Propose an Automated Solution for Microbiological Point of Care Testing
This assessment contains 2 parts. These all need to be added to the template document and submitted as a single submission via Canvas by the date and time specified on this page.
The 2 parts are:
- Business Case
- Reflection
Business Case (75%)
You should choose one of the Employer-Partner named opportunities to design a service improvement project that aims to enhance the quality within their NHS diagnostic pathology service. The specific opportunities are outlined by the Employer-Partners, Cherie Beckett
The aim of a business case is to gain approval for commencement of a project. It needs to provide sufficient detail to allow an authoriser or funder to approve your project and be convinced of its necessity and benefits of its success. Within this template document, the sections of the business case are identified with maximum word limits per section. These word limits not flexible. Appropriate referencing should be used throughout.
You should consider the four key themes of the module learning outcomes of (i) the role of pathology departments and it’s staff; (ii) quality management; (iii) legal and ethical considerations (including UKAS accreditation); and (iv) result reporting.
Reflection (25%)
Upon completion of the business case activity, you should reflect on the learning experience. This should include consideration of the Live Brief, the writing of a business case, and any other activities you undertook to develop for its production. The reflection should not focus on the details within the business case. There are four questions provided to guide your reflection. The reflection has a word limit of 500 words.
Guidance Resources:
https://www.england.nhs.uk/pathology-networks/
https://bmchealthservres.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12913-018-3683-8
https://thebiomedicalscientist.net/science/how-reflect
https://www.ibms.org/resources/documents/ibms-guide-to-reflective-practice/
https://www.biomerieux.com/us/en.html
https://www.biomerieux.com/corp/en/our-offer/hospital-laboratory/product-range/vidas-immunoassay-diagnostics-equipment-and-biomarkers.html
https://www.abbott.co.uk/
https://www.corelaboratory.abbott/int/en/offerings/brands/alinity.html
https://www.abbott.co.uk/id-now.html
https://www.bd.com/en-us
https://www.bd.com/en-uk/products-and-solutions/products/product-families/bd-bactec-mgit-automated-mycobacterial-detection-system#overview
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https://www.roche.com/
https://www.beckmancoulter.com/
http://www.oxoid.com/uk/blue/index.asp
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