Job summary
The postholder will undertake the scientific duties and responsibilities of a clinical scientist in genetics in the provision of an effective and high quality ISO 15189(2022) accredited service to patients. They will participate in any required further training and will take measures necessary to acquire, improve and apply the skills and expertise needed for defined routine preparative, analytical and associated procedures.
The postholder will be personally responsible for their own work, subject to the supervision and direction of the Head of Service or other designated senior staff. They will undertake Continuing Professional Development and will hold HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist in Cytogenetics/Genetics
Main duties of the job
To perform high-quality, accurate cytogenetic, microarray and molecular pathology analysis across the sample range. This involves the use of microscopy, an image analysis system, microarray software and related bioinformatic packages and relevant PCR/NGS software.
To provide appropriate interpretation and prepare informative reports to referring clinicians, which includes recommendations for future testing and clinical outcomes, under the guidance of registered scientists, the Section Heads or Head of Service.
To check the accuracy of the cytogenetic/microarray/molecular pathology analysis including the interpretation and report-writing of the analysis performed by registered and non registered analytical colleagues.
To undertake a role in service development and enhancement, through the use of clinical audit and R & D.
To participate in staff rotation through all laboratory sections to achieve experience and to assist in the full range of procedures.
To assist in the supervision, training and co-ordination of other members of staff, such as biomedical assistants, genetic technologists and other trainee scientists.
To act as deputy to the section heads when necessary and as directed
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Service Delivery & Development
- To take responsibility for their own work and to undertake an appropriate proportion of the total work-load of the department including participation in all relevant rotas.
- To perform high-quality, accurate cytogenetic, microarray and molecular pathology analysis across the sample range, which involves working with a high level of concentration and visual skills. This involves the use of microscopy, an image analysis system, microarray software and related bioinformatic packages and relevant PCR/NGS software.
- To provide appropriate interpretation and prepare informative reports to referring clinicians, which includes recommendations for future testing and clinical outcomes, under the guidance of registered scientists, the Section Heads or Head of Service.
- To check the accuracy of the cytogenetic/microarray/molecular pathology analysis including the interpretation and report-writing of the analysis performed by registered scientist colleagues.
- To undertake a role in service development and enhancement, through the use of clinical audit and R & D.
- To participate in staff rotation through all laboratory sections to achieve experience and to assist in the full range of procedures.
- To collaborate with all other members of the staff within the department and across pathology where joint operation is necessary to achieve optimal use of resources.
- To assist in the supervision, training and co-ordination of other members of staff, such as biomedical assistants, genetic technologists and other trainee scientists.
- To act as deputy to the section heads when necessary and as directed.
- To present scientific work at national and local meetings and discussion groups.
Governance
- To use and maintain all necessary manual and computerised records of the department and to maintain their confidentiality.
- To supervise and to participate in internal and external quality control procedures and to abide by all codes of practice, safety regulations, protocols and operational policies of the laboratory and the service, and to ensure that all members of staff abide by such codes.
- To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and risk management as applied to the work situation.
- To comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures and to be involved in the formulation, review and updating as appropriate. This includes all requirements for UKAS and ISO:15189 standards
Personal Scientific Skills
Supply a high level of personal scientific skill and expertise in the full range of routine and specialised investigations and procedures demanded by the provision of a cytogenetic service.
Hold registration as a Clinical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council
To take all necessary measures to acquire, improve and apply the scientific skills and expertise necessary to perform the duties of the job at a high level of quality and reliability. This will include private study and participation in lectures, seminars, meetings and courses for further training as required or directed, and maintenance of a personal portfolio record for CPD.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Service Delivery & Development
- To take responsibility for their own work and to undertake an appropriate proportion of the total work-load of the department including participation in all relevant rotas.
- To perform high-quality, accurate cytogenetic, microarray and molecular pathology analysis across the sample range, which involves working with a high level of concentration and visual skills. This involves the use of microscopy, an image analysis system, microarray software and related bioinformatic packages and relevant PCR/NGS software.
