Job summary
We
have an exciting opportunity for a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with expertise
in Diagnostic Cytology, Andrology and Flow Cytometry to
join us on a full time and permanent basis.
We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to providing a high-quality
patient centric service and are enthusiastic about mentoring and sharing their
knowledge.
Our
small team of Biomedical Scientists operate a weekday, core hours service. On
site discipline specific support is available from Team Manager.
Your
site of work will be the Hub laboratory which takes a leading technological
approach with state of the art equipment and organisation of workflow based on
LEAN principles. SPS 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.
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 Diagnostic Cytology 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 and Trainee
Biomedical Scientists 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 are 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
Qualifications
Essential
- If you have the following qualifications and skills, then wed love to hear from you:
- HCPC registration, with post registration experience working in Diagnostic Cytology, Andrology and/or Flow Cytometry
- Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
- A good understanding of the clinical significance of results and ability to interpret and act upon the results you are producing.
- Confident to make decisions in line with guidelines and written procedures to support the care of patients
- To commence employment as a Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist you must have your Specialist Portfolio or equivalent qualifications and experience.
- However, SPS are committed to support dedicated and engaged Band 5 applicants looking to complete a Specialist Portfolio. SPS offer automatic progression to Band 6 upon successful completion of the Specialist portfolio along with a retention bonus.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- If you have the following qualifications and skills, then wed love to hear from you:
- HCPC registration, with post registration experience working in Diagnostic Cytology, Andrology and/or Flow Cytometry
- Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
- A good understanding of the clinical significance of results and ability to interpret and act upon the results you are producing.
- Confident to make decisions in line with guidelines and written procedures to support the care of patients
- To commence employment as a Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist you must have your Specialist Portfolio or equivalent qualifications and experience.
- However, SPS are committed to support dedicated and engaged Band 5 applicants looking to complete a Specialist Portfolio. SPS offer automatic progression to Band 6 upon successful completion of the Specialist portfolio along with a retention bonus.
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.
