Job Summary
As a Biomedical Scientist the post holder will be expected to work within the professional standards as a registrant of the Health Professions Council (HPC) and maintain a portfolio of evidence supporting Continuing Professional development (CPD).
The post holder will be required to conform to agreed standard operational procedures, policies and good laboratory practice and also within their work duties comply with the standards as required of ISO15189:2012 and Clinical Pathology Accreditation (UK).
This post is associated with the implementation of a high level of advance practitioner specimen dissection as part of the IBMS/RCPath portfolio of excellence.
Main duties of the job
To develop and maintain advance practitioner (AP) cut up as the area of specialist interest and contribute to its implementation and development.
To undertake AP cut up of fresh and fixed bone and soft tissue surgical specimens as part of the department’s rota in conjunction with the deputy laboratory manager.
To be responsible for and undertake appropriate training and competency for AP dissection as laid out in the IBMS/RCPath portfolio of excellence and complete within two years of taking the post.
To deliver a range of scientific work demanding skilled performance working with some autonomy but within the overall responsibility of the head of department.
To oversee, coordinate and manage the daily workload in the laboratory.
To supervise and coordinate activities of the BMS staff and junior lab staff. Provide training of BMS/lab staff in laboratory techniques and processes.
Person Specification
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Enthusiastic and pro-active attitude
- Approachable and reassuring.
- Works effectively independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent numeracy and literacy.
Desirable
- Resilient when working in a busy and time-sensitive environment.
- Supports team members to deliver a common goal.
- Communicates complex or sensitive information clearly and concisely.
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- A BSc degree or equivalent in biological/biomedical sciences or a related subject
- Experience of carrying out routine laboratory tasks by following SOPs
- Understands basic Health and Safety in healthcare/laboratory environments.
- Aware of the Human Tissue Authority (HTA).
- Experience of working in a customer-facing environment.
- An interest in pursuing a career in science/healthcare/research related work.
Desirable
- An MSc degree in a related subject
- PCR -based assays
- Experience of extracting DNA/RNA using standard kits
- Cutting tissue sections by microtomy/cryotomy
- Aware of confidentiality and data protection in relation to patient information
- Experience of working in a patient-facing environment
Analytical & Judgment Skills
Essential
- Able to make basic decisions when comparing data/information.
- Meticulous attention to detail and accurate data recording.
- Produces reliable work and keeps accurate records
Desirable
- Able to analyse more complex data or situations.
Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential
- Reliable and punctual.
- Prioritises tasks and organises daily workload to deliver work to deadlines.
- Works flexibly and adapts to change
IT skills
Essential
- Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office suite etc. -to be tested during probationary period). Experience of using databases to search for information.
- Confident using basic Microsoft Excel functions to record and filter data.
Desirable
- Experience of using Microsoft Excel formulae/functions to analyse data.
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.
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).
Closing Date: 21 November 2024
