Job summary
Biomedical Scientists (Specialist) are responsible for analysing samples to aid in the diagnosis and monitoring of disease processes and of drug therapy by the application of automated, semi-automated and manual analytical techniques.
Diagnostic tests include examination of blood, cerebrospinal fluid, serum, plasma, urine, faeces, biological fluids and renal and other stones.
The post holder is responsible for a team of Specialist Biomedical Scientists and/or Medical Laboratory Assistants and/or other support workers, working within a section to deliver a medical laboratory service to achieve the objectives of efficient patient care, and resource management within the Trust. The post holder is responsible for; the day-to-day organisation, maintenance of work flow and any particular responsibilities associated with their designated section; teaching and development of staff currently in their section; maintaining at all times the required high standards and quality; maintaining an up to date knowledge specialist knowledge and current working practices within the diagnostic laboratory. The post-holder will participate in laboratory clinical governance management meetings.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for a team of Specialist Biomedical Scientists and/or Medical Laboratory Assistants and/or other support workers, working within a section to deliver a medical laboratory service to achieve the objectives of efficient patient care, and resource management within the Trust.
The post holder is responsible for; the day-to-day organisation, maintenance of work flow and any particular responsibilities associated with their designated section; teaching and development of staff currently in their section; maintaining at all times the requiredhigh standards and quality; maintaining an up to date knowledge specialist knowledge and current working practices within the diagnostic laboratory.
The post-holder will participate in laboratory clinical governance management meetings.
The post holder is responsible for the non automated section of the biochemistry laboratory and to be the nominated training officer for the laboratory.
About us
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services and we are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We're passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.We are delighted that we have been rated as "Good" by CQC. We have achieved numerous awards; The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020.The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To manage and deploy Biomedical Scientists, MLA and other staff within their section of responsibility, to respond to changing demands ensuring appropriate staff distribution to meet service needs. To give first line approval for annual leave and manage staff sickness.
To provide cover for the Clinical Chemistry Operational Manager or other Section Leaders in their absence as required.
To ensure high standards of technical and scientific performance and efficiency throughout the section are achieved and when requested initiating improvements and changes in working practice to meet the required standards. To ensure good communication within their section and with other laboratory areas.
To act as the first point of contact for staff performance and competency issues within the section.
To support recruitment, selection and induction of staff.
To ensure adherence to Trust policies within their section.
To perform appraisal/personal development reviews.
To have skills and knowledge of Health and Safety/Training/stock ordering/ Rota's/ Quality
Job description
Job responsibilities
To manage and deploy Biomedical Scientists, MLA and other staff within their section of responsibility, to respond to changing demands ensuring appropriate staff distribution to meet service needs. To give first line approval for annual leave and manage staff sickness.
To provide cover for the Clinical Chemistry Operational Manager or other Section Leaders in their absence as required.
To ensure high standards of technical and scientific performance and efficiency throughout the section are achieved and when requested initiating improvements and changes in working practice to meet the required standards. To ensure good communication within their section and with other laboratory areas.
To act as the first point of contact for staff performance and competency issues within the section.
To support recruitment, selection and induction of staff.
To ensure adherence to Trust policies within their section.
To perform appraisal/personal development reviews.
To have skills and knowledge of Health and Safety/Training/stock ordering/ Rota's/ Quality
Person Specification
Techincal and Scientific knowledge
Essential
- To perform manual, semi-automated and fully automated-laboratory investigations
Participate in additional responsibilities
Essential
- Additional responsibilities e.g Health & Safety, Stock management, Training
Desirable
- Has knowledge of the additional responsibilities and will participate
Staff management
Essential
- Have been managing staff and use of HR Policies
Desirable
- Understands the management of staff and HR policies
Paticipated in Shift work in Chemistry Automation
Essential
- Experience of 24/7 shift in a Chemistry Laboratory
Managing a section and troubleshooting
Essential
- Have managed a team and section and supported trouble shooting of staff and equipment
Person Specification
Techincal and Scientific knowledge
Essential
- To perform manual, semi-automated and fully automated-laboratory investigations
Participate in additional responsibilities
Essential
- Additional responsibilities e.g Health & Safety, Stock management, Training
Desirable
- Has knowledge of the additional responsibilities and will participate
Staff management
Essential
- Have been managing staff and use of HR Policies
Desirable
- Understands the management of staff and HR policies
Paticipated in Shift work in Chemistry Automation
Essential
- Experience of 24/7 shift in a Chemistry Laboratory
Managing a section and troubleshooting
Essential
- Have managed a team and section and supported trouble shooting of staff and equipment
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).
