Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Clinical Biochemistry to join our Blood Sciences team based in Basildon.
Pathology First operates over three sites using a hub and spoke model. Our hub site offers a high throughput service for our non-urgent community work, and specialist testing for specific proteins. Our two hospital laboratories at Southend and Basildon provide urgent testing for acute admissions and inpatients. This role is mainly based in Basildon but will involve rotating across sites. Our laboratories receive approximately 1.2 million clinical biochemistry requests per year, on which we do approximately 12 million tests. The main analyser platforms are Beckman Coulter, fully tracked at the hub laboratory, backed up with Roche. The hospital repertoire includes CO2, lactate, osmolality, ammonia, bile acids, troponin T, BNP, xanthochromia, haematinics, therapeutic drugs, thyroid hormones, procalcitonin, prolactin, BHCG and cortisol. The hub laboratory repertoire is more extensive with three different immunoassay platforms. The main IT platform for all sites is Clinisys WinPath Enterprise.
Main duties of the job
You will need to be flexible to fit in with our multi-site, around the clock shift pattern (unsocial shifts attract additional payments). The environment is fast-paced offering a one-hour turnaround time to acute users, two hours for inpatients and four hours for community requests. You will require specialised knowledge and experience of laboratory techniques, analyser platforms and associated equipment. As a specialist you will independently validate all clinical biochemistry investigations. You will have a role in the training of less experienced employees, and you will be involved in quality management including auditing and document review. You will need to be conversant with the main laboratory information management system and middle-ware applications. We will consider sponsoring suitable employees on a relevant MSc course.
About us
At SYNLAB, we believe in nurturing a culture of well-being and ensuring our employees are supported both professionally and personally. Thats why were thrilled to offer an exhilarating rewards package, including our incredible Wellbeing Allowance worth up to £1,500 per annum for our esteemed team members working in Band 2 6 roles. Additionally, for band 5 & 6 roles, where night shift is part of the role requirements, you will receive enhanced night shift payment.
We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.
We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.
We reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Participate in and assist with clinical trials,
the development of new tests and research & validation of equipment
ensuring at all times compliance with all policies as required by regulatory
directives, accreditation bodies and local management policies and
practices.
To provide technical advice to clinical staff.
To perform and interpret routine and Specialist
Biomedical investigations and to participate daily in the scientific and
technical activities of the laboratory section under the supervision of
senior staff.
Together with Senior staff help ensure compliance
with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies
and local management, including.
iPP policies
MHRA
NHSCSP
HTA
HFEA
United
Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS)
Any
other body in area of responsibility
Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality
monitoring system and other application software according to authorised
protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the
laboratory, document review, non-conformance review and quality assurance
processes.
Communicate efficiently, courteously and with
clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods
referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include
complex information and/or results.
Attend and participate positively in laboratory
and other meetings as directed by Laboratory senior staff.
As directed by senior laboratory staff, plan and
prioritise work allocations, training plans, audits of both yourself and
junior staff, responding appropriately to the needs of routine and urgent
activities.
Encourage active participation in continuous
professional development and support the introduction of new technologies and
/ or systems by being a change advocate.
Report all incidents and adverse events to senior
staff.
Demonstrate
on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development)
activities.
Other:
Be an ambassador for Diversity and
Inclusion.
Communicate and role model the
values and behaviours of SYNLAB.
Communicate efficiently,
courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or
electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate.
Undertake any other reasonable
duty, when requested to do so by an appropriate manager.
Demonstrate on going competency
against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous
professional development) activities.
Complete all statutory, mandatory
and essential training within timeframes specified.
Safety:
Observe safety regulations and
attend mandatory fire, manual handling and other courses as required.
Report all incidents and adverse
events to managers and assist in the investigations of any incidents.
Participate in risk assessment
monitoring.
Ensure that the equipment within
area of work is maintained and operated as per SOPs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Participate in and assist with clinical trials,
the development of new tests and research & validation of equipment
ensuring at all times compliance with all policies as required by regulatory
directives, accreditation bodies and local management policies and
practices.
To provide technical advice to clinical staff.
To perform and interpret routine and Specialist
Biomedical investigations and to participate daily in the scientific and
technical activities of the laboratory section under the supervision of
senior staff.
Together with Senior staff help ensure compliance
with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies
and local management, including.
iPP policies
MHRA
NHSCSP
HTA
HFEA
United
Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS)
Any
other body in area of responsibility
Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality
monitoring system and other application software according to authorised
protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the
laboratory, document review, non-conformance review and quality assurance
processes.
Communicate efficiently, courteously and with
clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods
referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include
complex information and/or results.
Attend and participate positively in laboratory
and other meetings as directed by Laboratory senior staff.
As directed by senior laboratory staff, plan and
prioritise work allocations, training plans, audits of both yourself and
junior staff, responding appropriately to the needs of routine and urgent
activities.
Encourage active participation in continuous
professional development and support the introduction of new technologies and
/ or systems by being a change advocate.
Report all incidents and adverse events to senior
staff.
Demonstrate
on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development)
activities.
Other:
Be an ambassador for Diversity and
Inclusion.
Communicate and role model the
values and behaviours of SYNLAB.
Communicate efficiently,
courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or
electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate.
Undertake any other reasonable
duty, when requested to do so by an appropriate manager.
Demonstrate on going competency
against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous
professional development) activities.
Complete all statutory, mandatory
and essential training within timeframes specified.
Safety:
Observe safety regulations and
attend mandatory fire, manual handling and other courses as required.
Report all incidents and adverse
events to managers and assist in the investigations of any incidents.
Participate in risk assessment
monitoring.
Ensure that the equipment within
area of work is maintained and operated as per SOPs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC State Registration as a Biomedical Scientist with a Biomedical Science degree or equivalent and evidence of CPD
- IBMS Specialist Diploma in Clinical Biochemistry, or equivalent specialist qualifications
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years relevant experience post HPC registration as a BMS with on-going specialist training
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC State Registration as a Biomedical Scientist with a Biomedical Science degree or equivalent and evidence of CPD
- IBMS Specialist Diploma in Clinical Biochemistry, or equivalent specialist qualifications
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years relevant experience post HPC registration as a BMS with on-going specialist training
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).
