Biomedical Scientist
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 07 Gorffennaf 2025 |
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| Cyflog: | £37,338.00 i £44,962.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £37338.00 - £44962.00 a year |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 21 Gorffennaf 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Oxford, OX3 9DU |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | C9321-25-0865 |
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Clinical Provides general non-clinical advice, information or guidance to service users, particularly immediate colleagues, theatre staff, mortuary staff and other BMSs. Prepares and advises others on preparation of tissues for specialist neuropathology diagnostic techniques after training. Science and Technology Has a detailed knowledge and understanding of technical processes relating to the demonstration of normal and abnormal histology. Has a detailed and knowledge of the appropriate preparation of the different kinds of samples from specimen reception through to case dispatch to the consultants. This requires a high degree of concentration/experience to ensure accuracy, correct sample preparations are made, diagnostic tests controlled appropriately and test runs monitored for quality.. In rotation with other staff able to deliver the laboratory post mortem service. In rotation with other staff able to deliver the laboratory surgical histology service. Applies accurate and appropriate procedures according to clinical details or request from consultant. Uses and adheres to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and only amends these methods after prior agreement with staff. Ensures SOPs and policies in use within the department remain contemporary and relevant and assists in the development and review of SOPs. Applies appropriate quality control. Interprets the technical quality of results (Quality Assurance). Ensures records are maintained in order to audit quality of performance. Participates in National External Quality Assurance Scheme (NEQAS) tests and are submitted on time and to an appropriately high standard. Develops and maintains skills appropriate to the grade in order to provide the best possible laboratory service to our service users by participating in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities. Undertakes investigations as requested by the Laboratory Lead. Ensures the functioning of, and adequate maintenance of equipment. Informs the Laboratory Lead should remedial action be necessary. Attends user group meetings when directed by Laboratory Lead. Assists in the implementation of recommended change arising from new legislation. Maintains those levels of professional standards set by the Chief BMS and Lead Consultant. Contributes to the scientific understanding and development of the profession and departmental team. Ethical Strictly observes confidentiality of all information concerning patients and adheres to the Data Protection Act. Ensures BMSs and Medical Laboratory Assistants understand and comply with requirements of patient confidentiality. Represents the department to a high professional standard in conduct, manner and appearance and upholds Trust Core Values. Ensures that tissue is not used except for purposes consented by patients or next of kin. Maintains standards set by the Chief BMS. Appraisal Participates and meets agreed objectives identified in the Trust appraisal scheme. Ensures professional knowledge and skills are maintained by identifying and addressing own training needs. Assists Chief BMS in setting own objectives. Assists Chief BMS and Training Officer in planning objectives and suggesting training. Ensures that records are maintained in order to achieve the highest possible quality of performance and job satisfaction. Health and Safety Adheres to all safety legislation with particular regard to the Health and Safety in Work Act, COSHH and the principles of risk assessment and its management. Knowledge of chemical handling, storage and disposal. Assists in the implementation of recommended change arising from new legislation. Observes and adheres to all ORH corporate policies. Adheres to high standards of safety in carrying out duties within laboratory including annual attendance at fire lectures. Raises concerns on health and safety with the Safety officer or BMS 3. Participates in risk management of the department including the reporting of adverse incidents in accordance with Trust policy. Assists in any investigations. Collaborates with the senior staff to ensure a safe working environment for staff, patients and visitors and ensures that supervised staff comply with laboratory safety procedures. Reports all accidents to the BMS 3 and assists in any investigations in accordance with Trust policy. Performs laboratory housekeeping activities that assist safety in the laboratory. Managerial / Organisational Provides daily provision of a service of a section of the laboratory service on a rotational basis. Monitors the economical use of consumables within the Department and works with the Chief BMS to ensure that adequate supplies are available. Maintains appropriate records and statistics as directed by the Quality Manager. Assists in the induction, orientation and training of BMS and Medical Laboratory Assistant grades as directed by the Lab Lead. Offers opinions or advises the Chief BMS of new techniques, equipment and systems which could facilitate improved efficiency and quality. Alerts Lab Lead of any maintenance of the estate with special regard to staff safety and new developments. Communication Communicates with other staff and service users appropriately, effectively and efficiently either verbally, using email, faxes, SOPs, etc. to ensure an efficient service and positive working environment. Advises service users of appropriate method of preparation and transport of samples. Participates in education programmes. Information Technology Complies fully with legislation relating to data protection. Enters and retrieves data accurately and efficiently from FilemakerPro Neuropathology Surgical Reporting System, Post Mortem Reporting System, Brain Tissue archive System. Good working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook. Enters and retrieves data from other laboratory databases. Other When agreed with the Laboratory Manager to take part in a voluntary single discipline out of hours service. Complies with Working Time Directive. Duties outlined may change from time to time but be consistent with grade and in consultation with the Head of Department and Laboratory Manager.