Job title: Specialist Biomedical Scientist

BASE: Your primary base will be Pathology at Leicester Royal Infirmary.

GRADE: Band 6

REPORTS TO: Team Leader

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Department Service Manager

Main duties of the job

We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist (BMS) to work as part of our Routine Chemistry team within Blood Sciences.

The ideal candidates must be HCPC registered, will have completed a Specialist Portfolio (or equivalent) in their respective discipline and have demonstrated ability and knowledge at that level for at least 24 months. Candidates may also be considered who have started their Specialist Portfolio.

With a passion for Chemistry you will be an experienced Biomedical Scientist who will join our team at an exciting time of change and modernisation. You will help to support the team to embed our quality culture into everyday practices through your understanding of UKAS IS0 15189 standards and how these impact on a clinical laboratory.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate an ongoing commitment to continued training and education.

The role includes an on call service across the 24/7 period. You must be able to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills, a flexible approach in line with the Trust agenda of service reconfiguration and be capable of working accurately and efficiently under pressure. Previous experience with Pathology computer systems for Blood Sciences is essential.

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Carry out all laboratory analyses associated with the post, including reporting results, maintaining appropriate records and documentation.
• Undertake specialised analytical work in designated areas of the department.
• Participate in the departments rosters as required.
• Take delegated responsibility for the supervision, training and coaching of staff.
• Maintain ongoing Professional Portfolio and update Professional Development Plan. Undertake courses and other activities to satisfy HCPC Continuing Professional Development requirements.
• Assist the department with the continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• State Registered BMS (HCPC)
• Has completed the IBMS Specialist Portfolio or equivalent

Desirable

• Has started IBMS Specialist Portfolio

Experience

Essential

• Diagnostic laboratory experience of at least Minimum 12 months post State Registration experience
• Evidence of authorisation of patient results in relevant discipline in NHS.
• Evidence of lone working in relevant discipline.

Desirable

• Demonstrates knowledge of advanced techniques
• Diagnostic laboratory experience of at least Minimum 24 months post State Registration experience

Communication and relationship

Essential

• Able to communicate clearly and concisely,

Analytical and Judgement skill

Essential

• Experience in technical validation of Chemistry results

Desirable

• Experience of troubleshooting appropriate laboratory instrumentation

Planning and organisation skil

Essential

• Able to plan own work activities and those of supervised staff

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester Royal Infirmary

Leicester

LE1 5WW

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