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Medical Technical Officer

Employer
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Location
Sutton
Salary
£34,521 to £41,956 per annum
Closing date
18 Oct 2024
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Profession
Other Health Profession
Grade
Band 5
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
We are seeking an enthusiastic Medical Technical Officer to contribute to the provision of a timely and efficient ISO 15189 accredited Clinical Genomics Service. The post holder will undertake technical duties required to support scientific teams in the provision of an effective and high quality service to patients. The post holder must be able to take responsibility for working alone and as part of a team to achieve necessary performance levels. They will be responsible for carrying out analytical molecular diagnostics investigations, with minimal supervision. Analytical investigations will include, but not limited to, Next Generation Sequencing, fragment analysis, ddPCR and gene expression analysis in haematological and solid tumours.

The successful applicant must have a relevant BSc degree in Biological Sciences/Genetics. They must have experience in molecular diagnostics techniques. Please note: total weekly working hours are 37.5 hours, however in line with the NHSE requirements for the delivery of the Cancer Test Directory, the Clinical Genomics department will operate an extended working hours service. This will be implemented as a phased approach dependent on service requirements the post holder will be required to participate in a shift system on a rotational basis where necessary to ensure the service meets NHSE requirements.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will undertake technical duties required to support scientific teams in the provision of aneffective and high quality molecular diagnostics service to patients. They will be responsible for carrying outanalytical molecular diagnostics investigations, with minimal supervision. The range of tests available will be incontinuous development and the post-holder will be expected to work within all areas of the department.Analytical investigations will include, but not limited to, NGS, sequencing, fragment analysis, FISH, ddPCRand gene expression analysis in haematological and solid tumours. The key working relationships will be withclinicians, oncologists and histopathologists responsible for treating patients as well as with other Pathologydisciplines and liaising with staff throughout the Trust. The post holder will be expected to assist in training ofjunior members of the team and visitors as well as to contribute to IT development and data managementrelating to the technical aspects of the molecular service.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification

To take day to day responsibility for the quality of technical and analytical work produced. To ensure that clinical requests are met according to agreed policies on availability of tests andpriorities in accordance with user guide. To ensure that work is carried out in line with Standing Operational Procedures and/orDepartmental policy. To monitor quality control of all the tests performed. To assist in the preparation of SOPs and other documentation. To work in all areas of the department on a rotational basis To supervise reception and return of clinical samples and associated processes and procedures. Maintain reagent records, both paper and electronic, as part of section stock control system. To provide cover for routine lab tasks including DNA/RNA preparation, equipment maintenanceand preparation of solutions, reagents and chemicals.To ensure that statutory and Trust requirements for record keeping of results are met. To ensure that quality control tests are conducted and meet required analytical standards. Whereappropriate, in conjunction with the Clinical Scientist, implement a remedial action plan in linewith SOPs. To ensure that all log books (electronic or paper) relating to calibrators, controls and reagents aremaintained. To participate in audits as required.To maintain adequate stock of all reagents and consumables, through timely ordering of supplies inliaison with the Senior Staff members.1.5 To be able to work within all areas of the department with the minimum of supervision: To process clinical samples, including FISH, DNA, ctDNA and RNA extraction and to isolate andseparate cell populations and subpopulations for further molecular analyses. To perform tests, including PCR, RQ-PCR, ddPCR, NGS, sequencing, FISH, fragment analysis andgene expression analyses. Adjust plans as necessary according to outcomes. To store and keep records of samples. To carry out core laboratory tasks such as preparation of solutions, storage of reagents and chemicals. Decontamination of laboratory working areas and equipment according to SOPs Specimen reception: receipt and checking of samples against request forms, liaising with clinical staffregarding labelling errors, identifying and taking appropriate action with high risk specimens anddealing with leaking/damaged samples.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to express themselves clearly
  • Ability to write clearly and concisely
  • Ability to use in-house IT systems
  • Ability to use Microsoft software or equivalent
  • Educational qualification in mathematics


Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Evidence of professional development
  • Self confidant, contributes to laboratory meetings
  • Able to work unsupervised
  • Flexible approach to work


Specific Experience

Essential

  • BSc degree in Biological Sciences/Genetics
  • Evidence of training related to specific area or instruments
  • At least 2 years experience of laboratory work, including need for attention to detail and record keeping
  • Able to understand / follow SOPs
  • Able to perform basic training


Desirable

  • Basic knowledge of genetics including role of DNA/RNA and chromosomes


Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

the Royal Marsden - Sutton

Sutton

SM2 5PT

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