Senior Genetic Technologist

2 weeks ago


Bristol, United Kingdom North Bristol NHS Trust Full time

6.1 Staff The postholder will be responsible for his/her own work and that of other technical staff, under the overall direction of senior staff To participate in the supervision, training and teaching of genetic technologists. To assist with the training of Clinical scientists as appropriate. To prepare and monitor staffing rotas as required, under the overall direction of section heads. To participate in staff appraisal and PDP according to Trust policies and procedures To participate in staff recruitment 6.2 Laboratory To provide and supervise technical support for the laboratory including arranging cover for staff absence.

To receive and process samples submitted to the Department in accordance with laboratory policies and protocols. To perform genetic analyses, and to present the results to appropriate scientists for checking, interpretation and reporting. To technically validate test results and prepare reports for final authorisation by senior staff. To participate in record keeping processes, both electronic and paper based and to assist with retrieval and presentation of data as required, including using databases and spreadsheets To participate in risk management of the department including reporting of adverse incidents.

To rotate through all sections of the laboratory as required. To organise personal workload and to supervise the work of other technical staff To maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests and investigations carried out. To prepare and maintain adequate supplies of reagents and consumables. To ensure the efficient and safe use of consumables within own working area.

To be responsible for the evaluation, day-to-day maintenance and cleanliness of laboratory equipment. To ensure smooth running of the techniques within area of responsibility and take appropriate steps and trouble shoot as required to maintain and improve quality To participate in internal and external quality control procedures To participate in quality assurance procedures in accordance with the laboratory quality procedures. To participate in audit as required. To assist in research and development projects as required.

Work in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures developed for use in the Department. Participate in the development and review of these as required. To participate in staff appraisal according to Trust policies and procedures. To be responsible for the stock control and ordering of reagents and consumables as appropriate.

This will include participation courses and further training as required or directed To take all necessary steps to achieve and maintain enrolment on the accredited voluntary register of Genetics Technologists (or equivalent registration scheme e.g., IBMS) 6.6 Equipment In conjunction with senior staff contribute to the validation, procurement and introduction of new equipment/technologies. Be responsible for/to delegate as appropriate the management, maintenance and procurement of all laboratory equipment and documentation associated with this including: Organising and maintaining equipment logs Organising decontamination logs and ensuring their completion Organising timely and appropriate external repair and maintenance (e.g. via the manufacturer) Undertaking timely and appropriate internal repair and maintenance (e.g. via the works department or Clinical Engineering) and ensuring appropriate stocking of parts for this Devising safe and efficient systems of work with equipment Assisting with the negotiation of appropriate maintenance contracts Assisting with the evaluation of specifications and tenders for new equipment 6.7 Special Duties and Responsibilities The post holder will act as technical lead for a specified area of work under the overall direction of the technical leads.

**Duties will include**: Management of technical workload, including priority setting and staff management Management of equipment, consumables and technical procedures including troubleshooting, liaising with the technical lead as required. BGL Staff and visitor technical training as required. Development of automation and new procedures as required. The post holder may be required to rotate to lead other technical sections within BGL following appropriate training and experience.



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