A vacancy exists for a band 5 HCPC registered biomedical scientist in the haematology department. This role will require the postholder to rotate through haematology, coagulation, and blood transfusion performing a wide range of investigations in a busy pathology department.

Main duties of the job

This post requires use of previous experience and developing new skills in line with the departmental training and competency framework. CPD is encouraged as part of this role.

The department is accredited to ISO 15189.2012 and BSQR 2005 and all staff are required to adhere to defined quality procedures and processes related to these. Additionally staff must work safely with potentially hazardous samples in line with laboratory COSHH and risk assessments.

The department operates 24/7 and is very busy so the postholder must be able to concentrate for extended time periods to successfully complete investigations and report results within laboratory turnaround times. Participation in this rota is required after suitable training. The postholder will be expected to be conversant with pathology IT systems and different types of automated analysers. Experience in blood film morphology is required.

About us

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Analysis of specimens according to defined protocols.

Monitoring and maintenance of analytical equipment.

Initial troubleshooting of analytical problems.

Compliance with laboratory health and safety policy including COSHH and risk assessments.

As an independent practitioner of biomedical science, responsible for efficient organisation of own workload, usually under the overall supervision of the Senior BMS and Lead BMS.

Adherence to quality control procedures.

Technical validation of analytical results using appropriate quality checks. Initiation of repeat analysis if appropriate. Referral of analytical problems to supervisor where appropriate.

Ensure patient confidentiality is upheld and information governance is adhered to.

Participation in rostered duties for delivery of the laboratory 24-hour service, according to the agreed contract. Participation in the out-of-hours service includes a duty to maintain continuous cover, including cover for sickness, in conjunction with the other participants.

Use of laboratory computer software as required, including data entry and validation, spreadsheets and word processing.

Documentation for UKAS including validation and verification data.

Ensuring the EQA samples are processed and reported in a timely manner.

Answer telephone enquiries for results, etc., and transfer calls appropriately.

Always maintain a professional approach to work and deal courteously with all enquiries.

Monitoring of stocks and spares, as required by Senior or Lead BMS.

Maintenance of knowledge and skills appropriate to haematology, including participation in the departmental training programme and CPD, attending mandatory training as required by Trust policy.

Teaching and training of trainee BMS and MLAs.

To assist in the evaluation of new methodologies and equipment.

To have a commitment to identify hazards, minimise risks, risk assessments, report all incidents and notify the manager of any risks that may need assessment.

To be aware of the responsibility of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors and staff.

To take an active part in the Laboratory Quality Management System and UKAS accreditation ensuring skills on EQMS are up to date.

The post-holder must at all times carry out their responsibilities with due regard to the Trust's Policies.

To ensure that all duties are performed to the highest possible standard and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work.

Participate in annual appraisal with your line manager, including a review of this Job Description.

Actively participate in Continuing Professional Development, maintaining a portfolio of evidence.

Undertake appropriate training and education in order to demonstrate and satisfy departmental competence standards

Any other duties consistent with this grade, as determined by the relevant supervisor, in relation to the smooth running of the department.

This job description is subject to annual review in consultation with the post-holder according to the departmental appraisal policy.

Statutory and Miscellaneous

Takes responsibility to ensure that Professional Registration is up to date at all times and does not lapse or expire and to inform line management immediately with any concerns of if registration lapses or expires (all registered staff).

The Trust requires all roles requiring DBS check, to have a satisfactory DBS recheck every three years (this frequency may be updated by the Trust)

Be responsible for maintaining own vaccinations that are applicable to the role.

Safeguard patient confidentiality at all times, including adherence to the Data Protection Act and Information Governance requirements.

Attend statutory and mandatory training and refresher courses as necessary.

Be aware of the responsibilities of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors and staff.

Ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiative within the area of work and the Trusts Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.

Have a commitment to identifying and minimising risk, report all incidents and report to the manager any risks which need to be assessed.

Any other duties commensurate with the grade and in line with the requirements of the post.

This job description reflects the present requirements of the post and it does not form part of the contract of employment. If the duties of the post change and develop the job description will be reviewed and will be subject to amendment, in consultation with the post holder. Appropriate notice of such changes will be given.

This post is subject to the terms and conditions of employment of Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• HCPC State Registered BMS
• Educated to BSc Hons (Biomedical sciences or Healthcare sciences)
• Evidence of NHS laboratory experience
• Evidence of working in haematology including blood film examination
• Safe handling biological material
• Knowledge of laboratory related H& S
• Understanding of results relating to direct patient care
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of concentration and to prioritise workload
• Good organisational skills
• Being able to work as a member of a team

Desirable

• Manual dexterity / hand eye co-ordination

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital NHS Trust

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

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