71826241_Band 4 Medical Student Technician (Bank)

Advertised role location: MALONE HOSPITAL
Official document: Job Description (pdf)
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Role Information:
Medical Student Technician (Bank) Band 4
(Emergency Departments)
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. This document brings the role to life, outlining its
purpose, key responsibilities and the skills, experience and qualifications needed to succeed.
The Opportunity at a glance
Join our Emergency Department team
This Bank Band 4 opportunity is for eligible medical students who will support Emergency
Department clinical teams while developing practical patient-care, audit, quality improvement
and research experience.
Hours & Flexible Working
This is a bank role. Staff must be available to work shifts, including night duty, across 7 days
per week, studies permitting, and are required to work at least one shift per week.
We are committed to supporting flexible working wherever this can be accommodated within
service needs. Successful candidates may request flexible working from the 1
st
day of their
employment. For further information click here
Location
This role is based within Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Emergency Departments,
including the Royal Victoria Hospital and Mater Infirmorum Hospital.
Salary & Benefits
As an employee of Belfast Trust, you’ll have access to a wide range of staff benefits, including
generous annual leave, pension arrangements, wellbeing support, development opportunities and
excellent transport links. Click here to find out more.
Band Starting at Increase After 2 years
Band 4 Refer to current HSC
pay scale
In line with current HSC pay scale
*Salaries are pro rata for part-time hours

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About our Emergency Departments in Belfast Trust
This is an opportunity to work as part of the Emergency Medicine clinical team, supporting
nurses, healthcare assistants and clinicians in the care of Emergency Department patients.
About the Role
The Medical Student Technician role supports eligible medical students to strengthen technical
skills in fundamental patient care while gaining experience in audit, quality improvement and
research. The post holder will undertake nursing tasks and practical procedures for which they
have been trained and deemed competent, under the direction of the clinical team.
Vacancy numbers and any waiting-list arrangements should be confirmed before advertisement.
If you would like to discuss the role, please contact: [insert named contact and email].
Across HSCNI, all employees are expected to demonstrate the HSC Values in how they work,
communicate and interact with others. Further information on the HSC Values and what they
mean in practice can be found by clicking here
Applying for our bank opportunities
Successful applicants will be appointed to the Medical Student Technician bank, subject to the
relevant recruitment and pre-employment requirements.
Bank shifts will be offered in accordance with service requirements and the local arrangements
applying to this staff bank.
 Help when completing your application form can be found by clicking here.
 What to expect from the recruitment process can be found by clicking here
 To find out more, please contact the Recruitment Team by email:
recruitment@belfasttrust.hscni.net
Thank you for your interest in our role and organisation

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JOB DESCRIPTION
POST: Medical Student Technician (Bank)
LOCATION: BHSCT Emergency Departments, Emergency
Medicine
BAND: 4
REPORTS TO: Nurse in Charge, Royal Victoria Hospital and Mater
Infirmorum Hospital Emergency Departments
RESPONSIBLE TO: Nurse Consultant
JOB CONTEXT & SUMMARY:
The role of medical student technician at Royal Victoria Hospital Emergency
Department was first developed in April 2020 as a response to the COVID
pandemic. Since then, it has evolved so that now our Medical Student Technicians
(MST) are considered an integral part of the Emergency Medicine Clinical team. The
role provides opportunities for medical students to improve their technical skills in
fundamental patient care, audit, quality improvement and research, whilst learning
the skills of caring for patients and working with colleagues in the healthcare setting.
The post holder will assist nurses, healthcare assistants and clinicians with the care
of Emergency Medicine patients. The post holder will carry out nursing tasks and
practical procedures for which they have been deemed competent. He/she will report
to the Emergency Department nurse in charge while working.
KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Professional/Clinical
1.1 Assist clinical staff in the delivery of care, always maintaining confidentially.
1.2 Carry out assigned duties and clinical tasks under the direction of the Nurse,
Doctor, Clinical Co-ordinator or the Site Manager ensuring that the care is of
a high standard
1.3 Prepare and maintain environments before and after procedures to a standard
suitable for clinical procedures.
1.4 Prepare and undertake agreed clinical activities with patients:

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• Take blood samples from patients, including blood cultures, label
bottles, and ensure prompt dispatch to laboratories, process venous
blood gases.
• Insert and flush intravenous cannula in accordance with Trust
protocol.
• Perform 12 lead ECG’s.
• Obtain and carry out point of care testing for; capillary blood
samples, urinary & HCG sampling.
• Assist with moving and handling and chaperoning of patients as
requested by nursing and medical staff.
• Assist with feeding and personal care of patients.
• Assist with restocking and cleaning of equipment and clinical
area.
• Undertake clinical observations using a portable monitor
(excluding neurological assessment) and complete relevant
documentation, such as NEWS scores
• Assist with movement of patients within the Emergency
department and to imaging.
• Provide resus support.
• Assist with tasks for admitted patients who are still in the
Emergency department awaiting an inpatient bed.
• Carry out any other Band 4 MST duties for which they are trained
for.
1.5 Support patients before, during and after activities.
1.6 Observe and report any changes on patient’s condition and behaviour.
1.7 Assist trained members of the nursing team in the delivery of a high
standard of patient care in the ward/department.
1.8 Maintain knowledge of and work in accordance with Trust policies,
procedures and protocols.
1.9 Prioritise own workload as directed by senior staff.

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Operational
2.1 Ensure that complaints, suggestions or queries are reported immediately to
the nurse in charge.
2.2 Report accidents/incidents immediately to Nurse in charge and assist in
investigation of the same ensuring full documentation is provided.
2.3 Help to maintain a safe environment in accordance with the Health and
Safety at Work Order (NI 1979).
2.4 Adhere to the Trust’s policy on the wearing of uniforms.
Personal
3.1 Co-operate with duty rostering to ensure that adequate staffing, and optimum
use of workforce is achieved.
Educational/Training
4.1 Ensure that they are up to date with online trust learning as set out in MST
handbook.
4.2 Ensure that their MST logbook is kept up to date.
4.3 Reflect on own practise and learn from it.
4.2 Participate in audit, quality improvement and research as required.
4.3 Continue to train and develop own knowledge and practice in keeping with
clinical personal need.
General Responsibilities
Employees of the Trust are required to promote and support the mission and vision
of the service for which they are responsible and:
▪ At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come
into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.
▪ The post holder will promote and support effective team working, fostering a
culture of openness and transparency. The post holder will ensure that they
take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with
Belfast Trust’s Whistleblowing Policy and their professional code of conduct,
where applicable.
▪ Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient
completion of all tasks allocated to them.
▪ Comply with the Trust’s Smoke Free Policy.

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▪ Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and
Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations.
▪ Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their
employment.
▪ Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision.
▪ Maintain high standards of personal accountability.
▪ Comply with the HPSS Code of Conduct.
Information Governance
All employees of Belfast Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all
records held, created or used as part of their business within the Belfast Health and
Social Care Trust, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records
whether paper based or electronic and also including e-mails. All such records are
public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions,
under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Belfast Health and
Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including for example the ICT
Security Policy, Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek
advice if in doubt.
For further information on how we use your personal data within HR, please
refer to the Privacy Notice available on the HUB or Your HR
Environmental Cleaning Strategy
The Trusts Environmental Cleaning Strategy recognises the key principle that
“Cleanliness matters is everyone’s responsibility, not just the cleaners” Whilst there
are staff employed who are responsible for cleaning services, all Trust staff have a
responsibility to ensure a clean, comfortable, safe environment for patients, clients,
residents, visitors, staff and members of the general public.
Infection Prevention and Control
The Belfast Trust is committed to reducing Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs)
and all staff have a part to play in making this happen. Staff must comply with all
policies in relation to Infection Prevention and Control and with ongoing reduction
strategies. Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions must be used at
all times to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
This includes:-
▪ Cleaning hands either with soap and water or a hand sanitiser at the
appropriate times (WHO ‘5 moments’);
▪ Using the correct ‘7 step’ hand hygiene technique;
▪ Being ‘bare below the elbows’ when in a clinical environment;

