Biomedical Scientist Stockton-on-Tees, England
Job description
The pathology departments at NTH and STH are working collaboratively to develop a joint service with services being delivered on both hospital sites. This will require cross site working as appropriate.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Biomedical Scientist to join our friendly Histology team. The modern, well equipped department processes approximately 23,000 specimens per annum, and provides a comprehensive service that includes Immunohistochemistry and HER2 testing.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified , HCPC state-registered Biomedical scientists. The successful applicant will rotate through all sections of the department.
The department operates between 07.00 - 18.00 Monday to Friday and the post holder is expected to work flexibly within these hours. In addition, the post holder is required to work a 1:6 Saturday rota. Saturday shifts are fixed 08.00-16.00 with the following Monday off.
The Department has UKAS accreditation and IBMS training approval and has a well-established CPD programme
To maintain an up to date knowledge base of methods in use within Histology and to be aware of scientific and technological advances within Histology.
Ensure all records, evaluations and data are recorded and maintained in compliance with standards set by accreditation providers
Process category A patient tissue samples and record associated clinical details as delegated by the consultant Histopathologist
At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones.
We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.
We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.
We actively encourage staff involvement with staff networking events and staff survey
“Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”
Job Description
1. Job Details
Job Title: Biomedical Scientist
Job Grade: Band 5
Department: Cellular Pathology
Directorate: Care Group 2 – Responsive Care
Location: University Hospital of North Tees
CRB Disclosure Level: N/A
1. Job Purpose
Under the direction of Histology Management and Senior Biomedical Scientist(s), the post holder will be required to perform the routine day to day operations within the Histology department, rotating between all sections within the specialty following approved methodologies and procedures. To assist in the training and development of Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Medical Laboratory Assistants and other staff grades according to departmental policy. It is expected that the post holder will work autonomously without direct supervision and participate in the departmental rota as appropriate to role and Band.
1. Key Result Areas
Human Resource Management
- Take responsibility for personal development and education and the development of a Personal Development Plan, ensuring goals are linked to business objectives, identify training requirements and attend mandatory and other training as required
- Tackle discrimination and harassment and promote equality and diversity in the workplace
- Demonstrate commitment to IWL principles and flexible working patterns to meet the needs of the service and needs of staff
- Assist in the supervision, training and coaching of more junior staff when required
- Carry out regular appraisals for delegated staff, ensuring business goals are clearly communicated and linked to objectives
- Maintain ongoing Professional Portfolio and update professional development plan undertaking courses and CPD activities to satisfy HCPC CPD requirements
- Reduce sickness absence; work place accidents; and promote zero tolerance on violence against staff
- Assist with the production, maintenance and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures using the QPulse Quality Management System as directed by senior staff.
- Perform risk assessments, COSHH assessments and incident reporting (Datix)
- Perform audit as directed by Senior BMS
- To promote lean working to ensure a safe, tidy, efficient workplace and to advise on improvements in own area completing quality improvement notes if appropriate
- Ensure accuracy of patient data recorded in the laboratory computer system
- Undertake quality control procedures and examine results to identify poor performance instigating appropriate action and bringing to the attention of senior staff
- Participate in laboratory departmental meetings providing information as requested by the Pathology Operational Manager
- Comply with all statutory and departmental safety regulations to reduce work place accidents
- Be aware of and adhere to trust policies including those related to discipline, grievance, attendance management, and health and safety.
- Maintain standards of laboratory policies and procedures to assist the department in meeting UKAS, SQAS and HTA standards.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory and legislative requirements including patient confidentiality and the Data Protection Act
- Participate in allocated work rotas, carrying out laboratory techniques in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
- Perform maintenance procedures on highly complex equipment requiring high levels of concentration and record all procedures undertaken
- Prioritise own work so that timely and accurate results are produced in order to achieve a high standard of diagnostic work which will contribute to optimal patient care
- Monitor quality control to ensure accurate results, taking appropriate remedial action and bringing to the attention of senior staff
- Participate in the critical evaluation of new equipment / procedures and investigate poorly performing laboratory methods reporting findings to the line manager
- To perform good stock control ensuring resources are used efficiently and order new stock in accordance with Trust Standing Financial Orders
- In conjunction with Senior BMS / Manager notify equipment / general building / fitting failures to the estates & facilities department
- To fully participate in the departmental rota as appropriate to role and Band. This may include shift working, weekend working, extended working day and out of hours cover applicable to the specific needs of the department
- To undertake training in new equipment and methodologies
- To deliver presentations to laboratory staff to fulfil CPD requirements
- Maintain up to date knowledge in area of expertise and to share this knowledge with other staff
- Ensure efficient use of equipment and reagents to maintain an accurate, cost effective service.
- To maintain an up to date knowledge base of methods in use within Histology and to be aware of scientific and technological advances within Histology.
- Ensure all records, evaluations and data are recorded and maintained in compliance with standards set by accreditation providers
- Process category A patient tissue samples and record associated clinical details as delegated by the consultant Histopathologist
- To be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene.
- Liaise with all members of the laboratory team and across the Pathology Directorate
- Communication of patients' results to service users including acute trust and primary care trust staff.
- Maintain regular communication with Departmental Head and Senior Biomedical Scientists in relation to training and work-related matters.
- Participate in laboratory meetings to ensure effective dissemination of information and discussion of problems relating to area of expertise.
- Providing training as required to laboratory staff in area of expertise.
- Treat all colleagues and laboratory users with courtesy and respect at all times as stated in Trust Personal Responsibility Framework.
- To maintain the agreed quality of personal performance within the discipline with specific reference to accuracy of specimen handling, analytical performance, data transcription and throughput of work.
- Prioritising work to ensure timely, accurate results for all laboratory users
This post is not deemed to require a Disclosure Check.
This job description is intended as a guide to the duties and responsibilities of the post and should not be regarded as a complete list of those required to be fulfilled under the ‘written statement of the main terms and conditions of employment’.
The contents may be amended from time to time subject to developing service needs although such amendment would occur following appropriate consultation with the postholder.
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Date Prepared:
Reviewed 20/09/2019 SP
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Annually at appraisal
Person Specification
Job Title: Biomedical Scientist Department: Histology
Grade: Band 5 Date Prepared: 24.10.17
Essential
Desirable
Measure
Qualifications
BSc Biomedical Science
HCPC registered
Application Form / Certificates
Experience
Experience of working in a clinical laboratory
Experience of working in a Histology department
Experience of Quality Management Systems
Microsoft Office
Application Form / interview and references
Skills /
aptitudes
Able to communicate and maintain good relations with all levels of staff
Self-motivated
Able to understand new technological advances
Team worker
Flexible approach to working hours
Willing to attend courses and conferences to keep up to date and disseminate knowledge
Negotiation and problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Familiar with LEAN principles
Application Form / interview and references
Disposition
Enthusiastic and forward looking
Focused on best interests of patients
Calm when under pressure
Excellent interpersonal skills
Positive attitude
Conscientious and tidy
Application Form / interview and references
