Job summary
Job Title: Specialist Biomedical
Scientist Band 6 Blood Sciences- Biochemistry
Location: Taunton, Somerset
Hours: 37.5 permanent
At Southwest Pathology Services (SPS),
we offer a rare opportunity to join our team of passionate professionals as
aSpecialist Biomedical Scientist in Clinical Biochemistry.
Our Blood
Sciences team operates a 24/7 service across our three laboratories, Musgrove
Park Hospital, Yeovil District Hospital and our Hub site located in Taunton. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Specialist
Biomedical Scientist to join our team. This position is based in Blood Sciences (Biochemistry) at our essential services lab in Musgrove
Park Hospital and our Hub laboratory.
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. This includes DxA500 Automated
Track system, AU5800, DxC700, DxI800 and Access 2 analysers. We also utilise
Winpath LIMS system. The department
supports testing for the local NHS trust and primary care providers.
At SYNLAB,
we believe in nurturing a culture of well-being and ensuring our employees are
supported both professionally and personally. We offer a Wellbeing Allowance
worth up to £1500 per annum for our esteemed team members working in Band 2 - 6
roles.
In addition
to a competitive pay structure, we offer a joining bonus of up to £10,000,
relocation package and access to SYNLAB benefits scheme.
Main duties of the job
As a Biomedical Scientist within the
Blood Sciences team, you will perform and interpret routine and specialist
testing providing patient centred scientific excellence whilst maintaining high
quality standards in accordance with ISO15189.
You will supervise, mentor and support
other Biomedical Scientists, Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Associate
Practitioners and Medical Laboratory Assistants within your department, sharing
your knowledge, experience and passion for your work.
As a registered Biomedical Scientist,
you will have the responsibility of maintaining fitness to practice and are
required to participate actively in CPD.
SPS will commit to support you in developing your skills and knowledge
in line with your professional growth and our business interests. A dedicated
Training team and extensive resources are available to support this.
Most importantly, through our shared
values, you will help to make a positive difference to the lives, health and
wellbeing of those within our community that we serve.
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.
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
Other Responsibilities:
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.
To provide technical advice to clinical staff.
To perform and interpret routine and specialist Biomedical
investigations and to participate daily in the scientific and technical
activities of the laboratory section under the supervision of senior staff.
Together
with Senior staff help ensure compliance with all policies as required by
regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management, including;
o
Clinical
Pathology Accreditation (CPA)
o
SouthwestPathology
Service policies and SOPs
o
MHRA
o
NHSCSP
o
HTA
o
HFEA
o Any other body in area of responsibility
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,
document review, non-conformance review and quality assurance processes.
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 senior staff.
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 senior staff.
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.
Encourage active participation in continuous professional
development and support the introduction of new technologies and / or systems
by being a change advocate.
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
Other Responsibilities:
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.
To provide technical advice to clinical staff.
To perform and interpret routine and specialist Biomedical
investigations and to participate daily in the scientific and technical
activities of the laboratory section under the supervision of senior staff.
Together
with Senior staff help ensure compliance with all policies as required by
regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management, including;
o
Clinical
Pathology Accreditation (CPA)
o
SouthwestPathology
Service policies and SOPs
o
MHRA
o
NHSCSP
o
HTA
o
HFEA
o Any other body in area of responsibility
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,
document review, non-conformance review and quality assurance processes.
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 senior staff.
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 senior staff.
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.
Encourage active participation in continuous professional
development and support the introduction of new technologies and / or systems
by being a change advocate.
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
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of working as part of a team
- Good communication skills including ability to communicate with peers and senior staff and clinical service users
- Well-developed physical skills, especially in the manipulation of pipettes and other laboratory equipment. Also, must be adept and precise when handling samples etc
- Able to work unsupervised, to organise workload, and to organise and train less qualified, or less experienced staff
- Able to demonstrate a high degree of skill and knowledge regarding result interpretation
- Able to prioritise analytical work and plan day-to-day organisation of area of work
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration within Biomedical Science
- IBMS approved Biomedical Sciences Degree or Equivalent in Clinical Biochemistry
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of CPD in accordance with HCPC
- Post-registration experience in Biochemistry as a BMS
- Have extensive working knowledge of laboratory areas, including both practical and theoretical knowledge of the various methods employed
- Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of the basic physiology, pathology, and scientific principles relevant to Clinical Biochemistry
- Able to operate and maintain complex automated equipment
- Display experience and competency in all laboratory areas.
- Able to contribute to assessing and suggesting changes to laboratory operating procedures
- Demonstrate a sound knowledge and application of quality systems, with reference to ISO/UKAS
- Knowledge of Laboratory IT programmes
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of working as part of a team
- Good communication skills including ability to communicate with peers and senior staff and clinical service users
- Well-developed physical skills, especially in the manipulation of pipettes and other laboratory equipment. Also, must be adept and precise when handling samples etc
- Able to work unsupervised, to organise workload, and to organise and train less qualified, or less experienced staff
- Able to demonstrate a high degree of skill and knowledge regarding result interpretation
- Able to prioritise analytical work and plan day-to-day organisation of area of work
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration within Biomedical Science
- IBMS approved Biomedical Sciences Degree or Equivalent in Clinical Biochemistry
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of CPD in accordance with HCPC
- Post-registration experience in Biochemistry as a BMS
- Have extensive working knowledge of laboratory areas, including both practical and theoretical knowledge of the various methods employed
- Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of the basic physiology, pathology, and scientific principles relevant to Clinical Biochemistry
- Able to operate and maintain complex automated equipment
- Display experience and competency in all laboratory areas.
- Able to contribute to assessing and suggesting changes to laboratory operating procedures
- Demonstrate a sound knowledge and application of quality systems, with reference to ISO/UKAS
- Knowledge of Laboratory IT programmes
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).
