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The Welsh Transplantation Laboratory has a vacancy for an enthusiastic, well-organised and self-motivated individual to join our team as an Associate Practitioner.We are a busy Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Laboratory based within the headquarters of the Welsh Blood Service in Talbot green, approximately 12 miles from Cardiff.The laboratory offers a wide range of laboratory testing to support patient care in Wales including kidney, pancreas and haemopoietic stem cell transplantation, platelet immunology, and disease association testing services.We are looking for an individual with a keen interest in laboratory science who can work flexibly within a team of laboratory staff. You will perform a range of laboratory testing including sample receipt and data entry; preparation and processing of samples; and performance of laboratory assays.You will rotate through the laboratory sections during your employment, gaining experience in a variety of different laboratory techniques including genetic tests (next generation sequencing, RT-PCR) and serological (Luminex based HLA antibody testing) methodologies.The laboratory has an excellent record in training and development making it an ideal environment for individuals who wish to progress their career within the field of Healthcare Science.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to applyMain duties of the jobThe post holder will work autonomously in accordance with defined policies and procedures referring to HCPC Registered Scientists as required.The post holder will be responsible for managing and prioritising their own workload according to agreed parameters.The post holder will assist in the preparation, processing, testing and analysis of patient and donor samples.Receive, check sample suitability, validate identifiers and log samples into laboratory database, assigning tests required according to agreed profiles.Prepare genomic DNA, serum and lymphocytes from blood and other sources for use in laboratory assays.Provide Human Leucocyte Antigen (HLA) typing services for clinical diagnosis of patient and donor samples using a range of DNA-based techniques E.g. RT-PCR, NGS.Perform clinical HLA-antibody screening and definition testing of patient samples using Luminex assays.Prepare and dispense laboratory chemicals and reagents in accordance with laboratory usage and current/projected usage.Interpret and assign individual test results in accordance with agreed criteria.Assist in maintaining a programme of cleaning, decontamination and basic preventative maintenance of equipment and the completion of appropriate records.Use specialist scientific equipment requiring a high degree of concentration, co-ordination accuracy and precision e.g. DNA sequencers, luminex analyser.About usHere at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in ourcutting-edgeVelindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.Formed in 1994, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/Job responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.Person SpecificationQualificationsHNC/HND/Foundation Degree in a relevant scientific subjectKnowledge of the principles of Good Laboratory PracticeKnowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in WalesUnderstanding of the role of H&I laboratories in supporting transplantation servicesUnderstanding of the impact of working in a regulated environmentExperiencePrevious teamworkExperience of working to set proceduresPrevious laboratory experiencePrevious work requiring prolonged and intense concentration.Previous experience in a pathology laboratoryPrevious experience of working in an NHS environmentAptitude and abilitiesGood organisational skillsAble to work to deadlinesAble to use initiativeAble to work with precision and accuracyAble to work as part of a large teamAdaptable and flexible approach to workGood self-motivatorEnthusiastic styleAble to concentrate for long periodsWelsh speakervaluesCommitment to Patient careDemonstration of trust valuesDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Head of Solid Organ Transplantation Services #J-18808-Ljbffr
