Job overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic HCPC State Registered Biomedical Scientist to join our dynamic Point of Care Testing (POCT) team within a busy and forward-thinking department.
The successful candidate will be primarily based at Bedford Hospital. However, following full training, they will also support and train staff across newly established Community Hubs throughout Bedfordshire in the operation and upkeep of POCT equipment.
Our department holds UKAS accreditation and is recognized for IBMS and HCPC training.
We remain committed to continuous service development, with a focus on expanding on-site testing capabilities and enhancing integration with other healthcare services.
Main duties of the job
As an HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist, your responsibilities will include:
1. Supporting clinical activities alongside the relevant Consultant team, as required.
2. Assisting in the delivery of community diagnostic services under the guidance and supervision of the POCT Coordinator.
3. Contributing to staff training in line with the department’s training policy.
4. Maintaining accountability for your own professional actions.
Working for our organisation
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
2.1 To perform as a HCPC Registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist [BMS] assisting in the delivery of the department services.
2.2 To assist the departmental laboratory senior in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service, in conjunction the clinical lead of the department.
2.3 To implement the quality policy for the department including the agreed quality objectives.
2.4 To contribute to the implementation of UKAS standards for the department using the Pathology Quality Management System as established, to fulfil the quality circles and audit inherent to the ISO 15189 standards of compliance.
2.5 To assist in the action plans required resolving nonconformities that are recorded by internal and/or external audits or complaints and to ensure the completion of corrective and preventative actions that have been identified.
2.6 Where delegated, to implement a Standard Operating Procedures [SOP] for the department utilising the Document Management Module of the Q-Pulse system.
2.7 To assist in the delivery of training in conjunction with the POCT coordinator and training officer, providing one to one training and competency assessments in accordance with ISO 15189. This includes completion of the training and competency assessment documents and assisting in the gathering of evidence for staff both within and outside the trust.
Please refer to the attached Job Description
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
5. HCPC registered BMS
6. BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria
7. Practical experience of Blood Sciences Work undertaken within department relevant to the post
8. Demonstrable ability to work without supervision.
Desirable criteria
9. Previous experience with POCT equipment management
Communication
Essential criteria
10. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, at all levels.
11. Good listening skills
Desirable criteria
12. Able to manage highly complex information
Knowledge
Essential criteria
13. Knowledge of Biomedical Science
14. Understanding of POCT technology and its use and application
Desirable criteria
15. Knowledge of the POCT devices used in Hospitals and their importance
Skills
Essential criteria
16. Accurate input of data using a keyboard while working under pressure
17. Ability to utilise evaluation tools
18. Excellent Inter-personal skills
Desirable criteria
19. Ability to analyse complex data and use information to inform judgements
Personal skills
Essential criteria
20. Personal integrity – leading by example
21. Drive and determination
22. Flexible in approach and in working relationships
Desirable criteria
23. Tactful and diplomatic
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.