
* To perform routine genetic analyses on patients referred for a range of genetic disorders, as directed by a registered Clinical Scientist, to enable reporting time targets to be met.
* To receive and process samples submitted to the Department in accordance with laboratory policies and protocols.
* To analyse/interpret on a first line basis the results of tests for which he/she is responsible, recording results on worksheets, on result sheets in patient files, and on the laboratory database.
* To generate reports for normal test results for a specified range of disorders, in addition to samples that are sent for banking or forwarding to other laboratories, prior to checking and authorising by appropriate Scientific staff.
* To participate in risk management of the department including error reporting.
* To participate in work rotation in appropriate areas of the dept as required, for specified disorders/tests.
* To personally organise allocated work.
* To maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests and investigations carried out in the section.
* To accurately prepare, maintain and document adequate supplies of reagents, consumables and plasticware.
* To ensure the efficient and safe use of consumables and equipment within own working area.
* To prepare, extract, and store DNA and RNA from blood or other tissues, including prenatal diagnosis to ensure that high quality material is available for diagnostic analysis.
* To maintain high level of skill using needles, scalpels etc., with potential risk of exposure to sharps injury.
* To participate in specimen reception/booking in and sample send away duties, including assisting with associated administrative and clerical duties in the laboratory.
* To be responsible for the day to day maintenance and cleanliness of the equipment with which he/she is working.
* To participate in internal and external quality control procedures.
* To participate in quality assurance procedures, as appropriate.
* To participate in audit as required, relating to numbers and failure rates of tests.
* To work in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures developed for use in the Department, and assist in the review of these as required.
* To abide by all Codes of Practice, Safety Regulations, statutory requirements and operational policies of the department and the service.
Communication
* To answer telephone enquiries, liaising with senior staff as appropriate.
* To communicate with other members of the technical team to provide effective cover for work.
IM&T
* To be competent in using the department computer system.
Professional
* To attend in-house training sessions as appropriate, and to maintain personal training records as required.
* To participate in any national technical training initiatives as appropriate.
Person specification
Education
* Essential criteria: 2 A levels or equivalent including science.
Experience
* Desirable criteria: Experience of molecular techniques, Experience of work with the NHS, Laboratory experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
* Essential criteria: Ability to produce accurate meticulous work and attention to detail, Good organisational skills, Communication skills – verbal & interpersonal, IT experience and ability to use databases and computer software packages.
Personal Qualities
* Essential criteria: Calm, conscientious approach to technical work, Ability to work part of a team, Overall application standard.
If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance.
If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151.
North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.
At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.
Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.
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