Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for supporting the operational delivery of scientific and technical services within the cellular pathology laboratory, managing and training members of staff. Engaging and working with the with the Cellular Pathology leadership and Quality team to maintain ISO 15189:2022 accreditation, while delivering a high class service valued by our users and patients
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The Cellular Pathology Department of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join our team for the role of Laboratory section lead within the surgical histology laboratory.
We are looking for a self-motivated candidate who will lead in the organisation, supervision and performance of a range of scientific procedures involving the processing of biomedical specimens to contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases and investigation of pathological processes within the operational Cellular Pathology Service.
The role is to support the Health board using the skills and training attained in the course of State Registration and the requirements of the HCPC (Health Professional Council) and additional post registration training. To be an active senior member of the Department Management Team. Working collaboratively with the senior management team to deliver all aspects of the operational surgical histology service. The post-holder will take responsibility for operational delivery within the operational Laboratory, will first line manage a team of supporting staff and will participate in training and development work in conjunction with senior staff.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Biomedical Science degree or equivalent
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) with evidence of on-going participation in CPD.
- FIBMS and/or MSc or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Post graduate management qualification
- Computing qualification
Experience
Essential
- A comprehensive knowledge of the laboratory discipline
- A minimum of 5 years post registration experience of the laboratory discipline
- Has undertaken the specialised technical work of the department
- Experience of working with a networked pathology computer system
- Application of a QMS
- Application of performance metrics
- Experience and application of change control
- Experience and application of validation
Skills
Essential
- Ability to organise, plan and allocate work for laboratory staff.
- Ability to prioritise, to make judgements and demonstrate the ability to problem solve technical aspects of the laboratory's work
- Well developed communication and interpersonal skills, able to explain complex information and results to service users
- Recognisable team leading and team working skills, able to motivate staff to meet targets.
- Able to work autonomously
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist medical laboratory knowledge (clinical and technical) across a range of complex work procedures and practices within the discipline
- The Health and Safety responsibilities of the individual within the laboratory, Laboratory specific Health and Safety Procedures
Desirable
- Knowledge of ISO 15189:2022 standards requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Biomedical Science degree or equivalent
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) with evidence of on-going participation in CPD.
- FIBMS and/or MSc or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Post graduate management qualification
- Computing qualification
Experience
Essential
- A comprehensive knowledge of the laboratory discipline
- A minimum of 5 years post registration experience of the laboratory discipline
- Has undertaken the specialised technical work of the department
- Experience of working with a networked pathology computer system
- Application of a QMS
- Application of performance metrics
- Experience and application of change control
- Experience and application of validation
Skills
Essential
- Ability to organise, plan and allocate work for laboratory staff.
- Ability to prioritise, to make judgements and demonstrate the ability to problem solve technical aspects of the laboratory's work
- Well developed communication and interpersonal skills, able to explain complex information and results to service users
- Recognisable team leading and team working skills, able to motivate staff to meet targets.
- Able to work autonomously
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist medical laboratory knowledge (clinical and technical) across a range of complex work procedures and practices within the discipline
- The Health and Safety responsibilities of the individual within the laboratory, Laboratory specific Health and Safety Procedures
Desirable
- Knowledge of ISO 15189:2022 standards requirements
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).
