Apprentice Genetic Technologist

To assist in the training and teaching of trainee and other junior staff as directed by Scientific staff.

To participate in staff appraisal according to Trust policies and procedures.
Laboratory 

To provide technical support for the laboratory under the direction of the technical or scientific leads.

To perform basic genetic analyses under supervision on patients referred for a range of genetic disorders as directed, 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 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 perform automated and manual techniques on diagnostic test samples in acccordance with Departmental Standard Operating Procedures including quality assurance

To provide technical support for research and development projects as required.

To generate internal reports for basic test results, prior to checking and authorisation by appropriate Scientific Staff.

To participate in risk management of the department including error reporting.

To participate in work rotation as required, in order to cover a range of disorders and all techniques employed in the department.

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 and consumables.

To ensure the efficient and safe use of consumables within own working area.

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, including maintenance records and corrective actions.

To participate in audit as required, relating to numbers and failure rates of tests.

Work in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures developed for use in the Department. Assist in the development and 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.

To perform other duties as appropriate to the grade and as requested by senior scientific staff

To communicate with other members of the technical team to provide effective cover for work.

To assist, as is necessary, in recording and maintaining all necessary manual and computerised records of the Department

To use automated analysis equipment and software packages
Professional 

To participate in continued professional development, by attending in-house or external training sessions as appropriate, and maintaining personal training records as required.

To participate in any national technical training initiatives as appropriate.

Training:

The Level 6 Biomedical Scientist Apprenticeship will be delivered by blended learning from Staffordshire University. There will be 9 on campus study days per year some of which will be double days and therefore overnight stays in the Stoke-on-Trent area will be expected.

Successful apprentices will achieve a BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science. This qualification confers eligibility to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions as a Biomedical Scientist upon graduation. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council.

Training Outcome:

Dependant on role availability there may be senior roles that can be progressed to after this apprenticeship

Employer Description:
There are over 12,000 reasons why North Bristol NHS Trust is a place to be #NBTProud of. We support and care for every member of staff, every carer, every visitor, and will always put the patient first.

Working Hours :
The laboratory is open between the hours of 07:00 and 20:00, including bank holidays and weekends, and apprentices with work 37.5 hours per week full time (including off-the-job training).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience