Band 5 Biomedical Scientist - Leeds, United Kingdom - Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Description
This is an exciting time and opportunity to join one of the Pathology departments .As a State Registered Biomedical Scientist, the post holder will be a member of the departmental team and assist in the delivery of a quality driven, cost effective, patient focused service consistent with LTHT Pathology objectives.
To provide that service in a manner commensurate with the profession.
Main duties of the job Carry out appropriate technical laboratory procedures and tasks that are consistent with the post levels of knowledge, skills and experience.
Dealing with unauthorised telephone results enquires
All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
As a healthcare worker dealing with sensitive (patient related) information the importance and value of personal honesty and integrity as a commitment to patient service and confidentiality will be recognised.
You will maintain registration with the Health Care Professions Council as a biomedical scientist and abide by the HCPC standards of proficiency, assuring the quality of your work for patients.
In contributing to the quality of a technical clinical service you will understand the requirements continuously develop appropriate skills and knowledge.
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Biomedical ScientistBand: 5
Pathology
As a State Registered Biomedical Scientist, the post holder will be a member of the departmental team and assist in the delivery of a quality driven, cost effective, patient focused service consistent with LTHT Pathology objectives.
Clinical/ Scientific/ Technical Carry out appropriate technical laboratory procedures and tasks that are consistent with the post levels of knowledge, skills and experience.
Carry out analysisDealing with unauthorised telephone results enquires
Leadership/ Management Support and inspire staff to provide efficient , effective, safe, quality care to patients Provide day to day supervision and co-ordination of staff.
Deputise for the Specialist BMS Help to ensure the effective deployment of staff is mapped against the flow of work to provide safe and effective service delivery
Promote the building of effective teams and collaboration between teams
Ensure compliance with all statutory and legislative requirements including patient confidentiality and the Data Protection Act.
Anticipate problems and take preventative or mitigating actions, or have contingency plans available Help manage the use of agency staff in the team Supports effective and efficient management of section, including optimisation of workflow.
Quality/ Training Support and participate in level 1 incident investigations. Assist with the production, maintenance and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures.
Maintain standards of laboratory policies and procedures to ensure that the department meets National External Quality Assurance (EQA) and Accreditation standards.
Support and participate with the production, maintenance and implementation of risk assessments.
Participate in audits and clinical governance Assist the department with the continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.
Keep up to date with and communicate service developments, advances and research. Ensure that safe working practices are followed in accordance with departmental Safety Policy.
Be aware of and adhere to Trusts policies, including those relating to discipline, grievance, sickness, absence and health & safety
To be a training lead ambassador
Delivers training and competency assessment for staff within own area
Assist in the supervision, training and teaching of staff and participate in the departments training plan
To maintain registered status as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Maintain a safe working environment Other: The post holder will be expected to gain competence in techniques to enable participation in the delivery of 24 hour Pathology service.
This is not an exhaustive list of roles and responsibilities, and these may be subject to change with professional and service developments
As a healthcare worker dealing with sensitive (patient related) information the importance and value of personal honesty and integrity as a commitment to patient service and confidentiality will be recognised.
You will maintain registration with the Health Professions Council as a Biomedical Scientist and abide by the HCPC standards of proficiency, assuring the quality of your work for patients.
In contributing to the quality of a technical clinical service you will understand the requirement to continuously develop appropriate skills and accumulate relevant knowledge whether by formal or in- house training.
The jobholder must comply at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Infection Control policies, in particular by practising Universal Infection Control Precautions.
HEALTH AND SAFETY / RISK MANAGEMENT
All staff are responsible for working with their colleagues to maintain and improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service users.
As a healthcare worker dealing with sensitive (patient related) information the importance and value of personal honesty and integrity as a commitment to patient service and confidentiality will be recognised.
You will maintain registration with the Health Professions Council as a Biomedical Scientist and abide by the HCPC standards of proficiency, assuring the quality of your work for patients.
In contributing to the quality of a technical clinical service you will understand the requirement to continuously develop appropriate skills and accumulate relevant knowledge whether by formal or in- house trainingWEST YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION OF ACUTE TRUSTS (WYAAT) Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across West Yorkshire and Harrogate working
By bringing together the wide range of skills and expertise across West Yorkshire and Harrogate we are working differently, innovating and driving forward change to deliver the highest quality care.
The jobholder must comply with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families.
No person whether they are staff, patient or visitor should receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc.
TRAINING AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The jobholder must take responsibility in agreement with his/her line manager for his/her own personal development by ensuring that Continuous Professional Development remains a priority.
Good working knowledge of pathology and disease processes. Post registration Laboratory experience in relevant discipline Competent in pathology LIMS / IT systems
Knowledge of pathology disciplines other than in own area. Proven ability to work unsupervised e.g. on-call or shift.