Fertility Laboratory and Quality Manager

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Whittington Health NHS Trust Full time

Job overview

This post is suitable for an HCPC registered embryologist with specialist knowledge of sperm donor recruitment and donor assisted conception, plus previous experience of managing an andrology or embryology laboratory. Candidates must be familiar with all aspects of andrology laboratory practice in the context of a Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority licenced centre. They must also be able to oversee an effective quality management system, assist in the day-to-day management of the fertility service, and play an integral role in service development.

Main duties of the job

The role involves but is not limited to:

To be a key member of the management team of the Fertility Unit and to participate actively in the strategic planning and day to day efficient running of the unit.

To be responsible for the scientific direction and management of the Fertility Unit laboratory and ensure it runs efficiently, productively, and safely and successfully and within the terms of the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act (1990) and the HFEA Code of Practice

To liaise with medical staff on clinical matters and use professional judgement to advise in general but also for individual patients.

To take the lead in the development and implementation of any new laboratory treatment or protocols and set the strategic direction of the laboratory as identified by national priorities, established standards of practice and the needs of Whittington Health.

Working for our organisation

We have an excellent reputation for being innovative, responsive and flexible to the changing clinical needs of the local population. We are treating more patients than ever before and are dedicated to improving services to deliver the best for our patients. 

Our mission
Helping local people live longer, healthier lives.

Our vision
Provide safe, personal, co-ordinated care for the community we serve.

Our goals
We have developed six key strategic goals to make sure we continue to support people to live longer, healthier lives.

To secure the best possible health and wellbeing for all our community To integrate and coordinate care in person-centred teams To deliver consistent, high quality, safe services. To support our patients and users in being active partners in their care. To be recognised as a leader in the fields of medical and multi-professional education, and population-based clinical research. To innovate and continuously improve the quality of our services to deliver the best outcomes for our local population.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This post is suitable for an HCPC registered embryologist with specialist knowledge of sperm donor recruitment and donor assisted conception, plus previous experience of managing an andrology or embryology laboratory. Candidates must be familiar with all aspects of andrology laboratory practice in the context of a Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority licenced centre. They must also be able to oversee an effective quality management system, assist in the day-to-day management of the fertility service, and play an integral role in service development.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

BSc Hons in biology/biochemistry HCPC registration as clinical scientist

Desirable criteria

Higher degree in reproductive science Completion of formal training programme, e.g. ACE Certificate in Clinical Embryology, STP programme

Skills & Abilities

Essential criteria

able to oversee an effective quality management system able to assist in the day-to-day management of the fertility service able to Make informed clinical decisions with respect to male fertility treatment, male fertility preservation, and donor assisted conception

Knowledge & Experience

Essential criteria

At least ten years’ experience as an embryologist or andrologist At least five years’ experience of adhering to HFEA regulations

Desirable criteria

Management of an embryology or andrology laboratory

SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN AND ADULTS

To comply with the Trust’s Safeguarding Children and Adults policies , procedures and protocols. All individual members of staff (paid or unpaid) have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults This will require you to:

Ensure you are familiar with and comply with the London Child Protection Procedures and protocols for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. Ensure you are familiar and comply with the London Multi Agency Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Pan London Procedures. Ensure you are familiar and comply with local protocols and systems for information sharing. Know the appropriate contact numbers and required reporting lines. Participate in required training and supervision. Comply with required professional boundaries and codes of conduct

Whittington Health is committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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