Medical Technical Officer - Band 3

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Bristol is seeking a Medical Technical Officer to join their Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory. The role involves supporting senior staff with laboratory and clerical tasks, including sample analysis and data entry. Candidates should have a science background, preferably with laboratory experience. This position offers training and support in a dedicated team, aiming to deliver high-quality healthcare. Commitment to diversity and inclusion is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a team.
• Knowledge of lab procedures and data entry.
• Ability to concentrate in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day work of the specialist assay service.
• Undertake routine maintenance on specialist equipment.
• Prepare and process clinical specimens for antibiotic assay.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team working

Data entry skills

Education

NVQ level 3 or A levels in science

Job description

Job Title: Medical Technical Officer - Permanent.

Grade: AfC Band 3.

Directorate: Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory, Department of Microbiology, Core Clinical Services.

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Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Medical Technical Officer to join an existing, highly experienced, multi-disciplinary team.

The successful applicant will be based in the Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory at Southmead Hospital in Bristol, which is recognised as a centre of excellence for both R&D and specialist service provision in the area of antimicrobial chemotherapy.

The post-holder will work primarily on supporting more senior staff, assisting in the day to day work of the specialist assay service provided by the Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory.

Both laboratory work and clerical work will be undertaken including sample analysis, result communication by telephone and computer data entry . We will offer full training, encouragement and support.

The successful applicant is likely to have a science background and preferably experience of working in a laboratory

About us

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered. We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.

Job responsibilities

Working as part of a team and under the direction of more senior staff, to assist in the day to day work of the specialist assay service provided by the Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory.

To undertake routine maintenance and diagnostic checks on specialist equipment. To assistant in the procurement, provision and management of laboratory supplies. The specific duties carried out will depend on the allocated area of work.

To participate in the preparation and processing of clinical specimens for antibiotic assay and under supervision, to communicate results back to the users of the Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory.

To undertake data entry and associated clerical duties, including phoning results to service users.

Person Specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 or A levels in science or related subjects

Work Experience

• Experience of working in a team
• Working knowledge of lab procedures, processing of samples, SOPs and H&S, computer systems and Data Entry

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Good interpersonal skills, communication skills both verbal and written and organisation skills and team working, ability to concentrate
• Key board skills and accurate data entry skills

Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances

• Effective team worker
• Experience of handling pathology specimens

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

North Bristol NHS Trust, Southmead Hospital