Level 4 Healthcare Science Associate Apprentice

2 weeks ago

Birmingham, United Kingdom University Hospitals Birmingham Full time

**Job overview**:
This role combines on the job learning with a Level 4 Diploma in Healthcare Science to enable apprentices to develop and demonstrate the knowledge, skills and behaviours they need to perform effectively in a Healthcare Science role.

The apprenticeship will be undertaken in collaboration with a chosen Education provider.

The qualification gives learners the opportunity to:
Develop knowledge related to the healthcare science environment and the roles and responsibilities of those who work in this environment

Develop skills related to the healthcare science environment

Develop effective study skills, including the use of reflective practice

Achieve a nationally-recognised Level 4 qualification

Develop personal growth and engagement in learning

On completion of the apprenticeship individuals will be eligible to join the Academy for HCS's (AHCS) accredited Associate Register at Level 4

Healthcare Science Apprenticeships are suited to those who are keenly interested in the welfare of others and have a caring attitude to other people, with an interest in science.

**Main duties, tasks & skills required**:
The post holder will undertake work based training in conjunction with the healthcare science associate training programme supported by the Academy of Healthcare Science.

Apprentices will complete a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate their learning and skills in practice in accordance with the apprenticeship framework.

The Lung Function and Sleep Department is a busy department and therefore will suit individuals who like to deal with a variety of tasks.
- You would be expected to:

- To assist with general laboratory duties and administration e.g. maintenance of stock levels
- To ensure accurate records of all patient investigations and attendances
- Undertake maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment.
- Perform lung function tests, on patients of all ages in a variety of locations including:

- Spirometry
- Response to inhaled bronchodilators
- Assessment of blood gas status (pulse oximetry and ear lobe capillary sampling)
- Issue of basic sleep monitors
- Assist senior staff in more specialised lung function procedures carried out within the lung function laboratory.
- Accurately record observations and produce technical reports on the range of tests performed.

You will need to be hard working, organised, committed to the team around you and have excellent communication skills. Punctuality and reliability in attending the workplace and college are essential.

**About us**:
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.

Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;
Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.

UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.

**Job description**:
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

**Person specification**:
**Qualifications**:
**Essential**:
5 GCSEs at grade C/Level 4 or above (or

equivalent qualifications) which must include

English, Maths and a Science

OR

Pearson BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Healthcare

Science

**Experience**:
**Essential**:
Able to exercise own initiative when dealing

with issues within own area of competence.

Knowledge of accountability, use of relevant

SOP's policies and importance of maintaining

documentation.

A reasonable knowledge of health and safety

principles applicable in a healthcare

environment.

Must understand the nature of patient

confidentiality.

**Disclosure and Barring Service Check**:
**Certificate of Sponsorship**:

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