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NCA Point of Care Testing Technical Lead
The closing date is 01 September 2025
Are you a dynamic and innovative Biomedical Scientist ready to take the lead in Point of Care Testing?
We're on the lookout for a passionate individual to join our professional and friendly department as a Band 7 Biomedical Scientist, serving as our Point of Care Technical Lead.
The POCT department offers a comprehensive POCT service (including biochemistry, haematology, microbiology and molecular disciplines) to Northern Care Alliance and WWL hospitals, as well as providing some community services. The POCT department provides support for analytical testing at or near the site of patient care.
You will be based primarily at Salford initially, as we continue to develop our POCT service in an area that offers affordable, vibrant city night life and stunning locations. You will be expected to visit all sites regularly and we are able to offer the flexibility of some home working.
POCT service is an ever changing landscape and requires dynamic technical lead.
Main duties of the job
You will coordinate and lead the Point of Care Testing (POCT) service at Salford and WWL sites.
You will be the lead for technical verification / validation, implementation, maintenance and troubleshooting of POCT devices, while being responsible for delivery of training and maintaining competency of the device users.
You will assist the POCT manager in the implementation of the Trust wide POCT Policy.
About us
The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Registration and qualifications
* HCPC registration
* Relevant MSc, Post Graduate qualification or FIBMS or Equivalent experience
* IT / Quality / Training qualifications
* Evidence of CPD
Knowledge, Training & Experience
* Supervisory experience at an appropriate level with a track record of achievement.
* Experience of developing practice
* Experience of training and developing others.
* Experience of Accreditation process.
* Experience of working in a Pathology Discipline at a specialist level.
* Evidence of participation in projects and writing SOPs and guidelines.
* Understanding of Point of Care issues including current guidelines and regulations.
* Knowledge of Point of Care devices / tests from all Pathology disciplines.
* Working knowledge of Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology and virology
* Working knowledge of clinical areas
* Use of POCT middleware
Skills & Abilities
* Problem solving, negotiation and facilitation skills.
* Well developed computer skills and experience of software packages.
* Analytical judgement, and technical skills with attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise own workload and that of the team.
* Flexible approach to working hours.
* Ability to work in demanding circumstances and to meet deadlines.
* Ability to travel between Trust sites.
* Able to maintain confidentiality and deal with situations in a sensitive manner.
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.
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
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