Job summary
The Royal Marsden NHS Trust is the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe with a national and international reputation for high quality patient care, research, development and education. Our Laboratories are situated on 3 sites; two in Central London (Chelsea and Cavendish Sq) and one at Sutton in Surrey.
There is now a full time, 1-year fixed term, vacancy for a newly qualified, HCPC registered, Band 5 BMS in the Biochemistry Department based at our Chelsea site. Rotations to Cavendish Square and Sutton may be required according to service needs. The successful candidate will be expected to rotate through all area of Biochemistry developing their knowledge and experience as a BMS and with the support of the Seniors and Clinical teams.
Our main analytical platforms in Biochemistry (Chelsea) are the Ortho Vitro 5600. Previous experience using these analysers might be advantageous, but training will be provided if required.
The successful candidate may be required to participate in our on-call system after extensive training and once sufficient exposure has been achieved.
The Blood Sciences laboratories have accreditation by UKAS under ISO15189. The Trust and department encourage and support continuing professional and personal development and Pathology runs a CPD Club.
Thank you for your interest in working for The Royal Marsden, I wish you every success in your application.
For further information please contact Paul Wadham, Blood Sciences Lab Manager, 020 7808 2606.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for carrying out analytical work. The post holder will rotate through all sections of the department. The key working relationships will be with staff in Biochemistry, Blood Transfusion and Haematology, but the post holder will be expected to liaise with staff throughout Pathology and the Trust.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
- To receive, centrifuge and record all samples in accordance to local SOPs including those being referred to other laboratories.
- To process all samples that require further action, informing users when required in accordance with SOP.
- To ensure knowledge of all instrumentation across the different sections in Biochemistry is up to date.
- To be competent to operate the laboratory equipment to deliver an excellent analytical service.
- To prepare analysers: daily start up, routine maintenance, run controls, check within limits and action appropriately.
- To monitor analysers continuously throughout the day, running control samples as necessary.
- To load specimens into racks, selecting appropriate tests on analyser software and start analyser processing
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
- To receive, centrifuge and record all samples in accordance to local SOPs including those being referred to other laboratories.
- To process all samples that require further action, informing users when required in accordance with SOP.
- To ensure knowledge of all instrumentation across the different sections in Biochemistry is up to date.
- To be competent to operate the laboratory equipment to deliver an excellent analytical service.
- To prepare analysers: daily start up, routine maintenance, run controls, check within limits and action appropriately.
- To monitor analysers continuously throughout the day, running control samples as necessary.
- To load specimens into racks, selecting appropriate tests on analyser software and start analyser processing
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent)
- HCPC Registration
- IBMS accredited degree
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration study
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a diagnostic laboratory
- Able to work to deadlines
- Able to understand / follow SOPs
- Full understanding of EQA & IQC and there implications
Desirable
- Able to technically validate laboratory results
- Full understanding of laboratory H&S procedures
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of working well in a team
- Ability to demonstrate self-motivation
- Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
- Computer Literacy (eg: Microsoft Word and Outlook)
- Evidence of commitment to customer care initiatives
- Ability to perform complex scientific calculations and data analysis
- Good judgement, analytical, perceptive, eye for detail
Desirable
- Self-confident, contributes to laboratory meetings
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent)
- HCPC Registration
- IBMS accredited degree
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration study
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a diagnostic laboratory
- Able to work to deadlines
- Able to understand / follow SOPs
- Full understanding of EQA & IQC and there implications
Desirable
- Able to technically validate laboratory results
- Full understanding of laboratory H&S procedures
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of working well in a team
- Ability to demonstrate self-motivation
- Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
- Computer Literacy (eg: Microsoft Word and Outlook)
- Evidence of commitment to customer care initiatives
- Ability to perform complex scientific calculations and data analysis
- Good judgement, analytical, perceptive, eye for detail
Desirable
- Self-confident, contributes to laboratory meetings
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
