Biomedical Scientist - Clinical Flow Cytometry
* Full-time
* Weekly Hours / Programmed Activities: 37.5
* Salary Band: Band 6
* Staff Group: Healthcare Scientists
* Contract Type: Permanent
* Job Area: Scientists
NHS Band 6 Salary: £39,959 - £48,117 per annum
Hours Per Week: Full time 37.5
Contract Type: Permanent
We provide Acute Hospital services for a local population of around 675,000 people across Portsmouth, South East Hampshire and beyond. We have over 8,700 staff, 1,200 beds and an annual turnover close to £800 million. More than 200 military personnel work alongside us at the QA Hospital.
An opportunity has arisen for a motivated individual to join the immunophenotyping service at PHU. As a key member of this team of four Biomedical Scientists, the successful candidate will be expected to perform specialist investigations and demonstrate an ability to, at times, work independently and deputise for the Section Lead.
To be considered for this position, HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist is required. Demonstrable laboratory experience is essential at Band 5 level, ideally from working in a Haem-Onc immunophenotyping laboratory. Specialist training will be provided for the successful candidate. Eventual progression to B7 is part of the workforce plan, commensurate on attaining the appropriate levels of training and competency which may take 1–3 years depending on candidates experience and skills when entering the role.
Main duties of the job
The purpose of this role is to contribute to the delivery of a high-quality diagnostic service. The successful candidate will be expected to examine referral indices and then select appropriate panels, analyse complex data sets and produce immunophenotyping reports in a timely manner to support clinical decision making.
Key responsibilities include: prepare samples and reagents, stock ordering, writing and review of documents, audits, IQC and EQA performance monitoring, staff supervision and training, and assisting the Section Lead with quality management to maintain UKAS accreditation.
About us
The Blood Sciences Immunophenotyping Laboratory at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust operates Beckman Coulter DX‑Flex and Aquios flow cytometers and utilises LUCID Duraclone Panels to deliver a comprehensive flow cytometry service for the diagnosis of haematological malignancies and immune monitoring.
Attendance at reporting MDTs with the Consultant Haematologists is encouraged as an element of professional learning and development and we also benefit from the knowledge and experience of a Consultant Clinical Scientist led Immunology service.
* BSc (Hons) or equivalent in Biomedical Sciences
* Registration with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist
* Be able to demonstrate a broad level of specialist knowledge and practical experience by possession of an Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) Specialist Portfolio or equivalent
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Evidence of supervisory experience
* Evidence of training and developing staff
* Evidence of contribution to service improvement
Experience
* At least two years’ experience working in a relevant clinical laboratory environment.
Skills & Knowledge
* Ability to use highly complex automated equipment and associated computer software systems
* Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy and hand-to-eye coordination in repetitive manual techniques
* Ability to work in a timely, methodical and organised manner
* Ability to undertake the technical validation of results
* The ability to work using own initiative and without supervision
* The ability to supervise and train laboratory staff effectivelyKnowledge to undertake the accurate interpretation of diagnostic laboratory results
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* A knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and procedures within a clinical laboratory
* An understanding of laboratory Quality Management Systems
* Can use Microsoft Word and Excel
* Practical knowledge of departmental equipment and methods
The health and wellbeing of our staff is at the forefront of everything we do. We are proud to be able to offer our staff some fantastic benefits including our on-site Nursery, access to our free Beach Hut for those long summer days, our on-site Wellness Centre including a gym and a swimming pool, access to our fantastic staff networks including LGBTQ, Race Equality and DisAbility, and awards ceremonies to recognise your achievements. We believe we can offer support to all of our staff when they need it the most.
We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.
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