Associate Practitioner - Point of Care Testing (POCT) Band 4-South West Acute Hospital Enniskillen
Location: South West Acute Hospital-Enniskillen
Hours: hours per week
Pay Rate / Salary: £ p/h
Contract Type: Temporary
About the Role
Staffline Recruitment is seeking an Associate Practitioner - Point of Care Testing (POCT) Band 4 for SWAH. This role involves supporting the POCT service through equipment maintenance, staff training, quality assurance and troubleshooting. It would suit someone with laboratory or clinical experience, strong IT skills and the ability to work independently.
Why Apply
Immediate start
Weekly pay
Holiday pay
Parking access
Staff discounted meals
Dedicated consultant
Key Responsibilities
Support the POCT team and service users with point of care testing equipment.
Train medical, nursing and laboratory staff in the safe and competent use of POCT devices.
Maintain, monitor and troubleshoot POCT equipment, reporting faults and removing unsafe devices from use.
Maintain databases, equipment registers, training records and standard operating procedures.
Distribute quality assurance samples, collate data and report results.
Participate in departmental and ward audits and quality management activities.
Maintain adequate stocks of POCT consumables and liaise with suppliers regarding equipment and supplies.
Support equipment evaluations, staff competency assessments and compliance with Trust procedures.
Five GCSEs at grades A-C, including English Language and a science subject, or equivalent, and one of the following:
Two A Levels or equivalent, including a science subject, plus one year of laboratory experience in a scientific, technical or support role, or one year of clinical experience.
NVQ Level 3 in a science-related subject or BTEC National Diploma, plus one year of laboratory experience in a scientific, technical or support role, or one year of clinical experience.
At least four years of laboratory experience in a scientific, technical or support role, or four years of clinical experience.
Knowledge of laboratory quality standards and the role of POCT within healthcare.
Experience using technical equipment, with good IT skills, keyboard skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, databases and spreadsheets.
Knowledge of health and safety issues.
Ability to travel between hospital sites and participate in weekend and bank holiday rotas.
Ability to work as part of a team, use initiative and organise workloads.
Clear communication and interpersonal skills, with a positive, patient-focused attitude.
Ability to work under pressure, solve problems and demonstrate reliability.
Experience working with POCT equipment.
Point of Care Testing Officer Enniskillen, County Down
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Point Of Care Testing Officer in Enniskillen employer: Western Health and Social Care Trust
Western Health and Social Care Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. Located in the picturesque Enniskillen, the Trust provides unique opportunities for growth within a multidisciplinary team, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in geriatric medicine while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
Contact Details:
Western Health and Social Care Trust Recruitment Team
