Job summary
There is an exciting opportunity within Health Services Laboratories department of Clinical Biochemistry located at the Royal Free Hospital, to recruit a Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist (BMS). Applications are invited from committed, motivated and enthusiastic individuals who wish to take on more responsibility, extend their skills and be instrumental in moving the department into an exciting future.If you would like to be involved in shaping the future of the pathology services at HSL and are HCPC Registered with a Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent and a Post graduate qualification of MSc, FIBMS or equivalent you are invited to apply.
Main duties of the job
You must have demonstrable experience of working as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist in a Biochemistry Laboratory.You will be responsible for the day to day running of the routine Clinical Biochemistry section and play an integral part in introducing new methodologies and technologies and taking the section forward in the new state of the art Rapid Response Laboratory (RRL).The Clinical Biochemistry service is a busy service undertaking many complex analyses and providing specialist services which include, renal and liver transplantation amongst other specialities.
About us
At HSL we offer a variety of excellent staff benefits including:
Training and development opportunities supporting professional development
Annual related salary review
As we are a private company we are not restricted by salary bandings and so are able to negotiate appropriate salaries based on experience. This also means that annual salary reviews do not hit a band ceiling.
Discounted gym membership we have a corporate gym membership scheme with Better Gyms
Cash healthcare plan cash back on a variety of healthcare costs including dentist and opticians
Sick Pay Entitlement 5 paid days in the first year of employment, 20 days thereafter
Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service Cover
Life Assurance providing salary continuation for long term illness -six months qualifying period
Employee Assistance Programme supporting staff wellbeing
Season Ticket Loan Scheme interest free loan for the cost of annual travel ticket
Perkbox Access to additional staff perks and benefits such as high street discounts
Company Pension Scheme company and staff contributions which increase with service
Competitive annual leave allowance-28 days
Flexible working hours 37.5 hours standard working week
Job description
Job responsibilities
It is the responsibility of the job holder to efficiently manage the routine Clinical
Biochemistry section in conjunction with the Biochemistry Lead BMS. The SNR BMS should
ensure that an efficient high quality service is provided to patients and clinicians. It is
necessary to review techniques in the context of best available in the discipline, evaluate
its effectiveness, and to introduce new techniques as and when it is necessary to maintain
the highest professional and technical standards in the department.
The post holder will be required to perform a wide range of routine diagnostic
Biochemistry investigations, many of which are predictable in nature and with considerable
autonomy, but with the ultimate responsibility for their quality being vested in the RRL
Manager. Working with the departmental training officer the post holder will also be
responsible for the training needs in the section and of junior and trainee staff, in line with
the training program of the RRL.
Main Duties:
To perform as directed by the Biochemistry Lead BMS any reasonable duty required. The
duties below describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this job. This is not
an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required which may vary from
time to time in the lights of changing circumstances and in consultation with the post
holder. Main duties to include, but not be restricted to, the following:
Generate good quality scientific data for the Clinical Biochemistry section and be
proactive in assisting to create truly integrated, high quality Biosciences laboratory
service in conjunction with laboratory leads in other disciplines, implementing
solutions for efficient service delivery.
To undertake such measures as to ensure the smooth running of the Routine
Clinical Biochemistry section, by organising available manpower within the section
for the smooth and efficient provision of results. This will include arranging staffrota, annual leave and monitoring and documenting sickness and other absence in
the section.
Prepare, update, monitor and enforce SOPs in the Clinical Biochemistry section.
To monitor and maintain standards of the service and to provide support and
guidance to others on the technical standards required. This includes investigating,
managing and monitoring incidents in line with HSL policy and in conjunction with
the quality manager and Clinical Biochemistry Lead BMS.
Participate in the quality control for the Diagnostic Laboratory, achieving KPIs, TATs
and quality objectives agreed by the department and maintain internal and external
quality control in monitoring the quality of daily work. Investigate
underperformance and implement corrective action and maintain quality standards
in accordance with UKAS ISO 15189 2012 and other applicable regulatory bodies as
directed by the Clinical Biochemistry Lead BMS.
When required, the post holder will provide advice to clinicians on the
appropriateness of the results and on the choice of investigations in conjunction
with the Clinical Biochemistry Lead BMS and duty Biochemist.
To maintain a professional awareness of relevant developments in scientific
techniques and endeavour to improve existing services and/or advise on the
implementation of any further service. Perform on-going validation of processes, procedures and equipment. Facilitate the
evaluation of new equipment or techniques and evaluate their scientific merits and
cost effectiveness in consultation with the Clinical Biochemistry Lead BMS.
To maintain a professional awareness of relevant developments in scientific
techniques, management and technology and communicate such developments to
relevant parties. To ensure and assist in such research and development work as is
necessary to maintain the standard and quality of work.
Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff as required by HSL.
Be able to delegate duties and responsibilities to staff as required to ensure the
smooth operation of the section at all times.
To facilitate in the training and development of scientific and other personnel
including SPRs and Biomedical Scientists of other disciplines in Clinical Biochemistry.
