Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Are you a highly skilled and dedicated HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist looking to advance your career in a world-leading healthcare environment?
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and skilled HCPC registered Advanced Biomedical Scientist specialising in Biochemistry to join our dynamic Blood Sciences department.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a highly regarded healthcare setting, delivering essential diagnostic services that directly impact patient care. As an Advanced Biomedical Scientist, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services within our Biochemistry team.
A presentation will be required as part of the recruitment process and there is an expectation that the post holder will support in the delivery of a 24/7 laboratory service.
Main duties of the job
1. Responsible as lead Biomedical Scientist for a specialist area
2. Manages and coordinates the day to day activities of the team
3. Leads on service improvement
4. Processes specialist investigations and responsible for standard and quality of results
5. Provides specialist advice to clinicians as to appropriateness of tests and timescales
6. Provides specialist service e.g. training, advanced trouble shooting, problem solving for specialist requirement
7. To work flexibly in reflection of service needs which may include an extended working day and/or participation in delivery of a 24 hour, 7 day per week service
8. Maintain and promote professional image of both Pathology and CUH Trust
9. To work safely as the job entails coming into constant contact with human body fluids, tissues and hazardous chemicals
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds, the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
This vacancy will close at midnight on: 30th December 2024.
Interviews are due to be held on: 10th January 2025.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist
* Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent
* MSc in Biomedical Science or related subject
* Additional appropriate specialist qualification if required, e.g. higher specialist diploma (IBMS)
* Evidence of Continual Professional Development
* Holds or working towards a qualification that supports management responsibilities such as a certificate in Quality Management, Training or Leadership
Experience
* Experience of Pathology IT systems
* Experience of Quality Management Systems
* Experience of training and supervision of staff
* Substantial practical experience of working in a Biomedical Science laboratory
* Previous relevant experience of working in the NHS at a senior level
* Experience of performing incident investigations, audits and risk assessments
Knowledge
* Theoretical knowledge of Biomedical procedures
* Specialist knowledge of Blood Sciences - particularly Biochemistry and/or Haematology
* Knowledge of Pathology IT systems
* Knowledge of Quality Management Systems
* Demonstrable understanding of ISO15189
* Knowledge of HR policies
Skills
* Willingness to undertake cross training to extend skill set to deliver role
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Able to prioritise own workload and that of others to meet the needs of the service
* Demonstrable interpersonal skills - can work as part of a team
* Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time
* High degree of manual dexterity to perform complex laboratory techniques
* Ability to follow processes and procedures
* Ability to supervise less experienced staff, including supporting the training of staff
Additional Requirements
* The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent
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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