Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) - Cellular Pathology

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Scientific and Technical Duties
To be proficient in designated areas of diagnostic work within the department and to provide a comprehensive and appropriate laboratory service to patients and staff.
To undertake a range of diagnostic tests and screening procedures through to initial interpretation.
To ensure that test procedures are carried out according to SOPs, assess that other junior staff are competent and participate in their regular review and update.
To undertake technical validation of highly complex results from laboratory investigations to ensure accuracy and precision as specified by laboratory protocols.
To measure and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures.
To carry out corrective action when quality control and assurance procedures indicate loss of performance.
To take part in duties without supervision at a level of autonomy requiring decision making but can refer to more senior or medical staff for support.
Ensure that documentation is maintained to the Trust standard (including electronic records).

Please refer to the attached job description and specification for more information

Person specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential criteria
An honours degree or equivalent in a biological science
HCPC Registration
Hold the IBMS Specialist Diploma in relevant discipline or equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice
Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria
Proven experience post HCPC registration in the relevant discipline
Excellent working knowledge of specialist subject in relevant discipline
Evidence of continuing professional development
Knowledge of health and safety issues
Experience of quality management systems
Skills and Abilities

Essential criteria
Practical specialist analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software
Accuracy and attention to detail
Able to follow written Application form Interview/test/references Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Histology) Version 4 JD007 Author: Robin Whittaker & Lisa Noble methodologies or protocols
Able to work as part of a team
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work
Intermediate level of computer skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Use of enhanced pathology computer systems
Other relevant requirements

Essential criteria
Good hand eye co-ordination
Able to perform light physical work.
Capable of intense periods of concentration
We expect all our staff to share the values that are important to the trust - being excellent, kind, responsible and respectful - and behave in a way that reflects these. More information on the vision and values of St. George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is attached below.

Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient applicants are received. Please check your email regularly as all candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted and informed by email.

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  Documents to download
  
  Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Cellular Pathology (PDF, 268.2KB)
  Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Cellular Pathology) (PDF, 268.2KB)
  Referee Contact details form (PDF, 200.6KB)
  
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