Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to apply for a part time (15- hour/ 0.4 Whole- Time Equivalent) band 7 Advanced Specialist BMS position in the Chemistry Lab within the Hammersmith Hospital site of NWLP.
In this role, you would constitute part of the two Whole Time Equivalent band 7 Senior staff primarily responsible for running the Chemistry Lab including the oversight of the operation of the Abbott Alinity Ci analysers and reporting directly to the Site Lead.
You would be responsible for the day-to-day management of a section within the laboratory under the direction of the Site Lead including the provision of the necessary training and supervision of staff within the Chemistry Laboratory to ensure correct procedures and protocols are carried out. The lab is also privileged to provide a specialised Intra- operative Parathyroid monitoring service in Theatres.
The laboratory also operates a 24-hour-seven- day -a-week service and therefore participation on Lates & weekend roster is required.
You will need to possess a relevant professional qualification to degree level or equivalent, an MSc, FIBMS or equivalent in a relevant discipline and HCPC registration. You will need to have experience post HCPC registration in Clinical Chemistry and excellent technical, interpersonal and IT skills.
For more information, please telephone 020 3313 4774 for any queries or to arrange an informal visit.NWLP website http://www.nwlpathology.nhs.uk/
Main duties of the job
- Manage daily operations of a laboratory section under the Laboratory Manager'sguidance, ensuring efficient service delivery.
- Collaborate with team members to provide a professional clinical laboratory service andsupport departmental objectives.
- Develop professional expertise and specialist skills, while training and supervising staffto uphold high standards.
- Coordinate specialist clinical technical and scientific services, including research andaudits, while fostering a culture of quality compliance with accrediting and regulatorystandards.
About us
Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
NWLP Induction
The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.
For 2024/25, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.
- Monday 6 October 2025
- Monday 3 November 2025
- Monday 1 December 2025
Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- MSc, or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma, or any of the IBMS higher qualifications
- 2 years practical experience at band 6 or equivalent, post specialist HCPC registration in relevant discipline
Desirable
- Management qualification or relevant experience
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
- Demonstrate a commitment to service improvement and innovative practice
Experience
Essential
- Ability to develop and write policies and procedures (e.g. Standard Operating Procedures), relating to specialty section
- Evidence of experience of quality management systems, audits and document control
- Previous experience in a large busy pathology laboratory
- Evidence of a good understanding of the use and interpretation of quality control
Desirable
- Experience of Audit assessment
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- MSc, or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma, or any of the IBMS higher qualifications
- 2 years practical experience at band 6 or equivalent, post specialist HCPC registration in relevant discipline
Desirable
- Management qualification or relevant experience
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
- Demonstrate a commitment to service improvement and innovative practice
Experience
Essential
- Ability to develop and write policies and procedures (e.g. Standard Operating Procedures), relating to specialty section
- Evidence of experience of quality management systems, audits and document control
- Previous experience in a large busy pathology laboratory
- Evidence of a good understanding of the use and interpretation of quality control
Desirable
- Experience of Audit assessment
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).