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▪ Following Trust policies and the Regional Infection Control Manual (found on
intranet);
▪ Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);
▪ Ensuring correct handling and disposal of waste (including sharps) and
laundry;
▪ Ensuring all medical devices (equipment) are decontaminated appropriately
i.e. cleaned, disinfected and/or sterilised;
▪ Ensuring compliance with High Impact Interventions.
Personal Public Involvement
Staff members are expected to involve patients, clients, carers and the wider
community were relevant, in developing, planning and delivering our services in a
meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust’s ongoing commitment to Personal
Public Involvement (PPI).
Please use the link below to access the PPI standards leaflet for further information.
http://www.publichealth.hscni.net/sites/default/files/PPI_leaflet.pdf
Clause: This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be
amended to meet the changing needs of the Belfast Health and
Social Care Trust.

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PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE / BAND: Medical Student Technician (Bank), Band 4
DEPT / DIRECTORATE: Emergency Medicine
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will initially be measured at shortlisting stage
although may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage.
You should therefore make it clear on your application form whether or not you meet these
criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. The stage in the process when
the criteria will be measured is stated below.
Factor Criteria Method of
Assessment
Qualifications
Registration
Experience
• Currently engaged as a Year 3 or Year 4
medical student at Queen's University
Belfast, including a Year 3 or Year 4
medical student completing an
intercalated degree, OR a Year 3 medical
student at Ulster University.
• A minimum of six months’ experience
undertaking Nursing duties in a patient-
facing hospital or community healthcare
setting;
AND
Vital Signs Monitoring (NEWS2) and
Phlebotomy/Venepuncture Competent
with practical workplace experience in
phlebotomy, including taking venous
blood samples from patients
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Shortlisting by
Application Form
Other (e.g.
Driving etc.)
• Flexible approach to working patterns.
• Available to work shifts, including night
duty, across 7 days per week, studies
permitting.
• Required to work at least one shift per
week.
Shortlisting by
Application Form
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Experience will be assessed according to the duties and responsibilities undertaken rather than the job
title, pay band or grading structure used by the employing organisation. Equivalent experience gained
outside Health and Social Care Northern Ireland, elsewhere in the UK or overseas will be considered.

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Knowledge
Skills
Abilities
• Ability to use initiative.
• Ability to develop own knowledge and
practice.
• Ability to meet work deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a
multi-professional team.
• Knowledge of GDPR and the requirement
of both patient and data confidentiality.
Interview
Notes to applicants when completing your application form and demonstrating how you meet the
criteria:
1. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question how you meet
the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should
clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria.
2. Shortlisting will be carried out based on the essential criteria set out in the specification,
using the information provided by you on your application form.
3. Please note the Trust reserves the right to use any desirable criteria outlined in the
specification to better manage application numbers at shortlisting.
Notes to applicants regarding the pre-employment stage of the recruitment process:
If successful you will be required to prove your Right to Work (RTW) in the United Kingdom via a Home
Office certified Identity Service Provider (IDSP).
Applicants must meet the Right to Work requirements applicable to the post. As this is a bank position,
it does not meet the Home Office requirements for sponsorship and therefore a Certificate of
Sponsorship (CoS) will not be supported.
Depending on the role, it may be necessary to carry out an enhanced Access NI disclosure check
Qualifications and/or professional registration will be required if an offer of employment is made – if
you are unable to provide this, the offer may be withdrawn.
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all information contained within their application is accurate,
complete and reflects their own knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and achievements.
Applicants will be subject to verification checks throughout the recruitment process. Where information is
found to be inaccurate, misleading, unverifiable, or does not genuinely reflect the applicant's own
experience and abilities, the application may be rejected, or any offer of employment withdrawn.
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust is an equal opportunities employer

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HSC Values
Whilst employees will be expected to portray all the values, particular attention is drawn to
the following values for this role