Job summary
This role is located in a British Overseas Territory, therefore UK legislation such as the Data Protection Act (2018) and the Equality Act (2010), or similar, may not apply.
Are you looking for a new adventure with an excellent work life balance in a safe, unique, beautiful and community focused setting?
Do you want to work as a multi-skilled Biomedical Scientist, with responsibility for the provision of a high quality clinical diagnostic pathology service, within in a friendly and supportive team which provides excellent care for patients and clients? Then this is the job for you.
The Pathology Department is unique as a multidisciplinary establishment covering Haematology, Blood Transfusion, Biochemistry, Microbiology (including Parasitology), and Serology. In addition, Microbiological testing of food, water and environmental samples for specific target organisms is carried out.
If you are an enthusiastic, Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) (UK) Registered Bio Medical Scientist with experience of working in the NHS who holds specialise level qualifications in Microbiology & knowledge of Haematology and Biochemistry who is looking for a new challenge then we would like to hear from you.
In return we offer: A competitive salary package, an outstanding work life balance, 6 weeks paid annual leave, plus 11 days Public Holidays and a flight and relocation package.
Main duties of the job
The main duties will consist of maintaining and adhering to the quality management system, deputising for the Laboratory Manager as well as helping cover the microbiology service in all areas, which includes but is not limited to plate reading, in house media production, stock takes and stock orders.
External Quality Assessment (EQA) and Internal Quality Control (IQC) review and performance to lead quality meetings monthly, help to prepare for yearly the UK accreditation service visits and guide UK accreditation service through our paperwork and methodology.
About us
The Health and Social Services Directorate, Falkland Islands provides emergency, primary, secondary and community healthcare as well as social services assistance, support, and advice. Most health services are based at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital (KEMH) which is the Islands only hospital and is based in the capital Stanley. We serve the local community of about 3,700 residents, short-term residents and visitors.
The Falkland Islands are an unique natural environment located in the South Atlantic, 8,000 miles south of the UK mainland, which is a British overseas territory with a full internal self-government. The Islands boasts unspoilt beaches, outstanding wildlife, and stunning landscapes with a good work/life balance. Stanley is a friendly and busy city with a wide range of amenities and a variety of clubs and associations. Our vacancies are in our local currency, Falkland Islands pound (FKP), which is directly equal to the U.K. pound (GBP).
The hospital environment is one in which clinical staff have the time, resources, and support to provide the highest standards of care and to develop their careers. In addition to being supported to practise with a broad scope, clinical staff are encouraged and assisted to develop particular areas of clinical expertise.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role itself has a dual function. It will be responsible for the implementation of, adherence to and maintenance of the laboratory quality management system (Food, Water & Environmental section and Clinical Pathology section) which is essential for maintaining accreditation.
As a multi-skilled Biomedical Scientist, the post holder will also be responsible for the provision of a high quality clinical, diagnostic pathology service that meets appropriate standards, equivalent to (as far as reasonably practicable) ISO 15189 and ensures the provision of multi-disciplinary pathology on-call provision and food and water testing services.
Accreditation of the Laboratory for Food and water testing (ISO17025) is essential to Falkland Islands Fish and Meat export business and this role plays a key part in delivering this accreditation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role itself has a dual function. It will be responsible for the implementation of, adherence to and maintenance of the laboratory quality management system (Food, Water & Environmental section and Clinical Pathology section) which is essential for maintaining accreditation.
As a multi-skilled Biomedical Scientist, the post holder will also be responsible for the provision of a high quality clinical, diagnostic pathology service that meets appropriate standards, equivalent to (as far as reasonably practicable) ISO 15189 and ensures the provision of multi-disciplinary pathology on-call provision and food and water testing services.
