Job Description

The post holder will support the 3D digital planning/imaging and research activity of the Maxillofacial Unit Laboratory, Morriston

Hospital. Provide a clinical technical service will assist with the day-to-day import and manipulation of various modalities of digital

clinical data such as 3D CT and MRI for the creation of prostheses, stents, guides, implants and other devices working under the

guidance of the Maxillofacial Prosthetists /Reconstructive Scientists within the department.

Competing demands on time requiring careful prioritisation of workload. Frequent periods of interruption will be encountered

throughout the working day with pressure to ensure cases are completed efficiently & effectively, understanding that inaccurate end

results could lead to the cancellation of surgical procedures.

Contribute to the ongoing research projects. This will include support with, co-ordination and submission of consequent data, the

completion of national and local regulatory documentation.

Whilst experience in clinical research processes would be advantageous, full training will be provided and this post can be

considered as a development post for those who wish to pursue a career within the NHS.

Coordinate requests and delivery of 3D data and physical rapid-prototype models. Prioritisation of emergency and urgent requests ensuring that they are brought to attention of line manager. Manual handling tasks include transportation of scanning equipment.

Import and manipulate 3D and 2D data into various specialized software packages.

Maintain and update various clinical and research databases. Identify suitability of data requested and ensure integrity. Completes patient data integrity checks and patient file management in

local information system in line with National and Local policies and procedures relating to patient confidentiality and data

protection.

Completes specified training to acquire the underpinning knowledge and practical skills necessary to operate in the associated

healthcare working environment.

Downloads and imports variety of data from hospital IT infrastructure or locally stored media. Examines data and chooses

appropriate software package for the manipulation of data and carries this out.

Recognises when data integrity is compromised and alerts line manager. Recognises limits of practice and refer line manager as required. The post holder will use a range of systems within their day-to-day role

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



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Planning and Design

Makes decisions relating to sample/request suitability against quality standards. Ensure quality control results are within accepted limits and ensure equipment /software is fit for purpose according to well defined

targets and limits.

Recognise and report failures or deviations from expected results taking appropriate corrective action and if necessary, refer to

Maxillofacial Prosthetist/ Reconstructive Scientist.

Assist planning, preparation and reporting on audits carried out against regulatory and legislative requirements. Work independently without direct supervision where the Maxillofacial Prosthetist/Reconstructive Scientist may not be physically

present but there are processes in place for direction, guidance and support. Decisions on the level and type of supervision will be

based on the following criteria:

? Nature and complexity of the task and activity.

? Relevant experience of the post holder, including any education and training

? Plan and prioritise the workload within the relevant healthcare science discipline to ensure that work is carried out according

to department protocols.

Improvement, Monitoring, Policy/Service Development

Adheres to policies, procedures of Health Board and discipline specific requirements, including Health & Safety. Maintain knowledge and skills in line with continuing professional developments and participate in annual performance review

according to Health Board policy.

Communication.

Liaise with members of Maxillofacial team on progress of clinical workload. Attend clinic and surgery session to observe and advise on cases. Telephone/email communication with staff and service users. Communicates with all team members and exchanges information

including complex surgical/technical plans.

Provide cover for fellow colleagues in the event of staff shortages. Communicates complex information with other staff within and outside Health Board staff to facilitate transfer of patient image data

and models overcoming any barriers to understanding.

Clinical

Attend clinics, laboratory and surgery to aid coordination and delivery of treatments with occasional exposure to strong chemical

odours - methyl methacrylate, acetone and similar volatile compounds