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Clinical Scientist
| Posting date: | 05 March 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 March 2025 |
| Location: | London, SE1 9RT |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | U9206-25-0012 |
Summary
The post holder will be expected to undertake the duties of a registered Clinical Scientist, performing a comprehensive range of tests, and carrying out analysis and reporting to support the provision of the Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Service (H&I). These include HLA genotyping, HLA antibody screening and identification, flow cytometric crossmatching of living and deceased donors and recipients, and patient registration and maintenance on the waiting list. They will be expected, with training, to develop the competence and confidence in order to perform these procedures with a minimum of supervision, working autonomously or as part of the team, rotating through the various sections of the department. The post holder would also be expected to take part in service development activities, directed research, training of junior staff and ensure the maintenance of service quality. Once fully trained and competency assessed the post holder will be expected to take part in the on-call service providing specialist H&I testing in support of the various transplant programmes supported by the laboratory. If you have any queries or would like to arrange an informal visit please contact Dr Olivia Shaw (olivia.shaw@synnovis.co.uk) or Corinna Freeman (corinna.freeman@synnovis.co.uk) Core Duties and Responsibilities To participate in the routine laboratory rotation. To test for HLA alleles using DNA-based methods. To test for HLA-specific antibodies using Luminex-based methods. To crossmatch renal transplant recipients with potential donors by flow cytometry. To participate in an on-call rota and liaise effectively with the renal transplant teams and ODT as necessary, providing appropriate clinical advice based on the results when required. Planning and participation in all aspects of work in the routine sections. Monitoring reagent and consumable stock levels, prepare reagents and ensure compliance with the use of the stock management system. To analyse tests performed in the prescribed manner. To report results for the tests performed in the prescribed manner. To support and facilitate the development of techniques as directed. To assist with the implementation of research. To take part in continuing professional development and remain HCPC registered. To assist with the training of junior staff and visiting trainees. To participate in laboratory and clinical audit. To ensure safe working practice and implementation of COSHH and other regulations in accordance with the relevant codes of practice in the Department. Assist in reviewing SOPs when required and making change requests when appropriate. Troubleshooting for Luminex, Flow cytometers and other laboratory equipment, and liaising with company representatives when required. Ensuring that all equipment within the relevant sections is well maintained and highlighting potential problems with the section leads when appropriate. Use Q-pulse regularly to acknowledge documents and report non-conformances. Take responsibility for work undertaken and ensuring that all work is carried out to a high standard, complying with the current SOPs and working practices. Adhere to HR and other Synnovis policies and procedures. Ensure that professional knowledge is continuously updated and training undertaken if appropriate. Participate in an annual individual performance review process where objectives will be agreed, performance monitored and personal development needs discussed. To participate in regular competency assessments including both being assessed and assessing others, and participate in both IQA and EQA schemes. Synnovis is a pathology partnership between SYNLAB UK and Ireland, and the NHS, including sites, Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust and Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, to deliver and transform pathology services across South East London. The partnership provides services to 1.7 million people living in South East London, as well as to hundreds of thousands of patients from outside the region who use local healthcare services. The partnership provides diagnostics, testing and digital pathology for hospital trusts, GP services and other healthcare providers. Guys and St Thomas Hospital Foundation Trust is a major emergency and specialist teaching Trust which has all the specialties associated with a fascinating and career defining case load including: Womens Services, Fetal Medicine, Haematology, Oncology, Transplantation, and is also home to the Evelina Childrens Hospital and the Cancer Centre on the Guys site. You will be close to the vibrant Borough Market and the South Bank, which are exceptional London locations; perfect places to work and relax next to such iconic venues as Big Ben, The London Eye and The Shard!