An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Biomedical Scientist Team Manager to join our small, friendly Point of Care Testing (POCT) team at The Christie Pathology Partnership. We proudly provide high-quality POCT services to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, Europe’s largest single-site cancer centre.
Our POCT repertoire includes blood gas analysers, glucose and ketone meters, Hemocue and Haemochron analysers.
The successful candidate will work closely with the POCT Lead and POCT Biomedical Scientist to maintain, develop, and enhance our services — ensuring excellence in patient care and leading the journey towards ISO15189:2022 accreditation.
At SYNLAB, we believe in nurturing a culture of well-being and ensuring our employees are supported both professionally and personally. We offer a Wellbeing Allowance worth up to £1500 per annum for our esteemed team members.
Responsibilities:
* Coordinate and conduct POCT staff training and competency programs
* Coordinate validation/ verification and implementation of POCT processes
* Develop QMS to achieve UKAS accreditation
* Incident reporting, investigation and preventative action
* Assist in developing a POCT service within the community
* Improve POCT infrastructure/ connectivity
* Attend POCT committee meetings/ network within hospital and community
* Perform other essential job-related functions
* To manage day to day staffing, workflow and relevant training to ensure turnaround times and services are maintained for local KPI and clinical effectiveness.
* To assist in staff training and development including undertaking staff appraisal.
* To develop, prepare, write and review relevant documents, including SOPs.
* To deputise for POCT Lead when required
Qualifications, Experience and Skills:
* HCPC State Registration as a Biomedical Scientist, with evidence of Continued Professional Development
* MSc/FIBMS by examination, and is currently in possession of Fellowship of the IBMS (Blood Sciences, Biochemistry, Haematology, Immunology or Transfusion Science; Cellular Pathology, Histology or Cytology or demonstrates equivalent experience
* IBMS Specialist Diploma or an equivalent high level working knowledge of biomedical techniques and practices at post honours degree level.
* Expert interpretive and diagnostic skills.
* Knowledge of National guidelines and protocols relating to specific discipline
* High degree of accuracy and numeracy
* Good knowledge of computer applications and LIMS including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Statistical Packages
* Excellent problem solving skills
* Leadership qualities
* Knowledge of Major Incident Plan
Desirable:
* Level 3 or above management qualification or relevant experience
About Us
SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.
We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.
We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.
We promote an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models and facilitate a two-way communication, engage with staff and stakeholders transparently and actively encourage feedback and suggestions.
Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.
SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.