Physical Laboratory Technician

This post is fixed term for 12 months due to - meet the needs of the service

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

The role will be based at both our Bridgend and Newport sites. The role is based within the Physical Testing 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 techniques. The postholder will test medical devices for the Welsh NHS and industry to assess whether devices placed on contract/market are safe for us on patients.

Maintain records of their current training for audit purpose and ensure that confidential/sensitive information if deal with appropriately according to policies/legislation.

The postholder should be aware and comply with COSHH regulations, participate in risk assessments, review hazard data sheets and internal specifications. They will be familiar with departmental Health and Safety Regulations for their own work area and ensure compliance.

Implement, follow, validate and write internal SOP's/TM's as laid down in the QMS.

Perform general housekeeping duties to ensure laboratory tidiness and cleanliness.

Take responsibility for checking and maintaining the supply of laboratory consumables, including chemical stock. Keep accurate and detailed records concerning test samples, methods used and results obtained.

Use their ability to interpret British, European and International Standards (BS, EN and ISO) to determine if testing can be conducted.

Helps to plan and participate weekly/monthly rotas for regularly schedules and general laboratory tasks.

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.

Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Louise Barry Job title: Physical Technical Manager Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 01656 752820