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Location: L14 5AB (Alder Heys Children Hospital)

Contract: Full Time | Permanent

Working Hours: 40 Hours

About the Role:

We are looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer with a Fabric Engineer Bias to join our facility support service team. This role involves providing building fabric maintenance and repair services, including minor plumbing, carpentry, painting, decorating, and patch repairs. You will work across various industries and sectors, ensuring high levels of customer service and accurate record-keeping. Ideal candidates will have experience in the building services sector, strong communication skills, and proficiency with IT systems. If you have a background in facilities management or a trade scheme, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

-Provide comprehensive building fabric maintenance and repair services, including minor plumbing, carpentry, painting, decorating, and patch repairs.

-Utilize your basic electrical and/or plumbing skills to carry out minor work repairs.

-Handle manual tasks, work at heights, and operate in confined spaces. Permits scheme operations.

What We're Looking For:

-Experience in the building services sector or a similar field.

-Strong verbal and written communication skills.

-Proficiency in using IT systems to record tasks and updates.

-A background in facilities management, a trade scheme, or equivalent experience.

CLINICAL Performance of clinical radiographic duties as delegated by the lead radiographer for the modality. To participate in multi-disciplinary team working. To practice within the standards of the Health Professions Council. To ensure effective communication with patients, carers and all health care professionals about all aspects of patient care. This will include where necessary communicating with sensitivity, tact, empathy, and reassurance. The post holder must be able to remain calm and professional during extremely pressurised situations. To maintain accurate documentation pertinent to the examination. To assist in the training and supervision of radiographer helpers, assistant practitioners & students. To maintain a close liaison with the senior radiographers to organise and supervise workflow in the area. Competent knowledge of anatomy Competent in Basic life support (BLS) Assist in safe patient transfer. The post holder will be required to support flexible working to maximise workload through the Radiology department. Involvement in planning and prioritising patient lists and workload. Post holder will act independently within appropriate clinical/professional guidelines and refer to their manager when necessary. To ensure previous imaging is available and to ensure all images are discharged to the appropriate place post examination. Ensure all patients are positively identified prior to examination. Consistently adhere to local rules and support others to do the same. Have a thorough knowledge of X-ray imaging and safety. To use patient monitoring systems and know how to deal with emergency situations. Authorise x-ray referrals in line with justified protocols. Perform quality assurance (QA) tests on equipment as required. MANAGERIAL/LEADERSHIP To disseminate information from training sessions as required. Participate in the staff development programme and educational activities. To participate in departmental appraisal system. Support the completion of actions identified by data quality reports & audits. Responsible for ensuring equipment QA is performed according to protocol. Management of referrals through the CRIS system ORGANISATIONAL Ensure professional and honest time management of shifts. Responsible for monitoring own roster and having knowledge of upcoming shifts. Responsible for agreeing cover for shifts which you cannot complete. Ensure that time/owing is taken on a shift for the modality of which it was accrued. Responsible for own management of annual leave planning. PROFESSIONAL To actively participate in the in-service training programme within the department. To attend relevant training courses as identified and agreed with line manager during personal development review. Maintenance of an up-to-date CPD portfolio. Ensure radiation doses to every patient are as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) consistent with a diagnostic result. To work to radiographic protocols and policies as required under the ionising regulations. To record any unintended / accidental doses through LHCH incident reporting mechanism Escalate potential risks to senior Radiographers immediately. Be responsible for ensuring radiation protection safety including personal protective equipment and dosimetry monitoring for yourself. QUALITY To comply with the Health and Safety Policies of the Trust including attendance at mandatory training sessions as specified. To comply with departmental and organisational policies and procedures including reporting of all accidents and incidents. Monitor the condition of equipment within the Radiology area advising of any defects in equipment or systems thus providing an early warning for potential hazards. To participate in clinical audit as appropriate. To observe patient confidentiality at all times and to comply with the data protection act and Caldicott recommendations. All employees of the Trust are required to carry out their duties with due regard to the fair access policy and respect the culture beliefs and customs held by clients and staff. To actively participate in the Quality Assurance requirements for the Department. Contribute to the development of the service, including participation in the modernisation agenda. Be actively involved in stock control.

