Job Description

The Point of Care Testing (POCT) Department at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to support and maintain the Health Board's POCT service. The applicant should have NHS experience and a scientific background.



Working under the direct supervision of the POCT Coordinator, the POCT Practitioner will assist in implementing the Health Board's POCT Policy and governance protocols. The role involves supporting service users across both primary and secondary care to ensure compliance with national and local standards for POCT equipment use. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the confidence to deliver training to service users.



Based at Royal Glamorgan Hospital, the post offers the opportunity to work across multiple sites within the Health Board, so the ability to travel within the geography of the organisation in a timely fashion is essential.



The POCT Practitioner will assist service users in primary and secondary care to meet national and local standards for the use of POCT equipment. Key responsibilities include supporting staff with training and competency assessments, e-learning, IT and software support, Standard Operating Procedures, audits, stock management, and contributing to accreditation processes.



The role requires proficiency in using POCT devices and overseeing their operation in clinical settings. This includes ensuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures, maintaining devices in line with Health Board policies, performing Quality Control and Quality Assurance, and providing appropriate training and assessments for users.



The post holder will work independently within established procedures, with the supervisor available when needed. To provide POCT support to community-based services, the ability to travel within the geography of the organisation in a timely fashion is essential.



Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.



Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.



CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.



Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:



We listen, learn, and improve We treat everyone with respect We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.



At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Welsh Skills Desirable:

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' in the documents right at the bottom.



You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.



The applicant is required to produce and deliver a PowerPoint presentation on the topic: 'POC Testing and how it should be managed in a Health Care setting.' This presentation should be a maximum of 10 minutes.



Please send powerpoint presentation to huw.owen@wales.nhs.uk before interview date.



A practical element will be required during the interview assessment for this post - advice and guidance will be given to those invited to interview to ensure you are supported with this component. The points of contact for the post are happy to discuss this further with you.

The main contact on the day of interviews is:

Steven Stone 01443 443358