Job summary
Advanced Biomedical Scientist in Biochemistry Band 7 - 37.5 hours Permanent
To supervise the policy and service implementation and the technical and scientific operations of the Blood Sciences Department and Biochemistry Service on a day to day basis enabling the provision of a high-quality Pathology service to Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, the ICBs and individual GP practices. To be an active member of the Biochemistry Supervisory Team
The post holder will be required to work as part of the 24/7 shift rota
Main duties of the job
PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL:To undertake manual and automated laboratory investigations within the Biochemistry Department by preparing, examining and reporting on the analysis of specimens as required
To ensure that equipment is used in accordance with departmental policies and supplier's instructions
To measure and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures.
To lead on the supervision, training, development and competence assessment of, and act as mentor to, Biomedical Scientists, trainee Biomedical Scientists, Assistant Practitioners and MLA staff
MANAGEMENT / ADMINISTRATIVE:
To play a lead role within the Biochemistry Department
To supervise the day to day running of the department, allocating and prioritising workload and resources, to ensure each section runs as efficiently as possible.
To supervise staff and maintain the skill mix and staffing levels appropriate to the needs of the sections within the department on a day to day basis.
To compile and manage rotas and day-to-day staffing in the department and record clearly and accurately on the Trust electronic rostering system.
To ensure staff maintain recognised scientific standards, and that agreed Quality Control procedures are carried out, monitored and proactively managed informing the Department Manager of any concerns.
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Excellence
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Biomedical Scientist registered with the Health & Care Professions Council.
- Master Degree of equivalent experience as a Biomedical Scientist
- training for trainer or equivalent mentoring qualification
Desirable
- Membership of the Institute of Biomedical Science
- Willing to pursue further qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Working knowledge of laboratory/hospital information and management computer systems and standard IT packages e.g. word processing and spreadsheets
- Problem solving & Performing incidents, root cause analysis/ audits/ QMS
- UKAS inspection, current ISO standards, Gap analysis
- At least 3 years working with automation in Biochemistry
- knowledge of method evaluation
- CPD attending external/internal courses
Desirable
- working with Beckman Coulter autoanalysers/automation
- electrophoresis and interpretation
- Pathology IT implementation
- Procurement processes
skills, Ability, Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of CPD
- Ability to work actoss the Blood science
- Knowledge of theoretical and practical incident investigation procedure
- Knowledge of verification and method evalution
- Possess good interpersonal/ communication skills
- knowledge of IQC interpretation
Desirable
- ability to deputise for the Blood science manager
- experience of presentations
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Biomedical Scientist registered with the Health & Care Professions Council.
- Master Degree of equivalent experience as a Biomedical Scientist
- training for trainer or equivalent mentoring qualification
Desirable
- Membership of the Institute of Biomedical Science
- Willing to pursue further qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Working knowledge of laboratory/hospital information and management computer systems and standard IT packages e.g. word processing and spreadsheets
- Problem solving & Performing incidents, root cause analysis/ audits/ QMS
- UKAS inspection, current ISO standards, Gap analysis
- At least 3 years working with automation in Biochemistry
- knowledge of method evaluation
- CPD attending external/internal courses
Desirable
- working with Beckman Coulter autoanalysers/automation
- electrophoresis and interpretation
- Pathology IT implementation
- Procurement processes
skills, Ability, Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of CPD
- Ability to work actoss the Blood science
- Knowledge of theoretical and practical incident investigation procedure
- Knowledge of verification and method evalution
- Possess good interpersonal/ communication skills
- knowledge of IQC interpretation
Desirable
- ability to deputise for the Blood science manager
- experience of presentations
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).
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).
