Job summary
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Biomedical Scientists for the role of Senior Biomedical Scientist within the Clinical Biochemistry laboratories at University Hospitals Dorset.
- To help manage and co-ordinate the day-to-day technical activities of the Biochemistry Department, prioritising work so that a safe and timely service is available and meets patient's needs.
- You are required to have extensive experience in all aspects of Biochemistry at a specialist level.
- You will need to be well-motivated and demonstrate the ability to be able to lead colleagues.
- The applicant must be able to prioritise and organise their own workload and possess excellent communication skills.
- Professional and personal development is encouraged and will be supported by the department.
- The successful applicant will be expected to be able to work out of hours where required to support the service.
Please note this is a cross site working role. Working location will be based on department priorities. Therefore, being able to work flexibly is essential to this role.
Please see the job description and person specification for the full requirements of the role.
Applications from candidates who are currently enrolled on a suitable MSc programme (or equivalent) will be considered.
Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Note: This is a UHD post working cross site at both Poole and Bournemouth
Interview Date: TBC
Main duties of the job
- To co-ordinate and participate in the routine processing of specimens; and to allocate work to the other BMS and Associate Practitioner staff to ensure a smooth workflow.
- To act as a deputy for the Laboratory Manager when required
- To ensure that specialised and urgent specimens are appropriately dealt with.
- To participate in the technical work as required.
- To organise and participate in the training programme for all staff within the department.
- To ensure appropriate maintenance and safe use of equipment.
- To assist in the development of rotas in conjunction with the other senior biomedical staff and ensure that they are operated correctly, and to liaise with the other senior BMS staff to provide continuous cover from the start of each day.
- To co-ordinate adequate supplies of laboratory consumables and reagents and co-ordinate their stock control.
- To contribute to audit activities.
- To contribute to the maintenance and development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.
Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist
- MSc or equivalent
Desirable
- Willing to pursue further qualifications
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years post HCPC Registration experience of working in a Biochemistry laboratory
- To continue the learning process through academic or practical experience
- Evidence of developing staff by teaching, training and delegation
Desirable
- Experience of working out of hours
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
- Possess highly developed technical skills and adept at all laboratory procedures
- Ability to interpret diagnostic results and take appropriate action
- Proven training ability
- Ability to organise own workload and the day to day organisation and staffing of work section
- Evaluate and appraise new methods and technologies
Desirable
- Previous experience of analyser and process validation and verification
- HR & appraisal skills
- Prepare presentations as part of laboratory training programme
Knowledge
Essential
- Thorough, specialist understanding of Clinical Biochemistry
- Understands Biochemistry and its application in clinical practice and public health
- Comprehensive understanding of quality control/quality assurance and laboratory safety procedures
Desirable
- Understanding of basic management practice
- Understanding of the Good Practice Guidelines
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team, including leading the team and as an individual
- Able to work as an individual, part of a team, and as a team leader
- Ability to use initiative
- Willing to work flexibly
- Ability to concentrate for long periods at technically demanding procedures
Desirable
- Ability to work alone to provide an out of hours service
Language requirement
Essential
- Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist
- MSc or equivalent
Desirable
- Willing to pursue further qualifications
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years post HCPC Registration experience of working in a Biochemistry laboratory
- To continue the learning process through academic or practical experience
- Evidence of developing staff by teaching, training and delegation
Desirable
- Experience of working out of hours
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
- Possess highly developed technical skills and adept at all laboratory procedures
- Ability to interpret diagnostic results and take appropriate action
- Proven training ability
- Ability to organise own workload and the day to day organisation and staffing of work section
- Evaluate and appraise new methods and technologies
Desirable
- Previous experience of analyser and process validation and verification
- HR & appraisal skills
- Prepare presentations as part of laboratory training programme
Knowledge
Essential
- Thorough, specialist understanding of Clinical Biochemistry
- Understands Biochemistry and its application in clinical practice and public health
- Comprehensive understanding of quality control/quality assurance and laboratory safety procedures
Desirable
- Understanding of basic management practice
- Understanding of the Good Practice Guidelines
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team, including leading the team and as an individual
- Able to work as an individual, part of a team, and as a team leader
- Ability to use initiative
- Willing to work flexibly
- Ability to concentrate for long periods at technically demanding procedures
Desirable
- Ability to work alone to provide an out of hours service
Language requirement
Essential
- Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
