Job summary
This an opportunity to join the Virology and Molecular Pathology (VAMP) department as a specialist biomedical scientist. Whilst candidates should ideally have completed an IBMS specialist portfolio, candidates that have not yet completed this will be considered.
The department provides both viral serology and multidisciplinary molecular services including cancer diagnostic work.
Closing date: please note that this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received.
Main duties of the job
Coventry and Warwickshire Pathology Service (CWPS) is an established network, currently in the process of developing a blood sciences 'hub and spoke' model of care. VAMP is part of this transformation and as such, staff will need to rotate across sites and be required to participate in the 24/7 shift service. Specialist molecular testing will primarily be located at UHCW; whilst routine serology will be based on the hub site at George Eliot Hospital. Following a successful tender process, equipment will be updated on each of the sites within the next 12 months.
We offer the opportunity to participate in the ongoing transformation of the service and the ability to rapidly expand both operational and managerial experience
Successful candidates will be both patient and quality focused, innovative and professionally motivated, to help promote and progress CWPS services. They must be confident and adaptive with the ongoing changes and be willing to work flexibly within a demanding, yet rewarding environment.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Daily perform routine and specialised diagnostic services on patient or environmental samples containing potentially infectious material.
To carry out routine maintenance on analytical equipment as required and in accordance with standard operating procedures.
To carry out equipment and method troubleshooting, advise the Section Manager of situations requiring further action, work with service engineers on fault resolution.
To prepare, store and use reagents required for laboratory investigations.
To perform manual, semi-automated and fully-automated laboratory investigations to exacting medical and scientific standards according to Standard Operating Procedures.
Interpretation of diagnostic investigations and be responsible for the validity of results and ensure accuracy and precision as specified by laboratory protocols and procedures
To report to the Section Manager any instance or event which may cause a service delivery failure, but be fully involved in the resolution of such events.
To develop and investigate new techniques or analysers as required by the changing needs of the service.
To ensure that all results are reported within the agreed turnaround time and to take remedial action, for example communicating appropriately with colleagues and managers.
Work to meet laboratory performance targets as directed by senior staff.
For further details please see the attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Daily perform routine and specialised diagnostic services on patient or environmental samples containing potentially infectious material.
To carry out routine maintenance on analytical equipment as required and in accordance with standard operating procedures.
To carry out equipment and method troubleshooting, advise the Section Manager of situations requiring further action, work with service engineers on fault resolution.
To prepare, store and use reagents required for laboratory investigations.
To perform manual, semi-automated and fully-automated laboratory investigations to exacting medical and scientific standards according to Standard Operating Procedures.
Interpretation of diagnostic investigations and be responsible for the validity of results and ensure accuracy and precision as specified by laboratory protocols and procedures
To report to the Section Manager any instance or event which may cause a service delivery failure, but be fully involved in the resolution of such events.
To develop and investigate new techniques or analysers as required by the changing needs of the service.
To ensure that all results are reported within the agreed turnaround time and to take remedial action, for example communicating appropriately with colleagues and managers.
Work to meet laboratory performance targets as directed by senior staff.
For further details please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualification/Training
Essential
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Skills
Essential
Person Specification
Qualification/Training
Essential
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Skills
Essential
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
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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).
