Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Job description

Job responsibilities

At Synnovis, we are currently shaping the future of pathology services by creating a world-leading Hub and Spoke pathology network with our NHS partners. A large part of this modernisation will involve moving 70% of our services to a purpose built, state of the art Hub laboratory in the heart of London. For now, the job you are applying for will be based at one of our hospital sites however, from 1 April 2024 our people and services will start to move to our Hub laboratory in Blackfriars, Southwark, SE1, with some work remaining in refurbished essential services laboratories across our hospital network, focusing on the rapid turnover of urgent tests. Please do ask your recruiting manager if you wish to find out more.

The main duties of this role involve contributing to the clinical operations of the Immunophenotyping Laboratory and performing both technical and analytical tasks to provide a high-quality immunophenotyping service. This includes conducting analyses for the diagnosis and monitoring of haematological malignancies and disorders, as well as other necessary laboratory tasks.

Candidates must hold a BSc (Hons) in a relevant field, be registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical (or Clinical) Scientist, and possess the IBMS specialist portfolio or equivalent qualifications or experience.

Essential skills include proficiency in Laboratory Information and Quality Management Systems (LIMS and QMS), strong IT skills, and experience in stock and document control. The ideal candidate will have experience in staff training and supervision and excellent communication skills. The candidate must be adept at multitasking, problem-solving, flexible, and able to manage time effectively to meet deadlines while maintaining quality service. A keen attention to detail, commitment to service delivery, and patient focus are crucial. The successful candidate will have a strong interest in the haemato-oncology field and be motivated to advance their own skills, support others, and contribute to departmental development. Foundational experience in flow cytometry is essential.

Synnovis is a pathology partnership between SYNLAB UK and Ireland,and the NHS, including sites, Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust and Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, to deliver and transform pathology services across South East London.

The partnership provides services to 1.7 million people living in South East London, as well as to hundreds of thousands of patients from outside the region who use local healthcare services.

The partnership provides diagnostics, testing and digital pathology for hospital trusts, GP services and other healthcare providers.

Guys and St Thomas Hospital Foundation Trust is a major emergency and specialist teaching Trust which has all the specialties associated with a fascinating and career defining case load including: Womens Services, Fetal Medicine, Haematology, Oncology, Transplantation, and is also home to the Evelina Childrens Hospital and the Cancer Centre on the Guys site.

You will be close to the vibrant Borough Market and the South Bank, which are exceptional London locations; perfect places to work and relax next to such iconic venues as Big Ben, The London Eye and The Shard!

Applications are welcomed from applicants with a disability.We can make reasonable adjustments and offer support and advice in a variety of ways throughout the application process. All applicants are welcome to apply regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, race, nationality or ethnic origin, religion, or sexual orientation. Equality of opportunity is our policy.

Our Bank workers enjoy competitive market rates and flexible contract assignments across all of our sites, dependant on your availability and location.

For our Permanent workforce we offer a competitive benefits package

All employees are entitled to:

Contributory pension scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Ground breaking personal development opportunities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) in relevant discipline.
• Registration as a Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• IBMS Specialist Diploma or Diploma of Specialist Practice or equivalent experience.

Desirable

• MSc in relevant discipline.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Laboratory Information Systems.
• Experience of stock control management.
• Knowledge and understanding of ISO15189 and UKAS accreditation.
• Demonstrable broad level of Immunophenotyping experience

Desirable

• Experience of document control including writing and updating of standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience in the use of analytical software packages for flow cytometry.
• Ability to deal with difficult and high-pressure situations.
• Technical validation and problem solving e.g. assay/equipment failure, quality control failure.
• Ability to follow instructions and take direction.
• Commitment to service delivery and patient care.

Desirable

• Comprehensive knowledge of blood cancers.
• Knowledge of process improvement techniques.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Synnovis Analytics

Address

Guy's Hospital

Great Maze Pond

London

SE1 9RT

Employer's website

http://www.synnovis.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)