Job summary
Senior Biomedical Scientist
Department of Microbiology
Band 7 pro rata if part-time
Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
The Microbiology Department at Milton Keynes Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is part of an ever growing UKAS accredited Pathology Department.
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, energetic, and highly motivated HCPC registered Advanced Biomedical Scientist to join our Microbiology laboratory team. The successful candidate would have completed an MSc in Biomedical Sciences or FIBMS in Microbiology and an IBMS Specialist Portfolio with significant demonstrable competency, experience, and decision-making ability at the required level.
The department is very passionate about staff development, you will have the opportunity to get first-hand experience in departments Management and Service Development while leading a team of highly motivated staff.
The department provides good opportunities for CPD and ongoing education/training relevant to the job role will be supported. The laboratory is also a part of South 4 Pathology Partnership Network and works very closely with other Network laboratories.
If you think this opportunity is for you, call us for an informal chat.
For more information, please contact Rizalea Echaluse, Chief BMS on 01908 995781 or Imran Sheikh, Laboratory Manager on 01908 995790.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
To provide day to day operational management of a section of Microbiology Laboratory ensuring the department's QMS, staff, equipment and materials are managed to deliver a safe high-quality laboratory service. Provide specialist knowledge & management applicable to the section. Develop and implement new processes/technologies as required whileproviding leadership for laboratory's bands 3-6. Support the provision of a 24/7 laboratory service (as and when required by the management team).
Deputise from among the Senior BMS group in the absence of the Chief BMS always ensuring sufficient knowledge of departments affairs.
The ideal applicant for this role will need to be a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, familiar with Quality Assurance, Quality Management & LIMS with a genuine desire to learn new skills and develop.
You will also have the responsibility for maintaining the existing Quality Management System, UKAS accreditation, HSE requirements, staff training, validating, and authorising investigations, troubleshooting but most importantly providing a safe and quality lead patient service.
You will be required to support a 24/7 service which involves working core, evenings and nightshifts over weekdays, weekends, and public holidays.
About us
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible workingopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients.
The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead/manage lab section(s) to achieve operational goals, organisational objectives, and other requirements of service users.
Deputise for the Chief Biomedical Scientist when requested.
Provide line management for Biomedical Scientist and support staff within the section; leading and motivating staff to deliver optimal performance.
Supervise and participate in the examination of clinical specimens in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures, including interpretation of results, in an efficient, effective, and safe manner.
Provide technical advice and interpretation of laboratory investigations to healthcare professionals as required (refer clinical advice to the lab.
Assist in developing and maintaining training programs for all laboratory staff especially those applicable to the section supervised.
Assist the laboratorys training lead in ensuring that the IBMS training requirements for Biomedical Support Staff, HCPC Pre-Registration and Post Registration requirements are met.
Liaise with the laboratory Chief Biomedical Scientist and the Quality Officer (QO) to ensure maintenance of the Quality Management System, Health & Safety, and Staff Training of relevant section/department.
Be personally responsible for obtaining and maintaining HCPC state registration.
Please refer to the job description for further details
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead/manage lab section(s) to achieve operational goals, organisational objectives, and other requirements of service users.
Deputise for the Chief Biomedical Scientist when requested.
Provide line management for Biomedical Scientist and support staff within the section; leading and motivating staff to deliver optimal performance.
Supervise and participate in the examination of clinical specimens in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures, including interpretation of results, in an efficient, effective, and safe manner.
Provide technical advice and interpretation of laboratory investigations to healthcare professionals as required (refer clinical advice to the lab.
Assist in developing and maintaining training programs for all laboratory staff especially those applicable to the section supervised.
Assist the laboratorys training lead in ensuring that the IBMS training requirements for Biomedical Support Staff, HCPC Pre-Registration and Post Registration requirements are met.
Liaise with the laboratory Chief Biomedical Scientist and the Quality Officer (QO) to ensure maintenance of the Quality Management System, Health & Safety, and Staff Training of relevant section/department.
Be personally responsible for obtaining and maintaining HCPC state registration.
Please refer to the job description for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent.
- IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma,
- Masters (or equivalent) or working towards. Evidence of CPD.
- Must have up to date knowledge of the technical processes used within the discipline including CL3 lab.
Desirable
- Holding or working towards a qualification that supports management responsibilities such as health and safety, training officer, or quality management associated with the post.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 years post registration experience at least two of which should be at a specialist level
- Highly specialist knowledge and experience across a range of work procedures and practices underpinned by theory and practice relevant to post
- Extensive practical experience in problem solving at CL2 & 3 levels.
- Experience of Pathology IT & Quality Management Systems
- Experience of performing and evaluating Risk Assessments, verification for new laboratory analysers and equipment
- Experience in laboratory Change Control processes
- Experience of resource/people/ complex rosters management
- Team leading/management experience
- Audit/validation & verification experience
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills written and verbal communications skills.
- Judgements involving a range of complex facts or situations, which require analysis, and decision making.
- Able to prioritise work needs and handling of complaints
- Able to carry out Staff planning for a section or specific team
- Requires highly developed physical skills, able to maintain concentration for prolonged periods at various tasks
- Able to participate in out of hours roster or other flexible working arrangements including nightshifts
- Self-motivated and proactive.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to work to tight and often challenging timescales.
- Ability to be flexible and respond to the needs of the service.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines where there are competing demands.
Personal and people development
Essential
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Professional, friendly, and approachable.
- Ability to work independently as well as being a strong team player.
- Credible and effective leadership qualities.
- Strives for excellence.
Communication
Essential
- Modifying and communicate arising situation, challenges appropriately
- Able to present complex information to colleagues with differing knowledge and abilities
- Able to effectively communicate with internal/external teams
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent.
- IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma,
- Masters (or equivalent) or working towards. Evidence of CPD.
- Must have up to date knowledge of the technical processes used within the discipline including CL3 lab.
Desirable
- Holding or working towards a qualification that supports management responsibilities such as health and safety, training officer, or quality management associated with the post.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 years post registration experience at least two of which should be at a specialist level
- Highly specialist knowledge and experience across a range of work procedures and practices underpinned by theory and practice relevant to post
- Extensive practical experience in problem solving at CL2 & 3 levels.
- Experience of Pathology IT & Quality Management Systems
- Experience of performing and evaluating Risk Assessments, verification for new laboratory analysers and equipment
- Experience in laboratory Change Control processes
- Experience of resource/people/ complex rosters management
- Team leading/management experience
- Audit/validation & verification experience
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills written and verbal communications skills.
- Judgements involving a range of complex facts or situations, which require analysis, and decision making.
- Able to prioritise work needs and handling of complaints
- Able to carry out Staff planning for a section or specific team
- Requires highly developed physical skills, able to maintain concentration for prolonged periods at various tasks
- Able to participate in out of hours roster or other flexible working arrangements including nightshifts
- Self-motivated and proactive.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to work to tight and often challenging timescales.
- Ability to be flexible and respond to the needs of the service.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines where there are competing demands.
Personal and people development
Essential
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Professional, friendly, and approachable.
- Ability to work independently as well as being a strong team player.
- Credible and effective leadership qualities.
- Strives for excellence.
Communication
Essential
- Modifying and communicate arising situation, challenges appropriately
- Able to present complex information to colleagues with differing knowledge and abilities
- Able to effectively communicate with internal/external teams
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
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).
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.
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).
