Assistant Technical Officer

3 months ago

Plymouth, United Kingdom University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Full time

Assist in the general running of specific analysers, equipment or tests including the track system. Working with colleagues ensure the reception area delivers a timely processing of samples and test requests. Following Standard Operating Procedures ensure that all send-away samples are packaged and despatched in compliance with special postal regulations. Will assist senior staff in the training of new staff.

Assist in the receipt, processing and storage of all samples derived from clinical trials including those for which the department derives income. Prepare samples for analysis using techniques applicable to the areas of work this may include attaching bar code labels, centrifugation, separation and prepare aliquots as required in accordance with SOPs using both manual and automated technology Competent in the use of office equipment including computers, printers and photocopiers. Ensure senior staff are made aware when stock levels are low. To plan and prioritise own work under supervision and be fully aware of service requirements and that your own work is carried out efficiently, accurately and in accordance with departmental procedures.

To identify, prepare by uncapping and loading onto analysers samples for analysis. Unload, rerun if required, recap, rack away for storage in a refrigerator or cold room. To use the laboratory IT system to deal with enquiries for results, and to use the Trust PIMS system to look up patient details. Remove samples and request forms from their plastic bags whilst checking the data on the sample matches that on the request form.

To bring to the attention of senior staff all rejected samples due to inadequate patient ID or incorrect sample type for the test requested, or to contact the necessary persons, in accordance with the SOP for the area. To assist with the issuing of consumables to service users as requested e.g., 24hr urine collection bottles. Book test requests into the computer system Use Indexor system to register and sort samples. To assist in the safe disposal of used specimens and waste products and the daily cleaning of laboratory work surfaces.

To observe all departmental, Trust, national and European Health & Safety regulations relevant to the service, ensuring attendance at the annual departmental H&S update. In addition, all staff must sign the departmental H&S policy to acknowledge understanding and compliance. To continually update their knowledge and skills whilst documenting this in their Continual Professional Development folder. To ensure contemporaneous completion of your induction and training records.

To follow Standard Operating Procedures at all times and as directed by senior staff and contribute to their formulation. Propose any changes to these SOPs to maintain the quality of the service and maximise efficiency. To attend training courses, as necessary. To attend Statutory and Essential Update Training annually.

To attend departmental briefings and/or acquaint yourself with the team brief posted on the departmental notice boards. Continuous participation in the 24/7 rotas, which include overnights for ATO and support staff across the Combined Laboratories within the Reception area and other sections under AfC terms and conditions. Whilst participating in this rota identify, prepare, and store patient samples in the relevant locations Ensure that samples received match work lists, the patient ID is correct before testing and there is sufficient sample to perform the assay. Following SOPs ensure that equipment checks are regularly carried out and recorded To carry out other duties commensurate with the post.

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