Genomics Coordinator - London, United Kingdom - Synnovis

Synnovis
Synnovis
Verified Company
London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter
Description

We are looking for a highly motivated individual for the administrative role of Genomics Coordinator to join our comprehensive Synnovis Genomics laboratory, part of the South East Genomic Laboratory Hub (SEGLH), based at Guy's Hospital.

This post will involve working within the Prenatal and Reproductive Genetics and Developmental Disorders teams to

Successful applicants will be dedicated, enthusiastic and have good communication skills. The role requires consistent attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.

Knowledge of genomics testing is preferable but not essential, as full training to perform the required tasks will be provided.

Applications are invited from committed individuals. This role requires daily onsite working.


The Genomics Coordinator will be required to act as a flexible administrative resource to support the Prenatal and Reproductive Genetics (PreRep) and Developmental Disorders (DevDis) Clinical teams.

The core activities requiring support from the Genomics Coordinator are outlined below:

  • Triage of PreRep and DevDis teams' genetic test requests, prior to authorisation by the Clinical Scientist;
  • Activating appropriate genetic test workflows using the Laboratory Information Management System [LIMS]
  • Assigning priority of testing
  • Liaising with Clinical Scientists and responding to queries where appropriate Performing daily workload audits across both PreRep and DevDis sections. Coordinating the sendaway of samples to other testing laboratories.


The South East Genomics Laboratory Hub (SEGLH) SEGLH is one of seven hubs that are commissioned to provide genomics services within England and is itself responsible for delivering genomic testing across South East England with a population of approximately 8.4 million.


The SEGLH is led by the Synnovis Genomics laboratory based at Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and is made up of a consortium of laboratory providers in the South London, Kent, Surrey and Sussex region.

Your development and learning


You will have a suite of learning opportunities available through The Synnovis Way Development programme, the Scientific Learning and Development Fund and the Synnovis Academy through which you can receive funding / support for advanced qualifications.

At Synnovis, we are currently shaping the future of pathology services by creating a world


The main duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the Genomics Coordinator role and its purpose within the PreRep and DevDis genomics services; they are not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake additional or alternative administrative and managerial duties and responsibilities appropriate with the level of the post, to support the smooth running of the department.

Test assignment

  • Responsible for assigning appropriate laboratory genetic tests as requested on patient referral forms, escalating queries to a clinical scientist where required.
  • Liaise with clinical teams to accurately assign testing, following up any incomplete referrals and missing documentation.
  • Ensure accuracy of patient information in the LIMS to ensure efficient pathway progress.
  • Respond in an accurate and timely manner to service queries (for example from service users, external laboratories, and SEGLH staff).
  • Escalate queries to a Clinical Scientist where required.
Coordination of testing within other departments of SEGLH and at external laboratories

  • Support coordination of testing within other sections of the department and/or external laboratories where necessary.
  • Be on rota for the prenatal coordinator (PNC) role and be responsible for the administrative coordination of prenatal testing by external laboratories, this will include;
  • Liaising with colleagues in the monogenics team at SEGLH, the clinical teams referring the testing as well as external laboratories performing the testing.
  • Maintaining up to date records to track progress of sample testing.
  • Answering administrative queries relating to testing where appropriate.
Data auditing

  • Perform daily audits to assess workload and inform Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
  • Liaise with technical and Clinical Scientist teams to ensure efficient processing of samples.
  • Ensure accuracy of data within the LIMS. Reporting of unsuitable samples
  • Using the LIMS to generate templated unsuitable reports for onward authorisation by Clinical Scientists.
Other

  • Contribute to the quality management of the laboratory;
  • Escalate any errors as per local policy
  • Identify improvements that can be made to workflows to reduce inefficiencies and delays
  • Review and support development of standard operating procedures
  • Actively participate in department development as appropriate and participate in departmental meetings.
  • Undertake any other duties appropriate with the grade, required to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the department.
  • Undertake any training as required to complete the ta
More jobs from Synnovis
See all jobs of Synnovis