We are a tertiary service, providing a comprehensive adult neuropathology, including muscle, nerve, neurosurgical and autopsy pathology for the population of Devon and Cornwall. The service works closely with the medical school to support a number of research projects and is part of one of three UK Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence. You will also be part of the Cellular & Anatomical Pathology Management and Leadership team and will be responsible for additional specialist services within the department. Experience in Neuropathology is advantageous, but not essential. This is an exciting time for Cellular Pathology in Plymouth, we are in the process of deploying Digital Pathology, upgrading the LIMS/EPR and working closely across the Peninsula Network to transform the delivery of pathology.
You will have extensive Cellular pathology experience, including the management of staff. You will have excellent leadership and training skills. You will hold a Masters degree in Biomedical Sciences or Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Scientists and will be State registered with the Healthcare Professions Council.
Main duties of the job
1. Responsible for staff within the Neuropathology Laboratory, ensuring a timely, high quality, accurate service meeting the needs of our users.
2. Responsible for the management and day-to-day highly specialised clinical technical activities of Neuropathology.
3. Budget holder for a Neuropathology budget of £550,000.
4. The post holder will be responsible for the timely processing of the neuropathological specimens submitted for histological opinion from within the Trust and other hospitals across the Peninsula.
5. To work collaboratively with the Cellular & Anatomical Pathology Technical Service Lead and section leads to ensure a smooth running of the service, across all areas of the department, consisting of over 85 wte Clinical, Technical and Non-Technical staff.
6. To be responsible for a number of other sections within Cellular & Anatomical Pathology.
7. To work closely with the Cellular & Anatomical Pathology Operations Manager in all aspects of the management of the department, will deputise for the Operations Manager in their absence.
8. Responsible for compliance with Human Tissue Authority legislation within Neuropathology and other specialist sections.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
Job responsibilities
Please see the full detailed Job description attached within the document section that will include relevant responsibilities for this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Biomedical Science Honours degree or a science degree that is acceptable to the Institute of Biomedical Scientist.
* Masters degree in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent qualification to obtain Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Scientists.
* State registration with the Healthcare Professions Council.
* Management qualification ie Certificate or Diploma in Management Studies or equivalent.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
* Extensive demonstrable experience and understanding of histopathology laboratory working, including staff management.
* High level, specialised technical skills.
* High level of awareness - up to date with issues relating to the area of work and the profession.
* Previous demonstrable experience of successful management of change.
* Proven good working knowledge of all guidance relating to the laboratory.
* Proven knowledge of UKAS standards.
* Proven specialist knowledge and experience in the technical field of Neuropathology.
* Knowledge of iLab (histology IT system used by the Dept).
* Comprehensive proven knowledge of health and safety and other directives.
* Previous demonstrable experience of managing a budget.
* Previously worked as a training officer or coordinator.
* Proven knowledge of Human Tissue Authority legislation.
APTITUDE & ABILITIES
* Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
* Effective influencing skills: in general and with senior health care professionals.
* Proven knowledge of financial/business analysis techniques.
DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION
* Team leader.
* Ability to work in a very busy environment.
* Proactive.
* Enthusiastic about neuropathology and committed to developing the service.
* Highly motivated.
* Committed to staff training.
CIRCUMSTANCES
* Flexible about working hours.
* Regular exposure to a range of fresh and fixed body tissues and hazardous chemicals.
* Exposure to tissue infected by CJD.
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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