Advanced Biomedical Scientist and QCO - Cellular Pathology
Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 30 Mehefin 2025 |
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Cyflog: | £54,320.00 i £60,981.00 bob blwyddyn |
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £54320.00 - £60981.00 a year |
Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
Dyddiad cau: | 13 Gorffennaf 2025 |
Lleoliad: | London, EC1V 2PD |
Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
Cyfeirnod swydd: | C9273-25-0195 |
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MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure that documentation is maintained to the Unit standard (including electronic records). To demonstrate awareness and compliance with Moorfields policies, procedures, guidelines and standards. To work towards promoting this to others. Identify and report clinical and non-clinical risks so that appropriate action can be taken in accordance with the risk management policy. To plan and prioritise the scientific workload of the section on a day-to-day basis. To provide a comprehensive and appropriate laboratory service to patients and staff. To possess highly developed, advanced specialist scientific skills, and use these to drive innovation and improvement of the unit. To ensure that the laboratory standard operational and health and safety policies are understood and carried out by all staff, always. Responsible for the maintenance, condition, quality control and record keeping of stains, instruments, solutions and equipment associated with the unit. Leading on and monitoring all aspects of Quality Management and Audit within the Unit. To be proactive in the generation and updating of all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and associated documentation. To assist in the implementation and development of new and existing techniques and the validation steps commensurate with those methodologies. Assist in the implementation, development and evaluation of new and existing techniques. Responsible for the maintenance and calibration of equipment, particularly when working autonomously. Adaptation of methodologies and working practices as required, in both foreseen and unforeseen circumstances. Maintain, update and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills, at first under supervision, enabling standards to be monitored constantly and improved where necessary. Record and report incidents/complaints involving staff, specimens and visitors in accordance with local policies and may lead in any investigations as required. To provide scientific advice and act as a resource both internally and externally. To maintain an awareness of current developments especially with regard to any special areas of responsibility. Maintain, update and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills by participating in the Appraisal process and Objective setting. Be familiar with, and follow all, core policies such as sickness reporting, annual leave requesting, health and safety and so forth. Be familiar with the Health and Safety policies of Moorfields and the unit and ensure that they are followed to maintain a safe working environment for all employees and visitors. Participate fully as a team member, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, including support staff to promote a cohesive laboratory team and the achievement of team objectives. Deputise for the line Manager as required. The supervision of all grades of scientific and support staff in the section. Undertake the appraisal of other members of staff through the Appraisal process as required. Responsible for the conduct of all staff being supervised in respect to their timekeeping, behaviour and safety. Report any problems to the line manager, should they arise. Must develop and improve scientific expertise, which may be via Continuing Professional Development (CPD) within an appraisal and/or competency programme. Maintain a portfolio of relevant developments achieved. To participate in the organisation of scientific teaching programmes. Design and deliver training to staff within the unit - both junior and research staff. Undertake suitable training and development programmes to successfully acquire core competencies and thereafter maintain the required standards of competence when undertaking duties. Maintain your Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Responsibility- Information Resources Undertake relevant training for electronic information systems in place (and under development) and be familiar and proficient with the use of the information technology systems within the unit. To have an active e-mail account. To ensure that information technology is not used for nefarious activities, in line with Moorfields policies. Ensure the continued compliance with both National and International Information Governance requirements and legislation. Maintain patient records to the standard always demanded by the DEP and to ensure that RCPath guidance is adhered to always. Responsibility- Patient / Client Care To enter patient information and test results onto the laboratory information system safely and reliably. To always maintain patient confidentiality, ensuring appropriate Governance is observed. To always handle and care for patient samples with the upmost respect and dignity. To deal with requests from Patients, Clinicians and others with courtesy and politeness, regardless of the situation. Responsibility- Research and development Participate in the collection of audit and research data and undertake evaluation as required. To validate and verify equipment, methods and protocols within specialist section(s). To undertake a supervisory role and help to lead research projects within the unit. To deliver research histology to the standard demanded by the DEP. To deal with research staff with professionalism and courtesy, regardless of the situation. Work independently, as a lead specialist in any one area and may manage a team. OTHER DUTIES: Be familiar with, and ensure compliance to, the Trusts Health & Safety and Infection Control policies. Maintain a safe working environment for self, all other staff members, patients, and their relatives. Keep areas clean and free from clutter. Report all adverse incidents via trust Safeguard reporting system. Keep up to date with all mandatory training. Attend regular staff meetings in the Pathology department. To be an active and engaged member of the team, helping wherever needed with good teamwork and bearing.