Biomedical Scientist/Trainee Biomedical Scientist
The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is part of the Eastern Pathology Alliance (EPA), a network of three Trust Laboratories based at James Paget Hospital in Gorleston, Queen Elizabeth Hospital Kings Lynn and Norfolk and Norwich Hospital (NNUH) of which the NNUH is the hub laboratory.
The post will be based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. The Laboratory provides a wide range of tests for in‑patient and out‑patient services, all of Norfolk’s GP’s and other neighbouring Trusts. To aid with our very high workload in the Automated Clinical Biochemistry, the department has recently updated the analysers with Abbott Alinity and 3600 Accelerators as the main track system.
We have exciting opportunities for HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists who have experience of working as independent practitioners with skills in Clinical Biochemistry and who can perform a range of analyses in automation and specimen reception services.
Graduates who have completed an IBMS accredited biomedical sciences degree and have started their registration portfolio are also encouraged to apply.
The post will be based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and there is an expectation that the post holder will participate in the delivery of a 24/7 laboratory service.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will maintain the Laboratory Information Service on a daily basis, ensuring service users have access to accurate and up‑to‑date patient care test results. The state registered Health Care Scientist is required to train and demonstrate methodologies on complex analytical equipment to medical staff, clinical scientists, other BMS staff, new entrant staff, students and medical laboratory assistants (MLA).
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as role models and consistently demonstrate NNUH's ‘PRIDE’ values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence, and to support an inclusive culture.
* Fault find equipment and analyser function after formal in‑house training
* Manage own work and day‑to‑day routine work in specialised services, processing both urgent and routine work to maintain turnaround times in line with Trust and service policies
* Answer telephone inquiries from pathology users, patients and patient carers about test results and provide complex information about methodologies and service requirements
Job responsibilities
* Communicate complex service‑related test information to managers, consultants, nurses, other health‑care colleagues, patients and patient carers.
* Answer telephone inquiries from pathology users, patients and patient carers about test results and provide complex information about methodologies and service requirements, seeking advice as required.
* Assist in explaining results and reassure users that the information is correct after seeking advice when results do not agree with clinical presentation.
* Manage own work on a daily basis in specialised services, responsible for processing both urgent and routine work to maintain routine turnaround times in line with Trust and service policies.
* Maintain – as part of a team – complex specialist analytical equipment on a daily basis and assess fitness for clinical use, referring to senior staff as appropriate.
* Assist in managing and maintaining specialised databases in laboratory computer systems and patient storage databases.
* Responsible for inputting and amending patient data and results, which includes other colleagues work.
* Use research and development protocols on a daily basis to provide statistical presentations of internal quality control (QC) to assess equipment performance in line with QC rules (e.g. Westgard).
* Assist in the evaluation and development of methods to improve the service and patient‑care diagnostic tests.
* Assist in the education and training of medical staff, clinical scientists, other BMS, trainee BMS, MLAs and visiting students as required within their specialised area.
Qualifications
* BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
* State registration with Health Professions Council (HPC)
Skills
* Ability to work effectively within a complex multidisciplinary team
* Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
* Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Experience
* Develop knowledge and skills in problem‑solving complex clinical scientific problems.
* Develop comprehensive knowledge and understanding, and the ability to use current laboratory software.
* Have a working knowledge of the assays performed within their service.
Benefits
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and in addition:
* Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
* Multi Faith prayer room
* Discounted gym memberships
* Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
* Wagestream – access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
* Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
* Free 24‑hours confidential counselling support
* On‑site Nursery
* On‑site cafes offering staff discounts
* Flexible staff bank
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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