Medical Technical Officer

Job title:

Medical Technical Officer

Company

NHS

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen fora suitably qualified Medical Technical Officer to join the All Wales Medical Genomics Service with a flexible approach to work for 37.5 hours per week.These are permanent, full time posts based at Canolfan Ieychd Genomig Cymru / Wales Genomic Health Centre in Cardiff.Main duties of the jobOur values guide the way we work and the way we behave with others. Post holders will be expected at all times to behave in accordance with our values demonstrating commitment to the delivery of high-quality services to patients.The All Wales Medical Genetics Service (AWMGS) provides a comprehensive clinical genetics and laboratory service clinical genetics services to the 3 million residents of Wales. Welsh Government and the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee are investing in the All Wales Medical Genomics Service to ensure patient equity across the UK in accessing genetic testing methodologies. The investment has seen a £10 million investment over a 3 year period to ensure AWMGS stays in the forefront of genomic medicine and develops the best diagnostic genetic services for patients. The Directorate encourages personal development and you will be expected to take an active part in the appraisal process. Not only is this a busy and challenging specialty but you would also be joining a friendly, dedicated team in Medical Genetics.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.About usCardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.Our mission is “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together”, and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.Date posted01 November 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£24,433 to £26,060 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number001-ACS260-1124Job locationsCanolfan Ieychd Genomig Cymru / Wales Genomic Health CentreCardiff Edge Business ParkCardiffCF14 7YUJob descriptionJob 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. Job descriptionJob 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 SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• 2 Science based A levels or NVQ Level 3 (any science or Maths or core science)

Desirable

• BTEC/HND

ExperienceEssential

• Experience working in a laboratory, in a work-experience or academic setting

Desirable

• Experience working in a laboratory, in a commercial or private (non-academic) setting
• Working in a NHS laboratory experience
• Knowledge of laboratory work including need for attention to detail and record keeping.
• Experience of laboratory work including need for attention to detail and record keeping.
• Basic Knowledge of genetics including role of DNA and Chromosomes

Special KnowledgeDesirable

• Knowledge of Health and Safety, COSHH regulations and protocols and policies within a laboratory

Personal qualitiesEssential

• Ability to work well with colleagues at all levels

SkillsEssential

• Demonstrate ability to communicate with team members and line managers
• Demonstrate organisational skills in workload

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• 2 Science based A levels or NVQ Level 3 (any science or Maths or core science)

Desirable

• BTEC/HND

ExperienceEssential

• Experience working in a laboratory, in a work-experience or academic setting

Desirable

• Experience working in a laboratory, in a commercial or private (non-academic) setting
• Working in a NHS laboratory experience
• Knowledge of laboratory work including need for attention to detail and record keeping.
• Experience of laboratory work including need for attention to detail and record keeping.
• Basic Knowledge of genetics including role of DNA and Chromosomes

Special KnowledgeDesirable

• Knowledge of Health and Safety, COSHH regulations and protocols and policies within a laboratory

Personal qualitiesEssential

• Ability to work well with colleagues at all levels

SkillsEssential

• Demonstrate ability to communicate with team members and line managers
• Demonstrate organisational skills in workload

Expected salary

£24433 – 26060 per year

Location

Cardiff

Job date

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 08:59:49 GMT

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