- To provide appropriate interpretation and prepare informative reports to referring clinicians, which includes recommendations for future testing and clinical outcomes, under the guidance of registered scientists, the Section Heads or Head of Service.
- To check the accuracy of the cytogenetic/microarray/molecular pathology analysis including the interpretation and report-writing of the analysis performed by registered scientist colleagues.
- To undertake a role in service development and enhancement, through the use of clinical audit and R & D.
- To participate in staff rotation through all laboratory sections to achieve experience and to assist in the full range of procedures.
- To collaborate with all other members of the staff within the department and across pathology where joint operation is necessary to achieve optimal use of resources.
- To assist in the supervision, training and co-ordination of other members of staff, such as biomedical assistants, genetic technologists and other trainee scientists.
- To act as deputy to the section heads when necessary and as directed.
- To present scientific work at national and local meetings and discussion groups.
Governance
- To use and maintain all necessary manual and computerised records of the department and to maintain their confidentiality.
- To supervise and to participate in internal and external quality control procedures and to abide by all codes of practice, safety regulations, protocols and operational policies of the laboratory and the service, and to ensure that all members of staff abide by such codes.
- To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and risk management as applied to the work situation.
- To comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures and to be involved in the formulation, review and updating as appropriate. This includes all requirements for UKAS and ISO:15189 standards
Personal Scientific Skills
Supply a high level of personal scientific skill and expertise in the full range of routine and specialised investigations and procedures demanded by the provision of a cytogenetic service.
Hold registration as a Clinical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council
To take all necessary measures to acquire, improve and apply the scientific skills and expertise necessary to perform the duties of the job at a high level of quality and reliability. This will include private study and participation in lectures, seminars, meetings and courses for further training as required or directed, and maintenance of a personal portfolio record for CPD.
Person Specification
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Science degree, 2.2 (Hons) minimum and Certificate of competence in Clinical Cytogenetics or equivalent or MSc and MSC certificate of workplace based training in genetics
- Registration as Clinical Scientist with HCPC
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in writing clinical diagnostic reports and interpretation of results
- Experience in literature searches and using databases including relevant bioinformatic resources.
- Experience in all areas of cytogenetics including microarrays
- Experience in process and clinical audit
- Knowledge of laboratory accreditation to ISO:15189 standards
- Knowledge of laboratory Health and Safety issues e.g. COSHH
Desirable
- Experience in molecular pathology analysis
- Ability to carry out research and development
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to supervise junior staff
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Good technical and analytical skills.
- Ability to analyse cytogenetic preparations using microscopy and image analysis
Desirable
- Molecular pathology testing and NGS analysis
- Ability to analyse haematological cytogenetic preparations
Physical Skills
Essential
- Required to perform microscope analysis in restricted position for extended period of time
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure Good personal organisational and presentation skills
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Enthusiastic, flexible, motivated Committed to CPD
Person Specification
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Science degree, 2.2 (Hons) minimum and Certificate of competence in Clinical Cytogenetics or equivalent or MSc and MSC certificate of workplace based training in genetics
- Registration as Clinical Scientist with HCPC
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in writing clinical diagnostic reports and interpretation of results
- Experience in literature searches and using databases including relevant bioinformatic resources.
- Experience in all areas of cytogenetics including microarrays
- Experience in process and clinical audit
- Knowledge of laboratory accreditation to ISO:15189 standards
- Knowledge of laboratory Health and Safety issues e.g. COSHH
Desirable
- Experience in molecular pathology analysis
- Ability to carry out research and development
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to supervise junior staff
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Good technical and analytical skills.
- Ability to analyse cytogenetic preparations using microscopy and image analysis
Desirable
- Molecular pathology testing and NGS analysis
- Ability to analyse haematological cytogenetic preparations
Physical Skills
Essential
- Required to perform microscope analysis in restricted position for extended period of time
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure Good personal organisational and presentation skills
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Enthusiastic, flexible, motivated Committed to CPD
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).
