Integrated Pathology Partnerships Limited

Trainee Biomedical Scientist Band 4-6 Blood Sciences

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Job summary

Are you newly registered BMS or a Biomedical Sciences graduate? Are you looking to become a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist in Blood Sciences? Southwest Pathology Services (SPS) are offering a rare opportunity to join our team of passionate professionals as a multidisciplinary trainee BMS! We are seeking individuals who are looking to complete their IBMS registration portfolio in the next 12 months.

You will start as a Band 4 Associate Practitioner and will progress to Band 5 BMS on completion of the Registration Portfolio.

Main duties of the job

Our Blood Sciences team operates a 24/7 service across our three laboratories and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Trainee Biomedical Scientist to join our team. This position is based in Blood Sciences (Biochemistry, Haematology and Blood Transfusion) at our essential services lab in Yeovil District hospital, with additional training opportunities at Musgrove Park Hospital.

Our laboratory has a proven track record of supporting individuals to complete their IBMS Registration portfolio and providing full training to become a BMS. You will have the opportunity to work in a laboratory which takes a leading technological approach with state-of-the-art Beckman Coulter analytical systems in Biochemistry, Sysmex analysers in Haematology and Ortho Vision analysers in Transfusion. The department supports testing for the local NHS trust and primary care providers.

Our team at SPS have been fundamental to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare in Somerset for over a decade. We hold ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and are an HCPC approved training Laboratory for both IBMS Registration and Specialist Portfolios.

Once you have achieved HCPC registration you will automatically be appointed as a Band 5 Biomedical Scientist. As a registered Biomedical Scientist, you will have the responsibility of maintaining fitness to practice and participate actively in CPD.

About us

SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.

We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.

We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.

We promote an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models and facilitate a two-way communication, engage with staff and stakeholders transparently and actively encourage feedback and suggestions.

We reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.

SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.

Details

Date posted

21 August 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year £1,500 wellbeing allowance

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0308-24-0032

Job locations

Nhs Foundation Trust

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Specific Responsibilities:

Assist and carry out duties as directed in the following areas:

Health & safety

Audit

Training

Incident / Exceptions Reporting

Quality Assurance / Quality Control

Responsibilities:

Be able to rotate through all areas of the laboratory required (dependent on qualifications, experience and training) performing all designated duties in accordance with local working practices whilst maintaining high personal standards and conforming to Health and Safety regulations.

Perform routine and specialist biomedical investigationsand participate daily in the scientific and technical activities of the laboratory section, which may include specimen reception functions, under the supervision of Biomedical Scientists.

Cytoscreeners report opinions in line with BAC code of practice.

Participate in and assist with clinical trials, the development of new tests and research & validation of equipment ensuringat all timescompliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management policies and practices. Propose changes to standard operating procedures as requiredin order todevelop and streamline the service or to reflect other changes.

Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory.

Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarityat all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results.

Attend and participate positively in laboratory and other meetings as directed by Laboratory managers.

As directed by senior laboratory staff, plan and prioritise work allocations, training plans, audits of both yourself and junior staff, responding appropriately to the needs of routine and urgent activities.

Provide supervision, training and professional leadership to junior staff which includes monitoring their performance against laboratory standards and their training plans.

Encourage active participation in continuous professional development and support the introduction ofnew technologiesand / or systems by being a change advocate, and active mentor and a tutor to junior staff.

Use consumables and equipment within your allocated section responsibility and be responsible for stock control audits and recording through approved channels as required.

Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff and enter the information in the CAPA module of Q-pulse in a timely manner as directed by senior staff.

Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff.

Demonstrate on going competency against training plans andparticipate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.

Other:

Be an ambassador for Diversity and Inclusion.

Communicate and role model the values and behaviours of SYNLAB.

Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate.

Undertake any other reasonable duty, when requested to do so by an appropriate manager.

Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.

Complete all statutory, mandatory and essential training within timeframes specified.

Safety:

Observe safety regulations and attend mandatory fire, manual handling and other courses as required.

Report all incidents and adverse events to managers and assist in the investigations of any incidents.

Participate in risk assessment monitoring.

Ensure that the equipment within area of work is maintained and operated as per SOPs.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Specific Responsibilities:

Assist and carry out duties as directed in the following areas:

Health & safety

Audit

Training

Incident / Exceptions Reporting

Quality Assurance / Quality Control

Responsibilities:

Be able to rotate through all areas of the laboratory required (dependent on qualifications, experience and training) performing all designated duties in accordance with local working practices whilst maintaining high personal standards and conforming to Health and Safety regulations.

Perform routine and specialist biomedical investigationsand participate daily in the scientific and technical activities of the laboratory section, which may include specimen reception functions, under the supervision of Biomedical Scientists.

Cytoscreeners report opinions in line with BAC code of practice.

Participate in and assist with clinical trials, the development of new tests and research & validation of equipment ensuringat all timescompliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management policies and practices. Propose changes to standard operating procedures as requiredin order todevelop and streamline the service or to reflect other changes.

Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory.

Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarityat all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results.

Attend and participate positively in laboratory and other meetings as directed by Laboratory managers.

As directed by senior laboratory staff, plan and prioritise work allocations, training plans, audits of both yourself and junior staff, responding appropriately to the needs of routine and urgent activities.

Provide supervision, training and professional leadership to junior staff which includes monitoring their performance against laboratory standards and their training plans.

Encourage active participation in continuous professional development and support the introduction ofnew technologiesand / or systems by being a change advocate, and active mentor and a tutor to junior staff.

Use consumables and equipment within your allocated section responsibility and be responsible for stock control audits and recording through approved channels as required.

Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff and enter the information in the CAPA module of Q-pulse in a timely manner as directed by senior staff.

Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff.

Demonstrate on going competency against training plans andparticipate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.

Other:

Be an ambassador for Diversity and Inclusion.

Communicate and role model the values and behaviours of SYNLAB.

Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate.

Undertake any other reasonable duty, when requested to do so by an appropriate manager.

Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.

Complete all statutory, mandatory and essential training within timeframes specified.

Safety:

Observe safety regulations and attend mandatory fire, manual handling and other courses as required.

Report all incidents and adverse events to managers and assist in the investigations of any incidents.

Participate in risk assessment monitoring.

Ensure that the equipment within area of work is maintained and operated as per SOPs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Science.
  • HCPC registration (to be obtained within 12 months of employment)

Experience

Essential

  • Proven experience of working within a team.
  • Ability to organise and plan own work and work under pressure.
  • Well developed communication and interpersonal skills, able to explain complex information and results to service users.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Science.
  • HCPC registration (to be obtained within 12 months of employment)

Experience

Essential

  • Proven experience of working within a team.
  • Ability to organise and plan own work and work under pressure.
  • Well developed communication and interpersonal skills, able to explain complex information and results to service users.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Integrated Pathology Partnerships Limited

Address

Nhs Foundation Trust

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT


Employer's website

https://synlab.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Integrated Pathology Partnerships Limited

Address

Nhs Foundation Trust

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT


Employer's website

https://synlab.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Team Manager

Abby Cleal

abby.cleal@somersetft.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

21 August 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year £1,500 wellbeing allowance

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0308-24-0032

Job locations

Nhs Foundation Trust

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT


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