Band 5 - Biomedical Scientist Point of Care Testing (POCT)

Are you a skilled HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist (BMS) looking for an exciting opportunity to support Point of Care Testing across our Trust?, We're seeking a dedicated professional to join our dynamic POCT team and help deliver an efficient, cost-effective, and timely service to device users for a three-month fixed term contract. The working hours are Monday to Friday, between 09:00 am and 17:30 pm, but occasional early, late or weekend shifts as needed can be required.,

• Troubleshooting POCT devices.
• Monitoring the performance of POCT devices and end users using internal and external quality assessment (EQA) and audits. Training end users on POCT devices.
• Implementation of new POCT devices.
• Production and review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and policies.
• Ensuring the department meets the requirements of relevant standards such as MHRA and ISO.
• Supervision of POCT MLA staff (Band 3).
  
  With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/.