Overview
A permanent post for a skilled Biomedical Scientist has become available within the Genetic Service. This new position has been funded to implement genetic testing across Scotland to inform appropriate medication for patients who have experienced ischaemic stroke. This new innovation is part of the wider application of pharmacogenomics to inform effective prescribing of commonly used medicines. The Regional Genetic Service is a large team of Technical, Scientific and Clinical staff providing a first-class service to patients and families from Tayside and NE Fife and elsewhere in Scotland, with facilities at Ninewells Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity to join a diagnostic Genetic Laboratory to deliver a new national testing service.
You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.
Responsibilities
* Deliver and oversee the technical workload within the laboratory for high-throughput CYP2C19 genetic testing and interpret genetic results.
* Authorise a defined set of laboratory reports as an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist.
* Work closely with the Senior Biomedical Scientist to monitor the performance and effectiveness of the national CYP2C19 testing service.
* Prioritise your own workload and oversee the work of others within the team according to standard operating procedures.
* Contribute to quality assurance, UKAS accreditation, and support the supervision and training of other staff.
* Support service improvement and participate in a collaborative, supportive environment to develop skills.
Qualifications and requirements
* HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist.
* Ability to operate within a laboratory setting and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Commitment to quality assurance, accreditation processes, and continuing professional development.
* Capacity to prioritise workload and manage a team in line with standard operating procedures.
Additional information for candidates
* Hours of work: 37.0 hours/week, Monday–Friday.
* Informal enquiries to: David Baty, david.baty@nhs.scot, tel: 01382 496271.
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Employment details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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