Band 7 Senior Biomedical Scientist
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Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Training Lead to join our busy, friendly team to work in our progressive laboratories. The post holder will be based in the Cellular Pathology Department, within Laboratory Medicine which is situated across the four main sites of UHB i.e. QEHB, BHH, GHH and SH.
The post holder will have responsibility for the implementation, support delivery and maintenance of the training and competency assessment system across the department, including the support of personnel undertaking professional or academic development programmes. Such initiatives are deemed necessary to achieve and maintain compliance with UKAS, relevant ISO, HTA and Safety Regulations including workforce development to help business continuity. They shall have a vital role in the maintenance of training status for professional training with the IBMS. It is envisaged that this role will constitute 80 per cent of the post holder's time. 20 per cent of the time will be based in the laboratory enabling the individual to maintain their training and competency as required for statutory registration. The post holder will hold or be working towards a training qualification such as the IBMS Certificate of Expert Practice in Training.
Main duties of the job
The post is expected to provide leadership, advice, and direction to staff and users on matters relating to practice, education, training, and competency. The post holder will develop in collaboration with relevant experts, discipline and role specific training and competency plans for scientific, technical and support roles of all grades within the department, inclusive of those on Honorary Contract.
The department is undergoing several major tranformations with Digital Pathology , a new Managed Service Contract, and the integration of a new LIMS system. The training lead is expected to be highly involved in the implementation of these projects.
This is a cross-site role involving the participation and organisation of Cellular Pathology laboratories at Heartlands, QE, Good Hope and Solihull sites. The post holder will be required to train and motivate staff to deliver a high quality consistent diagnostic service. To coordinate training for all approved personnel, working towards a professional or academic qualification from within and external to the Trust. The postoholder is excpected to ensure effective staff rotation throughout the department as a function of individual training requirements.
The postholder will manage and ensure records of training and competency assessment for all members of staff are maintained to a high level.
About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.
Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.
UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.
University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.
Details
Date posted
14 August 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£43,742 to £50,056 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
304-55452YS
Job locations
Trustwide
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trustwide
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
Employer's website
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