Transport patients across the site using the appropriate equipment supplied (beds, trolleys, wheelchairs etc Complete scheduled and on request blood collections Changing, transporting and checking correct size medical gas bottles by adhering to all regulations and training issued Record details when changing theatre nitrous gas cylinders in line with regulations and training issued Respond to fire alerts as part of the fire team, if required assist with evacuation of patients, prevent visitors/patients entering fire alert zones and ensure fire brigade are meet and notified location of the fire alert. Driving the Trust vehicle to collect all waste management including clinical, domestic, cardboard, and recycle waste Collection and transportation of linen across the Trust, store appropriately Maintain general tidiness on a daily basis of the reception areas and pathways leading into the Hospital Grit hospital site pavements Transport deceased patients to the mortuary in a safe and dignified manner using the appropriate equipment If requested attend liquid oxygen compound and monitor the levels until staff from the Estates department can attend Move equipment and furniture as requested in a safe manner across the Trust

Communicate with clinicians, patients, carers, nurses, managers, and administrative staff. Good interpersonal communication and telephone skills and the ability to deal with staff at all levels. Must be confidential. To ensure patients are provided with simple information as necessary regarding waiting times, appointments, and admissions to hospital. To deal with patient queries and telephone calls in a helpful and courteous manner To work with internal bodies such as consultants, senior managers, and nursing staff etc to ensure that the best possible care is provided to all patients. Communicate with and update the Operational Teams on a regular basis of the current position with waiting lists and any potential difficulties with achieving/sustaining targets. Record outcome of patient choice of appointment, cancellations onto the relevant systems e.g. PAS. To provide necessary information to Team Lead, Patient Access and Administration Manager as requested in relation to waiting lists and capacity. To undertake regular validation of waiting lists to ensure only patients who require an operation are actively waiting. Monitor data quality on PAS and report any concerns to the Operational Teams To assist the Operational Teams with the preparation of statistics for the performance meetings. Working to tight deadlines, able to determine priorities. To make sure that all the relevant patient documents are available and complete as required. To ensure all indexing within EDMS is accurate. Deal with enquiries from patients and their carers. To work flexibly according to the needs of the service including covering colleagues during periods of leave.

