Job summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic
individual to join our friendly, dedicated team of professionals as a Band 7
Senior Biomedical Scientist -Team Manager. This is a secondment available to a
current Band 6 from within the department for a period of 12 months to cover
maternity leave. You should be able to demonstrate a broad experience in
Clinical Biochemistry at both a technical and theoretical level.
You must have an IBMS accredited BSc in Biomedical Science
or equivalent and hold an IBMS Specialist Diploma in Clinical Biochemistry.
Specialist Biomedical Scientists (Band 6) who are currently
studying for and expected to gain a Masters degree in Biomedical Science or HSD
in Clinical Chemistry may be considered. Candidates must be able to demonstrate
experience at Specialist BMS level (assessed as equivalent at specialist
level). Evidence of CPD will be expected to be demonstrated at interview.
Main duties of the job
The candidate will be a Team Leader in Clinical Biochemistry.
They will organise the day to day staffing and duties to
ensure a quality service is provided and turn around times met.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are also
essential as is the ability to work within a team processing a high workload of
specimens. You are required to
demonstrate precise and accurate work with an ability to prioritise and
organise your own work. Experience of HR policies and procedures is an
advantage but training and support will be given where needed.
Validation of analysers and IT systems ensuring new
processes and equipment are fit for purpose and all documentation is completed
is line with ISO15189:2022.
Training all grades of staff within Biochemistry
Management of stocks
About us
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We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The Blood Sciences Department is UKAS accredited and part of
your role will be to complete all required quality documentation including
training, competency and CPD.
Clinical Biochemistry at CDDFT processes approximately
800,000 samples per year utilising Siemens Advia XPT Chemistry and XPT Centaur
systems as well as HbA1c testing, xanthochromia analysis. The laboratory
continuously assesses and improves its testing repertoire. The LIMS is provided
by Clinisys Winpath.
Experience of the above is advantageous but not essential as
all necessary training will be provided.
Main Specialist BMS tasks are
Performing complex analyses
Authorising results, reflexing tests as required, referring
abnormals to Consultants.
Ensuring analysers maintained, calibrated and quality
controlled and troubleshooting any issues
Providing results in a timely manner in emergency
situations, you must be able to prioritise, multi-task, keep calm and have
excellent communiation skills in emergency scenarios.
Training and supervising Band 4 and Band 5 staff
The department operates a 24/7 shift system covering
dayshifts, late shifts, nightshifts weekends and Bank Holidays which the
successful applicant must participate in. There is currently one BMS covering Biochemistry
on each site after 2030 and at weekends.
Cross-site cover will be required at the other sites to meet
the needs of the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Blood Sciences Department is UKAS accredited and part of
your role will be to complete all required quality documentation including
training, competency and CPD.
Clinical Biochemistry at CDDFT processes approximately
800,000 samples per year utilising Siemens Advia XPT Chemistry and XPT Centaur
systems as well as HbA1c testing, xanthochromia analysis. The laboratory
continuously assesses and improves its testing repertoire. The LIMS is provided
by Clinisys Winpath.
Experience of the above is advantageous but not essential as
all necessary training will be provided.
Main Specialist BMS tasks are
Performing complex analyses
Authorising results, reflexing tests as required, referring
abnormals to Consultants.
Ensuring analysers maintained, calibrated and quality
controlled and troubleshooting any issues
Providing results in a timely manner in emergency
situations, you must be able to prioritise, multi-task, keep calm and have
excellent communiation skills in emergency scenarios.
Training and supervising Band 4 and Band 5 staff
The department operates a 24/7 shift system covering
dayshifts, late shifts, nightshifts weekends and Bank Holidays which the
successful applicant must participate in. There is currently one BMS covering Biochemistry
on each site after 2030 and at weekends.
Cross-site cover will be required at the other sites to meet
the needs of the service.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
Desirable
- Membership of any other professional body e.g. IBMS
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise
- Good Communication
- Relevant theoretical knowledge and practical experience
- Precise and accurate work performance
Desirable
- Additional responsibilities e.g. H&S nominee, COSHH, risk assessor
- Specialist work
- Training and Staff development
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent.
- IBMS Specialist Diploma in a Biomedical Science specialty relevant to the post, or demonstrate equivalent additional professional development, training and education with appropriate relevant post registration experience.
- Demonstrate evidence of on-going CPD.
- The post holder will hold or be working towards an MSc in Biomedical Science, or Higher Specialist Diploma
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Specialist training courses
- Analyser training courses
- Chartered Scientist status
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate relevant experience in a similar or larger establishment as Specialist BMS in Biochemistry
Desirable
- Additional Pathology interests or experience of specialist tests
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
- Able to participate in 24/7 working as required.
- Working Flexibly
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
Desirable
- Membership of any other professional body e.g. IBMS
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise
- Good Communication
- Relevant theoretical knowledge and practical experience
- Precise and accurate work performance
Desirable
- Additional responsibilities e.g. H&S nominee, COSHH, risk assessor
- Specialist work
- Training and Staff development
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent.
- IBMS Specialist Diploma in a Biomedical Science specialty relevant to the post, or demonstrate equivalent additional professional development, training and education with appropriate relevant post registration experience.
- Demonstrate evidence of on-going CPD.
- The post holder will hold or be working towards an MSc in Biomedical Science, or Higher Specialist Diploma
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Specialist training courses
- Analyser training courses
- Chartered Scientist status
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate relevant experience in a similar or larger establishment as Specialist BMS in Biochemistry
Desirable
- Additional Pathology interests or experience of specialist tests
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
- Able to participate in 24/7 working as required.
- Working Flexibly
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
