Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide technical advice to clinical staffs.
• Together with Senior staff help ensure compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management.
• 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 clarity at 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.
• Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.

For further details please see the attached JD.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) IBMS accredited degree or equivalent
• HCPC State registration as a Biomedical Scientist
• Specialist portfolio in relevant discipline (if HCPC Registration via IBMS Portfolio route) or equivalent experience

Desirable

• IBMS membership
• Willing to work towards a higher degree or management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Advanced working knowledge of Biomedical techniques and practices
• Significant demonstrable broad-based discipline specific practical experience

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Able to work independently, implements and proposes changes to procedures for own work area. May be a lead specialist.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information accurately verbally, written and electronically
• Ability to analyse and technically interpret complex test results
• Good understanding of Quality Management System with reference to ISO/UKAS

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

Integrated Pathology Partnerships Limited

Address

Southwest Pathology Services

Lisieux Way

Taunton

TA1 2LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://synlab.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assist and carry out duties as directed in the following areas:

• Train scientific and support staff and access/manage competencies
• Organise and conduct appraisals
• Develop policies and plan for change implementation
• To provide management cover for other Team Managers and Deputy Manager
• To chair committees as allocated in areas (but not limited to) Health & Safety, Training or Audit
• To participate in Senior Management on-call roster as required.
• Participate in and assist with clinical trials, the development of new tests and research & validation of equipment ensuring at all times compliance 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 sections
• Together with Senior staff help ensure compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management, including;
  • UKAS
  • Southwest Pathology Service policies and SOPs
  • MHRA
  • NHSCSP
  • HTA
  • HFEA
  • 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 clarity at 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 clarity at 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 and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.
• Produce and manage Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Manage the introduction of new technologies/processes and to maximise the benefits accrued
• To be responsible for External and Internal Quality Assurance in area of responsibility. Reporting on, and completing corrective actions required to address any areas of poor performance, including, where required, staff performance management.
• Ensure all documentation required for Quality Management System is recorded and maintained
• Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include highly complex information and/or results.
• Plan and organise audits and audit calendar
• Chair/lead and/or participate in Technical, Training Quality , Audit and Management meetings as required
• 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. Maintaining software systems and updating as required.
• Attendance at LIMS user groups as required.
• Plan and prioritise work allocations, training plans, for both yourself and junior staff, responding appropriately to the needs of routine and urgent activities.
• Provide management, training and professional leadership to staff in your area of responsibility, this includes monitoring their performance against laboratory standards and their training plans.
• Report and investigate all incidents and adverse events entering the information in the CAPA module of Q-pulse in a timely manner, conducting Root Cause analysis and remedial action as required
• Be proficient in use of ERP system (Axional)
• Management of consumables and conduct stocktakes in line with iPP policies
• To assist in Clinical trials in areas of responsibility as directed.
• Initiate changes in procedures or policies to induce service development
• Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff and enter the information in the CAPA module of Q-pulse in a timely manner.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MSc Degree, accredited by the Healthcare Professions Council and IBMS.
• HCPC Registration
• Completed IBMS specialist portfolio in Microbiology/Virology or equivalent (if registration post 2004)
• Management qualification to ILM level 3 or relevant experience

Desirable

• IBMS membership

Experience

Essential

• Significant demonstrable broad based experience as a specialist BMS
• High degree of accuracy, numeracy, interpretive skills and good problem-solving skills.
• Good knowledge and experience of computer Laboratory Information Systems and applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Statistical Packages.
• An advanced understanding of theoretical and practical Biomedical Sciences and technically adept at majority of routine and advanced laboratory procedures.

Desirable

• Development of special interest and expertise in one or more areas of the laboratory, for example Quality, Health & Safety, Training or IT

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Able to work independently, implements and proposes changes to procedures for own work area.
• Demonstrates a sound understanding of the physiology, pathology, and scientific principles relevant to specialism
• Demonstrates a high degree of skill and knowledge where interpretation of results can be highly subjective

Desirable

• Leadership qualities with experience of coaching, coordinating and supervising a team

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Integrated Pathology Partnerships Limited

Address

Southwest Pathology Services

Lisieux Way

Taunton

TA1 2LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://synlab.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)