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Identify and carry out routine and specific clinical assessments for a designated caseload or as delegated by a senior member of staff. Report assessment findings through the most appropriate media within established protocols/ guidelines. To demonstrate ability to independently plan, implement and progress rehabilitation programmes in liaison with qualified staff including therapeutic handling, patient education, provision of exercise and outdoor mobility practise activities of daily living, communication therapy and other alternative options. Make judgements as to the patients response to these activities, taking action including modifications to the programme, as required and report as appropriate giving feedback to senior staff as necessary in line with established protocols/ guidelines according to competencies. To prepare, organise and instruct patients in routine and specific activities as identified within a given caseload, modify as necessary in line with established protocols and competencies providing feedback to qualified staff and colleagues. This may include Health Promotion and Education. To assess for, provide and instruct patients as to the use of designated specific equipment making specific modifications as required in line with established protocols. Carry out routine provision and modification of equipment as required by the service. Make appropriate observations of the patient during activities and report abnormalities to qualified staff. To liaise with external agencies with regards to follow up and discharge planning providing feedback to qualified staff as appropriate. To assist in the provision of education and exercise sessions as needed. To monitor and maintain specific equipment in terms of fitness for use and stock levels. To take responsibility with regards to specialist equipment and feedback as appropriate. To participate and contribute to multidisciplinary and team meetings To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with organisational record keeping standards, including preparation of reports to consultants and GPs. To maintain patient records accurately and legibly in accordance with trust guidelines. To demonstrate skills in motivating clients and/or carers to engage in the therapeutic process. To have regard to moving and lifting relevant equipment between locations e.g., clinical equipment. To be flexible to the demands of the environment. To communicate effectively with patients with stroke who may have barriers to understanding. To communicate effectively with patients/carers/colleagues/outside agencies on a range of matters with tact and diplomacy where situations/ matters may be sensitive and/ or difficult. To communicate condition related information with patients/carers/MDT (verbal or written) working collaboratively with health and social care and external agencies to ensure maximum rehabilitation potential is achieved. To support Senior staff in dealing with complex situations and matters appropriately. Participate in the health and social care review assessments for patients in conjunction with the stroke team. Promote equality, diversity and rights and contributes to the protection of individuals from abuse. Work as a member of a team, developing and promoting effective communication and relationships with all contacts during work activities. Maintain the health and safety of self and others, including basic first aid in an emergency situation. Any other clinical responsibilities delegated. MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY To contribute to interagency/multi-disciplinary team building. To be aware of, adhere to and implement service and team plans and policies. To deal with initial complaints sensitively bringing it to the attention of the line manager, following service policies. To assist the Community Stroke Team in providing an Early Supported Discharge service and achieving the key performance indicators. Provide effective, appropriate, and timely rehabilitation in liaison with qualified staff. Any additional management duties as delegated EDUCATION AND TRAINING To deliver knowledge and skills to staff as appropriate. To plan, undertake and review specific liaison/key trainer/link person duties as delegated. To participate in the induction of new staff / students. To assist with the identification of training needs within the team. Plan and undertake delegated education, health promotion, public relations, and marketing activities. To develop the ability to reflect on and evaluate training provided. To contribute to the teams training programme. To attend training /courses as directed by an individual personal development plan and the needs of the service, and to disseminate this information to colleagues to support best practice. 5. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES To act in a professional manner whilst undertaking duties To collect, collate, record and report in appropriate form and content clinical and non- clinical activities to the most appropriate person; taking action as required. To maintain clear, accurate, documentation (using electronic systems) according to service standards and support others in maintaining standards. Adhere to code of conduct for Assistants as identified through the CSP/ RCOT /RCSLT and other relevant professional bodies. Work within relevant local and national guidelines (e.g. NSF and NICE Guidelines) Act in ways that maintain and support equality and value diversity within all clinical and non -clinical tasks, activities, and interactions. Identifying and responding appropriately to individual differences. Maintain a positive role model for new staff and students. To contribute actively to own personal development participating within and contributing to the supervision and appraisal processes both as appraisee/ supervisee. To contribute to the identification of learning needs of new and developing staff To follow service and Trust policies and procedures (e.g. mandatory training, health and safety, manual handling, CPR) To provide timely, accurate and relevant information and statistics regarding service provision to ensure effective service delivery. To participate in review of departmental procedures e.g. efficiency of service delivery. To be actively involved in service development e.g. research and audits. To demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in meeting the demands of the health community. Utilise informal and formal learning opportunities both independently and with others. To demonstrate core clinical and non-clinical skills for job role. Act consistently with legislation, policies, and procedures, which underpin quality. Act as a role model for quality service delivery. Identify and work within own level of competency, responsibility, and accountability. To be accountable for own actions and recognise own boundaries, seeking advice as appropriate Alert Senior staff/Managers to quality issues. Understand, identify, contribute, and feedback regarding any issues regarding own role to maintain effective, efficient, and safe practice. To monitor and maintain ones own and others health, safety and security through the understanding and application of appropriate organisational and departmental policies and procedures. To comply with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott recommendations. To use appropriate information technology (IT) skills for communication where required. To maintain accurate, comprehensive, and up to date documentation, in line with legal and departmental requirements, and communicate assessment and treatment results to the appropriate disciplines in the form of reports and letters. To adhere to, and act in accordance with, the values & beliefs of the Trust

Session Frequency PA Allocation EP / Device Clinic Weekly 1 Devices Weekly 1 EP sessions Weekly 3-4 On-call 1 in 11 1.5 Admin Weekly 1 MDT Weekly 1 SPA Weekly 1.5 The job plan is planned as a 12 PA job. The timetable is flexible and will be adjusted to suit the needs of the appointee, recognising the varying associated interests. Included in the SPAs are monthly grand round/case presentations and a monthly audit half day Other commitments include monthly division meetings and weekly seminars for junior staff and ECG meetings.

