Healthcare Science Practitioner Specialist | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting., You will join our laboratory team who are committed to patient-centred service provision through accurate and timely sample processing, data analysis, interpretation and reporting of genomic information. Attention to detail is essential to ensure that patient results are delivered in a safe and efficient way in order to direct patient management and therapeutic decisions.

What you'll do

• You will be responsible for sample processing and testing under the supervision of registered Clinical Scientists


• You will supervise an area of the laboratory, and be responsible for its day to day running


• You will be involved in the development and validation of new assays


• You will assist with the analysis of genomic data under the guidance of registered Clinical Scientists


• You will contribute to service development and staff training and education within the section


• You will be involved in the monitoring of different sample workflows


• You will liaise with other healthcare professionals to develop and maximise the effectiveness of the service including compliance with quality management requirements
  
  an individual with a recognised degree in a related biological science


• an individual with experience in a diagnostic laboratory; preferably in genomic diagnostics including experience in cell culture, DNA/RNA extraction and various cytogenetic/molecular techniques


• an individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills, meticulous attention to detail and able to remain focused for long periods of time


• an individual who is able to carefully follow and develop standard operating procedures


• an individual able to show evidence of continuing professional development


• an individual able to demonstrate an understanding of quality control / quality assurance procedures and UKAS requirements


• an individual with knowledge of genetics/genomics (in particular molecular genetics techniques) is highly desirable
  
  The WGLS is a new integrated genomics testing service formed from the amalgamation of Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory (Salisbury) and UHS Molecular Pathology which is based at University Hospital Southampton. The combined WGLS is part of the Central and South Genomic Laboratory Hub. Employment will be with University Hospital Southampton and based at WGLS Salisbury, based within Salisbury District Hospital., As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
  
  Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.


Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.