Will participate and assist in training of Biomedical Scientists in aspects of Clinical
Biochemistry and may be requested to assist in the teaching and training of other
groups within the constraints of available time and resource.
Job description
Job responsibilities
It is the responsibility of the job holder to efficiently manage the routine Clinical
Biochemistry section in conjunction with the Biochemistry Lead BMS. The SNR BMS should
ensure that an efficient high quality service is provided to patients and clinicians. It is
necessary to review techniques in the context of best available in the discipline, evaluate
its effectiveness, and to introduce new techniques as and when it is necessary to maintain
the highest professional and technical standards in the department.
The post holder will be required to perform a wide range of routine diagnostic
Biochemistry investigations, many of which are predictable in nature and with considerable
autonomy, but with the ultimate responsibility for their quality being vested in the RRL
Manager. Working with the departmental training officer the post holder will also be
responsible for the training needs in the section and of junior and trainee staff, in line with
the training program of the RRL.
Main Duties:
To perform as directed by the Biochemistry Lead BMS any reasonable duty required. The
duties below describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this job. This is not
an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required which may vary from
time to time in the lights of changing circumstances and in consultation with the post
holder. Main duties to include, but not be restricted to, the following:
Generate good quality scientific data for the Clinical Biochemistry section and be
proactive in assisting to create truly integrated, high quality Biosciences laboratory
service in conjunction with laboratory leads in other disciplines, implementing
solutions for efficient service delivery.
To undertake such measures as to ensure the smooth running of the Routine
Clinical Biochemistry section, by organising available manpower within the section
for the smooth and efficient provision of results. This will include arranging staffrota, annual leave and monitoring and documenting sickness and other absence in
the section.
Prepare, update, monitor and enforce SOPs in the Clinical Biochemistry section.
To monitor and maintain standards of the service and to provide support and
guidance to others on the technical standards required. This includes investigating,
managing and monitoring incidents in line with HSL policy and in conjunction with
the quality manager and Clinical Biochemistry Lead BMS.
Participate in the quality control for the Diagnostic Laboratory, achieving KPIs, TATs
and quality objectives agreed by the department and maintain internal and external
quality control in monitoring the quality of daily work. Investigate
underperformance and implement corrective action and maintain quality standards
in accordance with UKAS ISO 15189 2012 and other applicable regulatory bodies as
directed by the Clinical Biochemistry Lead BMS.
When required, the post holder will provide advice to clinicians on the
appropriateness of the results and on the choice of investigations in conjunction
with the Clinical Biochemistry Lead BMS and duty Biochemist.
To maintain a professional awareness of relevant developments in scientific
techniques and endeavour to improve existing services and/or advise on the
implementation of any further service. Perform on-going validation of processes, procedures and equipment. Facilitate the
evaluation of new equipment or techniques and evaluate their scientific merits and
cost effectiveness in consultation with the Clinical Biochemistry Lead BMS.
To maintain a professional awareness of relevant developments in scientific
techniques, management and technology and communicate such developments to
relevant parties. To ensure and assist in such research and development work as is
necessary to maintain the standard and quality of work.
Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff as required by HSL.
Be able to delegate duties and responsibilities to staff as required to ensure the
smooth operation of the section at all times.
To facilitate in the training and development of scientific and other personnel
including SPRs and Biomedical Scientists of other disciplines in Clinical Biochemistry.
Will participate and assist in training of Biomedical Scientists in aspects of Clinical
Biochemistry and may be requested to assist in the teaching and training of other
groups within the constraints of available time and resource.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in pathology disciplines consistent with State Registration
- requirement.
- MSc or equivalent experience in a relevant subject
- Current registration with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Specialist Diploma in relevant discipline
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good organisational skills.
- To work accurately, neatly and efficiently. Attention to detail is very
- important.
- To work in a team.
- Basic Keyboard skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
- To maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
- To work on own initiative
- To communicate efficiently in English
- Use of laboratory equipment relevant to the specialty
- Experience of utilising statistical analysis software.
- To be able to write and review SOPs
Experience
Essential
- Working in a routine diagnostic laboratory
- Demonstrate experience of working to a laboratory Quality Management System proficiency in relevant techniques
- Minimum 3 years HCPC registration
- Experience of using a Laboratory Information System
- Experience of supervising staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in pathology disciplines consistent with State Registration
- requirement.
- MSc or equivalent experience in a relevant subject
- Current registration with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Specialist Diploma in relevant discipline
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good organisational skills.
- To work accurately, neatly and efficiently. Attention to detail is very
- important.
- To work in a team.
- Basic Keyboard skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
- To maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
- To work on own initiative
- To communicate efficiently in English
- Use of laboratory equipment relevant to the specialty
- Experience of utilising statistical analysis software.
- To be able to write and review SOPs
Experience
Essential
- Working in a routine diagnostic laboratory
- Demonstrate experience of working to a laboratory Quality Management System proficiency in relevant techniques
- Minimum 3 years HCPC registration
- Experience of using a Laboratory Information System
- Experience of supervising staff
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).