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that the Estates and Facilities Teams are, at all times, staffed with suitably qualified and experienced Personnel who are trained, developed and motivated to provide effective and efficient services across the Trust. The post holder will liaise with a wide diversity of stakeholders to ensure that the service is delivered effectively, embracing changes in the delivery of health care, and identifying and implementing innovative solutions, which support the modernisation agenda. The role will be predominately strategic in nature, providing delivery of the organisations estate strategy and development of strategic partnerships with Trust partners to ensure a collaborative approach to development of the Broadgreen site. The post holder will be responsible for overseeing the reactive, corrective and planned maintenance of equipment, engineering services and building fabric for all Healthcare properties under their control. The post holder will have full responsibility for ensuring the environment is safe for patients and staff.

See Job Description for further details: Clinical Receiving samples into the laboratory, ensuring compliance with minimum acceptance criteria, and dealing with discrepancies where appropriate. Preparing samples for analysis e.g. specimen handling, centrifugation Loading and operating laboratory centrifuges as required, following standard operating procedures. Prioritise work according to laboratory procedures. Set-up and operation of automated equipment, including routine maintenance, monitoring and troubleshooting and sample processing Undertaking daily / weekly housekeeping duties as required in accordance with departmental decontamination procedures Rotating and discard specimens as required following standard operating procedures Arrange for despatch of samples to external laboratories, ensuring correct packaging and labelling to conform to the current postal and transport regulations and recording details of dispatch Monitor stock in work area and arrange replenishment as necessary to maintain service continuity Undertake stock checks To lift and manoeuvre light goods and equipment in accordance with manual handling regulations and good practice Preparation of CSF packs and 24 hr Urine containers Distribution of consumables to ward based Point of Care equipment Troubleshooting / exchange of ward based Point of Care equipment Managerial/Leadership The ability to relate effectively and communicate clearly and professionally at all levels with colleagues and members of the public, in a courteous, approachable and helpful manner Deal with telephone enquiries, understanding personal limitations, and redirect to others for action as appropriate Supervise visitors, ensuring safe working practices and adherences to policies, protocols and procedures. Ensure visitors have adequate information to enable them to carry out their duties safely and effectively Work effectively as part of a team. Bring any problems or complaints to the attention of relevant staff Infection prevention and control Comply with department infection prevention and control procedures at all times

To be responsible for analysing and abstracting complex patient clinical records and applying clinical coding rules and conventions. Inputting clinical coded data onto the Patient Administration System (PAS) for inpatient, day case and outpatient attendances within the timescales agreed between the Trust and user organisations. To assist the Clinical Coding Manager in actively monitoring the completeness and timeliness of coding reporting within the strict monthly deadlines, raising any problems, including any backlogs, and their causes to the relevant divisional manager and any senior clinicians concerned. To attend internal and external meetings, events, and training as and when required and participate in and organise clinical coding workshops, awareness sessions and roadshows for all levels of staff. Attend multidisciplinary meetings to promote a thorough knowledge and understanding of clinical coding and its rules and conventions and raise awareness of the importance of complete, accurate and timely datato all levels of staff within the Trust. To lead the development, implementation, promotion and maintenance of local policy and guidance agreements that relate to clinical coding issues within the divisions. Ensure that all local staff adhere to policy agreements and that they are reviewed regularly and stored in a logical fashion. To assist in the induction, training and mentorship of all staff involved in clinical coding. To be aware of the reporting requirements of the divisions and provide regular feedback on coding, where it affects these areas, as well as specialist advice on the interpretation of diagnosis and procedures. To facilitate the data recall process by being the point of contact for providing details of codes used for specific diagnostic conditions and operative procedures for clinicians, service managers and information staff. To communicate effectively with non-clinical staff, clinicians, nurses, midwives, and managers both internal and external to the trust on coding issues. Attend multidisciplinary meetings, which require clinical coding input, providing regular feedback on coding issues to divisional management and ward staff. To participate in regular training to ensure that coding/leadership skills are continually being broadened and updated, by attending specialty workshops and in-house training as outlined in a personal development plan. Be responsible for maintaining their own portfolio of evidence. To assist the Trust in maintaining a high data quality standard by raising queries regarding anomalies found in the recording of data held on the PAS with the appropriate staff. Any unresolved problems should be discussed with the Clinical Coding Manage The post holders work will be carried out within the framework of both Trust and Digital Services policies and procedures.

For a full description of the role, including an overview of the cellular pathology department and the detailed person specification for the post, please see the attached job description.

