Job summary
Employer heading
Biological Testing Technician
Band 5
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Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English
Please be advised that there is a temporary top up for Bands 1,2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top up to the living wage of £12 per hour - £23,465 per annum. This temporary top up will be in place until the annual pay uplift for 2024/25 is confirmed
Job overview
The role will be based at both our Bridgend and Newport sites. The role is based within the biological laboratory and will involve testing of medical devices for the NHS in Wales and commercial clients. The role will require working to a United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) accredited quality system. The duties will include sample handling and testing samples such as surgical materials, dressings, and medical/surgical devices using a variety of microbiological, biological and chemical techniques. |
Main duties of the job
Test medical devices for the Welsh NHS and industry to assess whether devices placed on contract or in the market are safe and appropriate for use on patients. |
Working for our organisation
We have high standards and expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening & Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility & Innovating, whilst ensuring trust, honesty and compassion are implicit in everything that we do. We are adaptable, agile and flexible and pride ourselves on being a learning organisation - one where it is safe to make mistakes, where blame is replaced by opportunity, learning and improvement. Innovation is built into everything that we do. We recognise our people regularly and have an Appreciation Station, to encourage staff to applaud exemplary behaviour in one another, alongside an Annual Staff Recognition Award ceremony aligned to our values. We respect and value our people and strive for a culture of compassion and inclusivity. We are a bilingual organisation, and we have a team of Change Champions who advocate ‘This is Our NWSSP’ our principal change programme. Similarly, PROUD is our new staff network welcoming LGBT+ colleagues and allies to come together in a safe space for discussions, event planning and the opportunity to build supportive networks. We have a comprehensive benefits package where there is something for everyone, supporting health, engagement and wellbeing and includes an Employee Assistance Programme. We have over 30 Mental Health First Aiders and work in partnership with local and national organisations to ensure the well-being and resilience of our people.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You 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 This post is fixed term for 12 months to meet the needs of the service The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. |
Person specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Requires scientific knowledge acquired through a relevant biological degree or equivalent.
- Previous practical microbiological or biological laboratory experience and on-the-job training in the specific microbiological, biological and chemical test methods used in the laboratory, e.g. Gram staining, and water chemical testing.
Desirable criteria
- Postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience in microbial morphology and identification, antimicrobial testing of medical devices, chemical analysis of water.
- Experience in working with a range of pathogenic microorganisms, animal cell lines, and bacteriophage.
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working to a defined quality system, preferably ISO 17025 accredited.
- Good laboratory techniques such as pipetting, identification of organisms, endotoxin and TVC testing
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
- Previous computer IT experience e.g. UNIX-like operating systems, MS office and Laboratory Information Management Systems.
- Ability to communicate with individuals on all levels.
- Ability to work as part of a team, or unsupervised.
Desirable criteria
- Ability to accurately follow written procedures.
- Ability to work to strict deadlines and manage conflicting demands on time and resources.
Other
Essential criteria
- Holder of a current UK driving licence.
Desirable criteria
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards
Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Pamela Ashman
- Job title
- Technical Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01656 752820
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