Job summary
We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to join the Molecular Diagnostics Department at the Royal Surrey Foundation Trust for a full-time, permanent position.
The Department is part of Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services (BSPS). It is an ISO accredited service providing specialist molecular diagnostic services for BSPS departments, associated Trust clinicians and external laboratories in five health Trusts across the region. The department provides a variety of genetic services for the specific diagnosis of patients and to enable personalised, genetic-based oncology treatments.
The job advertised here is to assist in the provision these services.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a state registered biomedical scientist or an individual who expects to be registered in the coming months. The successful candidate will be proactive in developing laboratory processes, have a keen eye for detail and work well in a team environment. Key responsibilities will include performing and overseeing the processing of both manual and automated PCR setup as well as more complex assay preparation such as sequencing and genetic signature analyses. The post holder, as part of their routine work, will assist in the maintenance of the quality management system within the department under the guidance of the departmental quality officer. It is expected that the post-holder will manage specific laboratory processes and be involved in training junior staff as well as taking responsibility for the release of certain patient results.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full job description
If after viewing the job description you have any questions, would like further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Pierre Foskett, Laboratory Manager, on pierre.foskett@nhs.net ext 2183 or email: pierre.foskett@nhs.net
To be responsible for the timely delivery of molecular diagnostic analyses. In addition, to be responsible for the time management of multiple tasks as described in the job description and to respond to the changing requirements of the laboratory by accommodating additional tasks as required.
To undertake sample preparation, analysis and recording of results in accordance with approved procedures.
To have an understanding of the clinical notes on the patient request card in order to determine any subsequent work to be done on the sample; this information can be complex.
To provide and receive routine clinical information and to respond to clinical inquiries under the direction of a clinical scientist.
To undertake the specialised techniques used in the department, and to be able to identify all non-routine situations and queries as they arise, and bring these to the attention of a senior member of staff if they cannot be resolved.
To carry out routine laboratory tasks including DNA/ RNA preparation, maintenance of equipment, reagents and chemicals.
To take part in the daily maintenance of system; this may involve fault finding and corrective action on complex equipment or making a decision to call an engineer
- To provide, after appropriate training, specialist clinical and technical services following routine and non-routine laboratory procedures, under the management of a clinical scientist.
To provide provisional interpretation of the quality of the analyses and to initiate any necessary remedial action under the direction of a clinical scientist.
To maintain and update laboratory databases of clinical referrals.
- To attend any appropriate laboratory training sessions and to carry out any resulting tasks.
Report to the Quality Officers and BSPS Lead Quality Manager on the performance of the Quality Management System and any need for improvement.
Collate and analyse data relating to the performance of the Quality Management System.
Analyse non conformities within the department and deal with corrective, preventative and root cause analysis where appropriate.
Participate in the annual audit schedules raising non conformities and performing corrective, preventative and root cause analysis where appropriate.
- To demonstrate activities or workplace routines to new or less experienced individuals in own area.
To train staff as necessary in the use of new techniques and to monitor the standards of work produced.
- To abide by the codes of practice, Health and Safety and COSHH regulations, protocols and policies of the laboratory.
To assist in the process of updating laboratory manuals and standard operating procedures.
To be aware of current developments within Molecular Diagnostics
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full job description
If after viewing the job description you have any questions, would like further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Pierre Foskett, Laboratory Manager, on pierre.foskett@nhs.net ext 2183 or email: pierre.foskett@nhs.net
To be responsible for the timely delivery of molecular diagnostic analyses. In addition, to be responsible for the time management of multiple tasks as described in the job description and to respond to the changing requirements of the laboratory by accommodating additional tasks as required.
To undertake sample preparation, analysis and recording of results in accordance with approved procedures.
To have an understanding of the clinical notes on the patient request card in order to determine any subsequent work to be done on the sample; this information can be complex.
To provide and receive routine clinical information and to respond to clinical inquiries under the direction of a clinical scientist.
To undertake the specialised techniques used in the department, and to be able to identify all non-routine situations and queries as they arise, and bring these to the attention of a senior member of staff if they cannot be resolved.
To carry out routine laboratory tasks including DNA/ RNA preparation, maintenance of equipment, reagents and chemicals.
To take part in the daily maintenance of system; this may involve fault finding and corrective action on complex equipment or making a decision to call an engineer
- To provide, after appropriate training, specialist clinical and technical services following routine and non-routine laboratory procedures, under the management of a clinical scientist.
To provide provisional interpretation of the quality of the analyses and to initiate any necessary remedial action under the direction of a clinical scientist.
To maintain and update laboratory databases of clinical referrals.
- To attend any appropriate laboratory training sessions and to carry out any resulting tasks.
Report to the Quality Officers and BSPS Lead Quality Manager on the performance of the Quality Management System and any need for improvement.
Collate and analyse data relating to the performance of the Quality Management System.
Analyse non conformities within the department and deal with corrective, preventative and root cause analysis where appropriate.
Participate in the annual audit schedules raising non conformities and performing corrective, preventative and root cause analysis where appropriate.
- To demonstrate activities or workplace routines to new or less experienced individuals in own area.
To train staff as necessary in the use of new techniques and to monitor the standards of work produced.
- To abide by the codes of practice, Health and Safety and COSHH regulations, protocols and policies of the laboratory.
To assist in the process of updating laboratory manuals and standard operating procedures.
To be aware of current developments within Molecular Diagnostics
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Biomedical Sciences Degree or equivalent
- Current or imminent HCPC registration
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a relevant NHS laboratory.
- Experience & knowledge of molecular technology and techniques required to support senior lab staff gained by experience in a similar role.
- Able to understand and follow and develop Standard Operating Procedures.
- Understanding of Health and Safety issues including COSHH.
- Ability to write clearly.
- Possess basic IT skills & keyboard accuracy
Desirable
- Data Entry experience (Winpath)
- Understanding of a quality management system
- Experience of carrying out audits
- Trained in root cause analysis
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Biomedical Sciences Degree or equivalent
- Current or imminent HCPC registration
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a relevant NHS laboratory.
- Experience & knowledge of molecular technology and techniques required to support senior lab staff gained by experience in a similar role.
- Able to understand and follow and develop Standard Operating Procedures.
- Understanding of Health and Safety issues including COSHH.
- Ability to write clearly.
- Possess basic IT skills & keyboard accuracy
Desirable
- Data Entry experience (Winpath)
- Understanding of a quality management system
- Experience of carrying out audits
- Trained in root cause analysis
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).