Clinical To be a team player and able to collaborate effectively with the Band 7 Endocrine Specialist Nurse already in post within the department and to be able to focus and develop further areas within the service that will be identified as key priorities. Autonomously, assess triage and diagnose endocrine conditions and review those with longstanding endocrine conditions, including complex patients as outpatients and inpatients, recommending or initiating appropriate treatment within agreed protocols and guidelines. Independently order, undertake, interpret and act upon diagnostic tests and results for endocrinology patients. Be proficient in venepuncture. Manage, lead and report on key areas within the endocrine service maintaining regular audit and updates on service development at appropriate Governance Meetings and relevant CCG bodies or appropriate agencies as needed. Assess, plan, co-ordinate, implement and evaluate evidence-based endocrinology care in conjunction with relevant health care professionals. Liaise and support primary and secondary care clinicians in relation to management of endocrine clinical care and management. Develop, undertake and manage clinical sessions, clinical telephone support clinics and patient education sessions relating to endocrine conditions and medication titration. Be proficient in assessing and prioritising internal and external referrals for endocrine conditions. Ensure compliance with specific regulations with regards to endocrinology drugs and administration and record keeping within area of work. Act as a senior support and role model supporting and mentoring junior staff. Act as a non-medical prescriber (if has appropriate qualification) within clinical area and competence. Be flexible and willing to undertake hours of work needed to further develop the endocrine service. Manage and hold the Endocrine emergency support line, dealing with calls as appropriate. Professional Leadership and Development Identify, contribute to, or lead on the development and dissemination of evidence-based guidelines, standards and protocols as required. Develop and maintain required specialist clinical skills in the assessment and treatment of patients with endocrine and related conditions. Participate and contribute to regular MDT and clinical supervision sessions as and when required. Attend annual appraisal to discuss and identify training and development needs as part of a Personal Development Plan. Support other specialist nursing colleagues in their continuous professional development including peer and clinical supervision. Update and maintain own clinical knowledge and competence by attending post education courses, mandatory training, study days, workshops and conferences to keep up to date with best clinical practice. Maintain regular links with other Endocrine Specialist Nurses at both local and national level. Lead on and contribute to the development of agreed protocols, integrated care pathways, standards and audit tools that monitor practice. Be competent with ESR and line management systems as required. Lead and participate in Nurse Meetings (departmental and across the Trust) Administrative Ensure compliance with specific endocrinology protocols, standards and clinical paperwork including patient experience satisfaction and endocrinology related surveys. Undertake and provide telephone consultation/support as appropriate to patients and health care professionals. Support with the completion of the Endocrine Annual Specialist Service Report Support and maintain information on the endocrine intranet/internet to ensure that information if updated and relevant to support primary care professionals and patients. Education & Training Provide specialist knowledge, advice and support to colleagues, health care professionals, patients, carers and relatives around endocrine related conditions. Lead and contribute to the multidisciplinary education and training provision/programme for health care professionals involved in caring for patients with endocrinology across organisational boundaries. Develop co-ordinate and participate in endocrinology education and training programmes and evaluate their effectiveness, supporting junior members of staff as needed. Raise awareness of endocrinology and related conditions through health promotion activities and organised events throughout the trust and wider community. Provide support and education to patients, allowing them to develop self-management skills as appropriate to their endocrine condition, provide verbal and written advice to patients and carers with endocrine conditions, around care management as required. Facilitate an appropriate learning environment for students and junior staff providing direct supervision, mentorship, training and evaluation to students and new starters within the trust. Participate in regular clinical education sessions within the diabetes/endocrine unit. Research, Audit and Governance Adhere to policies, procedures and protocols relevant to endocrinology demonstrating understanding of evidence-based care, including where to obtain evidence. Conduct/participate in national and local audit related to endocrinology evaluating and implementing best practice as appropriate. Lead and participate in research projects alongside senior members of the MDT. Lead and participate in audit projects relevant to clinical area and practice. Support junior members of the team with research and audit as appropriate. Attend local, national meetings and conferences to network and share best practice. Maintain clear concise, legible and contemporaneous patient records at all times in line with Trust policy and the Standard for Recording Keeping. To have an understanding of internal and external assessments such as CQC and GIRFT. Participate in the implementation of initiatives to improve endocrine care and support practice development to ensure a high quality service. Communication Communicate effectively with all members of the endocrinology multi-disciplinary team. Establish and maintain continuing relationships with patients, cares and relatives which are essential to providing effective long-term care. Support patients and their families communicating sensitive condition related information and ensure they receive required information to enable them to participate in their care delivery. Support patients and their families during diagnosis of endocrine conditions and treatment ensuring understanding of their condition and any related complications Engage with patients and carers to gain views on service delivery and development THE Walton centre and transitional endocrine clinics with Alderhey. Aintree is an ENETS centre of excellence and has a developing adrenal service. Specific tasks involve, but not limited to 1. Development of virtual clinics for patients with stable thyroid disease 2. GH deficiency Assessment of patients with growth hormone deficiency and provision of education prior to initiation of treatment. Monitoring of response to treatment and long-term surveillance. To ensure all patients on long-term treatment and surveillance receive regular prescriptions of their medication 3. Acromegaly patients To ensure all patients on long-acting somatostatin analogues and pegvisomant (NHS England specially commissioned medication) for uncontrolled acromegaly receive in a timely fashion their monthly prescriptions and injections with appropriate monitoring of their blood tests. 4. Initiation and monitoring of testosterone replacement therapy in patients with hypogonadism and discharge to GP care and follow up after an initial 6-month period of stabilisation as per Pan-Mersey Area Prescribing Committee guidance. 5. Provision of education to patients with adrenal insufficiency to help manage their therapy during acute illness and prevent adrenal crisis. 6. Attend the transitional endocrine clinics held quarterly with the Adult and Paediatric Endocrinology Consultants to be introduced to all patients transitioning to the Aintree adult endocrine service and become their named worker as per NICE Guidelines and help support the teenagers/young adults manage their condition during the period of transition. Administration responsibilities to include acknowledging investigations, communicating results to patients and their GPs, audit, quality measures and activity analysis. Registered Nurses at Aintree have a responsibility to Maintain active status on NMC register Act always in accordance with NMC Code of Conduct and guiding documents Adhere to Trust Policy and Procedure. Maintain up to date skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of professional issues. Maintain a professional portfolio.

