Role: Technical Assessor – Consultant Immunologist (Independent Contract)
Location:UK-Wide Coverage, Remote Role with Site Visits
UKAS is actively seekingConsultant Immunologiststo join our team asTechnical Assessorsin the immunology sector, lending their specialist expertise toISO 15189:2022 assessmentsof medical laboratories across the UK.
This independent contract role is crafted specifically for Consultant Immunologists with a strong grounding in laboratory standards and clinical practices.
About the Role
As a Technical Assessor, you will be part of a dedicated team responsible for evaluating medical laboratories and POCT services to ensure compliance with ISO 15189:2022 standards. In this role, you will:
- Observe and assess immunology-specific tests conducted in laboratories.
- Review examination records, reports, and lab procedures, providing detailed feedback on staff competency and compliance.
- Examine essential laboratory documentation and records to confirm system implementation, focusing on competency records, EQA/IQC processes, and critical validation and verification records for immunology testing.
Your insights will play a key role in helping laboratories uphold exceptional standards of accuracy, reliability, and compliance in immunology.
Key Competencies:
- Experience in providing specialist clinical care for patients with primary and secondary immunodeficiency, autoimmune conditions, and allergic diseases.
- Significant experience in a clinical laboratory environment and/or delivering a clinical reporting service.
- Registration with a relevant professional body (desirable).
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate effectively with laboratory staff, management, and clients at all levels.
Required Skills:
- Familiarity with ISO 15189 (2012 or 2022 versions); full training will be provided.
- Some experience in internal or external auditing.
Becoming a UKAS Technical Assessor offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to leverage your expertise in immunology, contributing to high standards of laboratory quality and compliance across the sector.
To find out more about the opportunity follow the link:
https://www.ukas.com/about-us/careers/independent-technical-assessors/
Candidate privacy notice link:
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