Accreditation of the Laboratory for Food and water testing (ISO17025) is essential to Falkland Islands Fish and Meat export business and this role plays a key part in delivering this accreditation.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of five years post registration experience of working as a qualified biomedical scientist, in a hospital laboratory
- At least 1 years demonstrable supervisory and managerial experience
- An understanding and in-depth knowledge of quality management principles, quality management systems and the requirements of laboratory accreditation
- Experience of developing, implementing and managing formally recognised Quality Systems e.g. UKAS ISO15189
- Evidence of successful implementation of change management programmes
- Involvement in Quality Management (QM) and Quality Control (QC) and assurance systems and demonstrable experience of effective QM supervision and expert knowledge of QM and document control
- Evidence of using technical experience and expertise to assess new and existing systems and processes to innovate and initiate change in laboratory practice and experience in critically assessing current ways of working and in reduction of Risk
- Experience of conducting assessments that ensure safe and efficient working practice
- Previous experience of participation in audit process ideally UKAS
- Advanced level of understanding of complex and intricate/complex analytical instruments that require maintenance, calibration, internal and external controls
- Experience of planning and project management
- Competent in the use of standard ITC software packages such as Word, Excel, Access etc
- Excellent practical laboratory skills and manual dexterity
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proven ability to work accurately and efficiently
- Excellent time management skills in order to work on several different projects at the same time and prioritise tasks to meet pressing deadlines while maintaining standards of service
- Flexibility and the ability to work with a range of equipment and techniques
- Clear ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally
- Proven ability to work effectively autonomously or as part of a team
- Sound coaching and mentoring skills
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of leading a laboratory service to unconditional UKAS accreditation and/or compliance with BSQR 2005
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary laboratory
- Previous experience of the Gael Q-Pulse document control management system or similar systems
- Previous experience of working with Laboratory information systems
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Biomedical Sciences or related subject
- Masters Degree (or evidence of sufficient post degree professional experience working at this level)
- Registered as a Member of the Health Care Professions Council (UK) - licence to practice
- Participation in post registration development training (CPD) and evidence of professional competency
Desirable
- Management qualification e.g. DHSM/DMS and /or relevant management training
- Chartered Scientist
- Fellow of the Institute of the Biomedical Sciences (IBMS)
- Auditor Qualification
- Qualifications in quality or project management (e.g. IBMS certificate in QM, Lean Sigma Six or PRINCE2)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of five years post registration experience of working as a qualified biomedical scientist, in a hospital laboratory
- At least 1 years demonstrable supervisory and managerial experience
- An understanding and in-depth knowledge of quality management principles, quality management systems and the requirements of laboratory accreditation
- Experience of developing, implementing and managing formally recognised Quality Systems e.g. UKAS ISO15189
- Evidence of successful implementation of change management programmes
- Involvement in Quality Management (QM) and Quality Control (QC) and assurance systems and demonstrable experience of effective QM supervision and expert knowledge of QM and document control
- Evidence of using technical experience and expertise to assess new and existing systems and processes to innovate and initiate change in laboratory practice and experience in critically assessing current ways of working and in reduction of Risk
- Experience of conducting assessments that ensure safe and efficient working practice
- Previous experience of participation in audit process ideally UKAS
- Advanced level of understanding of complex and intricate/complex analytical instruments that require maintenance, calibration, internal and external controls
- Experience of planning and project management
- Competent in the use of standard ITC software packages such as Word, Excel, Access etc
- Excellent practical laboratory skills and manual dexterity
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proven ability to work accurately and efficiently
- Excellent time management skills in order to work on several different projects at the same time and prioritise tasks to meet pressing deadlines while maintaining standards of service
- Flexibility and the ability to work with a range of equipment and techniques
- Clear ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally
- Proven ability to work effectively autonomously or as part of a team
- Sound coaching and mentoring skills
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of leading a laboratory service to unconditional UKAS accreditation and/or compliance with BSQR 2005
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary laboratory
- Previous experience of the Gael Q-Pulse document control management system or similar systems
- Previous experience of working with Laboratory information systems
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Biomedical Sciences or related subject
- Masters Degree (or evidence of sufficient post degree professional experience working at this level)
- Registered as a Member of the Health Care Professions Council (UK) - licence to practice
- Participation in post registration development training (CPD) and evidence of professional competency
Desirable
- Management qualification e.g. DHSM/DMS and /or relevant management training
- Chartered Scientist
- Fellow of the Institute of the Biomedical Sciences (IBMS)
- Auditor Qualification
- Qualifications in quality or project management (e.g. IBMS certificate in QM, Lean Sigma Six or PRINCE2)