Assist senior staff in the technical, development and managerial work of the laboratory Provide expertise in theory and practice Provide timely and accurate test results using appropriate equipment both automated and manual. Routine and specialist analyses, validation, interpretation and reporting of results Maintain complex analytical equipment Involved in the supervision, teaching, advising and informing off all grades of staff particularly in Routine theory and techniques Member of the Departments team responsible for stock control Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all aspects of Caldicott Build upon the post holders acquired technical and analytical knowledge achieved through specialist training and a BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent. Gain specialized technical and analytical knowledge by participating in ongoing training and experience Maintain specialist technical and analytical knowledge by participating in CPD Ensure compliance with all local and national standards of work practice Maintain the knowledge and expertise necessary to perform specialised procedures Maintain the necessary specialist knowledge and skills sufficient to work independently, seeking advise only when deemed necessary. Participate in Personnel Development Plans and Appraisals Please also refer to the Job Description attached.

Undertake a wide range of complex scientific procedures which result in the interpretation of biological samples that contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases and the investigation of other pathological processes. Dissect a full range of specimens from all specialties (Category A-E) as required and competent. Responsibility for day to day management of the Cellular Pathology specimen reception and dissection laboratories in line with all relevant accreditation and regulatory requirements. Work with the senior management team to provide expertise within the service area. Communicate using a wide range of complex, scientific and medical terminology to clinical colleagues including pathologists, surgeons, radiologists ensuring full comprehension and appropriate action. Play a lead role in the education, training and development of Biomedical Scientists and junior medical staff in the macroscopic description, dissection and sampling of specimens. Independent interpretation of macroscopic biopsies and surgical resections (both benign and malignant) from the relevant specimens within the agreed scope of practice. Provides independent expert opinion to clinical colleagues to enable management of patient care and provides expert opinion to medical colleagues to determine treatment of patients. The dissection knowledge and skills of this post are equivalent to a qualified Consultant Histopathologist and the Advanced Practitioner will be expected to be working to current Royal College of Pathologists best practice guidance. For a full list of duties, please refer to the attached job description and persons specification

