Job summary
Biomedical Scientist or Trainee Band 5 /Band 6. Specialist knowledge/skills required for band 6 position. Trainee posts would be under Annex 21 of Afc. Perform laboratory procedures effectively, rotating through the sections of the department, to provide a comprehensive pathology service as an aid to effective diagnosis and treatment of patients. All staff are expected to work to the Trust Values. The Blood Sciences department ensures the provision of a comprehensive service to North Cumbria Hospitals and primary care. The departments offer core analyses on a frequent basis, processing urgent requests and a variety of specialised tests. The majority of the pathology service is provided on a 24/7 basis. Out of hours cover is delivered via extended working arrangements, on call, or shift patterns according to the urgency and volume of the work.
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of \'safe, high quality care every time\': Being a clinically led organisation; Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust; A positive patient experience every time; A great place to work; Managing our money well. Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Job responsibilities
* Perform manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations as required.
* Ensure procedures are carried out according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
* Communicate complex technical and clinical information, especially in critical situations, being responsible for technical authorisation of results and clinical authorisation of reports within agreed protocols.
* Undertake technical validation of complex / specialist results from laboratory investigations and ensure accuracy and precision as specified by laboratory protocols.
* Analyse and interpret test results of a specialist nature.
* Service and maintain the diagnostic equipment as required, take corrective action in the event of equipment failure; follow contingency planning if such action fails and report to BMS team manager.
* Resolve routine and complex equipment and process problems, reporting to BMS team manager as required.
Qualifications and requirements
Qualifications
* BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent
* HCPC registration
Desirable
* Essential IT skills (EITS) or equivalent
Experience
* All areas of chosen discipline
* Supervision and training.
* Technical audit.
Knowledge
* Underpinning theory of laboratory practice in area of chosen discipline
* Laboratory health and safety, COSHH, and risk assessment
* Continuing professional development with portfolio
* Equality legislation and best practice
Skills
* Practical laboratory skills
* Able to use initiative appropriately within a team
* Ability to analyse work to determine compliance with standards
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills
* Good organisational skills
* Ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines
* Hand/eye coordination; keyboard skills
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills
* The ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care
Personal Circumstances
* Meticulous.
* Motivation.
* Enthusiasm.
Other requirements
* Flexible approach to working unsocial hours including nights, weekends and public holidays.
* Ability to travel independently between sites.
Important Information
Candidates who have been shortlisted will be asked to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. For candidates using Hotmail or with strict firewall settings, ensure Junk Mail is checked regularly.
Disclosure and Barring Service: This post is subject to DBS checks. The cost and process are outlined in the job documentation. UK visa sponsorship and immigration information is included in the attached notes. Applicants must have current UK professional registration where applicable.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children. If the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exclusions) Order, the successful candidate will be subject to a criminal records check with the DBS. DBS charges may be deducted from salary where applicable.
Relocation assistance may be available for eligible posts. 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years; Flexible working scheme; NHS Pension; NHS discounts; Employee Assistance Programme. These schemes are subject to availability.
Employer details
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Cumberland Infirmary, Newtown Road, Carlisle, CA2 7HY
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