To process and be proficient in a range of diagnostic, analytical techniques used in the laboratory. To check the analytical work of other clinical scientists and non-registered analysts. To have a broad understanding of the pathology of haematological malignancies, and to show a keen interest in building this expertise up over a period of time. To undertake all laboratory procedures required for the processing of patient samples. To identify when techniques related to the processing of specimens are not working optimally. To apply critical analysis and judgement skills to ensure that the problem is resolved. To communicate where appropriate with more senior staff for advice. To take responsibility for their own work and to undertake an appropriate proportion of the total workload of the laboratory. To liaise with laboratory users, to understand their needs and to work with the senior laboratory to ensure that services are responsive to changing requirements. To assist in the documentation and investigation of service delivery issues notified by laboratory users and to ensure relevant departments are informed and appropriate action is taken. To provide interpretation of the results of highly complex diagnostic investigations and advice that will contribute to patient management. For a full list of duties, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Key responsibilities Provide timely and accurate test results using appropriate equipment both automated and manual. Routine and specialist Blood Sciences analyses, validation, interpretation and reporting of results Maintain complex analytical equipment Involved in the supervision, teaching, advising and informing off all grades of staff Comply with Standards of Proficiency for State Registration Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all aspects of Caldicott Knowledge and Personal Development Build upon the post holders acquired technical and analytical knowledge achieved through specialist training and experience. Maintain specialist technical and analytical knowledge by participating in CPD Maintain state registration with the Health Professions Council (HPC) by complying with Standards of Proficiency and Conduct. Ensure compliance with all local and national standards of work practice e.g. Clinical Pathology Accreditation (CPA) Maintain the knowledge and expertise necessary to perform specialized procedures during rotation through the highly specialized laboratories associated with a teaching hospital Maintain the necessary specialist knowledge and skills sufficient to work independently, seeking advice only when deemed necessary. Participate in Personnel Development Plans and Appraisals Communication and Relationships Assess the suitability and appropriateness of samples received, liaise with medical staff as necessary. Deal sympathetically during liaison with colleagues, other healthcare professionals and staff from external organisations Use empathy and understanding to ensure that technical, clinical and linguistic barriers to understanding are overcome. Negotiate with service users resolving contentious issues that conflict with laboratory service targets. Report and explain results to clinicians, biochemists and other service users Provide specialist advice to clinicians and other service users regarding specimen types, investigations required and appropriateness of test and timing of collection of specimen and turnaround times. Provide advise and guidance to students, trainees and newly qualified Biomedical Scientists Ensure appropriate action is taken in the event of a conflict of priorities relating to concurrent demands placed upon the service Scientific and Technical Use specialist knowledge across a range of procedures, authorize test results integrating and initiating further tests as appropriate. Validates results according to POCT Standard Operating Procedures. Take responsibility for finishing, checking, validating and authorizing colleagues work as necessary. Check validity and reliability of analytical processes, maintaining and monitoring satisfactory performance by internal quality control and external quality assessment to ensure accuracy and precision of POCT equipment. Manipulation of materials and objects such as microscopes and pipettes, for accurate and reliable determination of results. Monitors Quality control and reagent logs in ward areas and utilizes resources cost effectively. Assists with monitoring and managing POCT Data Management Systems. Check and monitor POCT consumables and storage facilities i.e. on ward/departmental areas and laboratory areas. Responsible for maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of Point of Care Testing ward based analytical systems, across Trusts and Community practices. Reporting major faults to Trust POCT Manager. Participate in flexible working when the service demands i.e to accommodate early morning or late evening staff training sessions. Provide support for analytical procedures performed outside of the Pathology Laboratory including training, monitoring, quality management and Health and Safety. Resources Ensure data integrity when entering demographics and results into the laboratory information system using specialized laboratory software. Liaise with IT support in resolving any computer system difficulties. Make suitable alternative arrangements in the case of equipment malfunction Monitor and store consumables, and reagents in appropriate conditions. Audit fridge/freezer temperature in POCT areas. Authorise the use of transport for exchanging faulty/checking performance of POCT Equipment, EQA samples distribution and delivering consumables to POCT services across sites.