NEYCSP Biomedical Scientist - Non-Gynaecological Cytology - Team Lead
The post holder will perform and manage all core scientific and interpretive work including those associated with Non-Gynae Cytology preparation, which corresponds to the training and qualifications of a Registered Cytology Senior BMS. Working effectively as a member of the Pathology team to provide a professional clinical laboratory service.
The main purpose of the job:
* To undertake the day-to-day management of the Non-Gynae Cytology section under the direction of the Departmental Manager.
* Participate in non-gynaecological cytology service including primary screening slides and if suitably qualified, reporting of negative exfoliative cytology samples (urine, serous fluid and respiratory samples) with double reporting, where required.
* To screen, check and interpret cervical samples within NHSCSP and laboratory guidelines, reporting those that are negative or unsatisfactory and referring those that are abnormal to senior colleagues.
* Attendance at Rapid On-site Examination/Evaluation (ROSE) clinic procedures to assist with sample preparation, including preliminary indication of presence/absence of diagnostic material / adequacy.
* Participate in external quality assessment (EQA) schemes.
* Perform and present departmental clinical audits.
* Ensure conformity with quality control, maintaining both personal and laboratory achievable benchmarks.
Main duties of the job
* The post holder will work directly with and as part of a team of Cytology Checkers and check and will report cervical cytology samples, clinically interpret the results and provide guidance to service users on subsequent clinical action or intervention, e.g. referral to Colposcopy.
* The post holder will be responsible for supervising others, and will be required to contribute to the training and development of new staff.
* The post holder will not have budgetary responsibility, but will observe a personal duty of care in relation to the equipment and resources used in course of work.
* Implement quality standards and methods of monitoring.
* Liaise with the Consultants, Biomedical Scientists and Cytoscreeners to ensure effective patient flow and clinical management.
* Ensure that an effective and efficient service is provided to meet the needs of departmental customers and staff.
About us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronym ICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:
* Act in a way that promotes patient care and maintains the integrity of the Department.
* Maintain and promote the professional image of the department, Clinical Pathology Services and Gateshead Health NHS Trust.
* Maintain patient confidentiality at all times in line with the Trust Information Management and Technology (IM&T) Information Security Policy.
* Supervise the screening officer team in compliance with the Standard Operating Procedures and departmental Health and Safety Policies.
* Follow good practice in line with professional guidelines and UKAS standards.
* Work within the Terms and Conditions of Employment.
* Report incidents, accidents and defects according to Trust and Divisional guidelines.
* Contribute to the provision of materials, advice and support for the Clinical Users of the service.
* To primary screen cervical samples within NHSCSP and laboratory guidelines, reporting those that are negative or unsatisfactory and referring those that are abnormal to senior colleagues.
* The post holder will be expected to communicate authorised test results to clinicians and give advice regarding the suitability of sample type and collection methods for these tests.
* To monitor stocks of reagents and consumables associated with the designated section.
* To check and give opinion and advice when requested by colleagues concerning the evaluation and interpretation of any suspect cells in cervical samples. This may involve leading multi-header microscope discussions.
* To take part in rapid review QC systems, approaching colleagues screening work in a sensitive and tactful manner with view to identifying and interpreting any false negative reports and referring any detected to senior colleagues.
* To assist the Departmental Manager to collect, collate and interpret statistical information relating to the performance of screening staff and the laboratory as a whole.
* To assist the Departmental Manager in all aspects of Clinical Governance and quality management including incident reporting and analysis.
* To take part in quality control and assessment programs operating within the department. This includes the participation in external quality assessment, including proficiency testing.
* To lead the QC seeding process thus ensuring the laboratory maintains a high degree of quality.
* To lead on process and lean management thus ensuring the laboratory maintains key performance indicators.
* To attend and contribute to departmental quality and governance meetings, and to oversee non-clinical SIAFs.
* To take part in audit, double screening and quality assurance reviews of cervical samples and screening histories and managing the implementation of action and correction plans.
* To deputise for the line manager as required and within the needs of the service.
* To work autonomously during periods of on-call and in departments away from the laboratory when required.
* To undertake the supervision of all grades of scientific and support staff within the designated section, planning and prioritising their work on a day to day basis to ensure service needs are met.
* To support with the recruitment, selection and appointment of NEY Cervical Screening staff, ensuring new appointees receive the appropriate Trust and Departmental (local) induction.
* To be responsible for recording and authorising staff leave and monitoring and managing sickness absence in accordance with Trust policy for staff within designated section.
* To be responsible for the implementation of the Trust Disciplinary Procedure where necessary.
* To appraise NEYCSP staff within designated section and produce personal development plans.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent.
* Professional Registration IBMS Specialist Portfolio or equivalent.
* FIBMS/MSc or Higher Specialist Portfolio.
* Level 4 NHSCSP Certificate of Competence in Cytology or equivalent diploma.
* Must be HCPC Registered.
* Post Graduate Diploma Leadership course.
* Hold the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cytology.
* IBMS Diploma in Expert Practice in Non-Gynaecological Cytology or accepted equivalent qualification.
Experience
* Proven experience post registration of working within a Cytology pathology laboratory.
* Excellent working knowledge of all aspects of working within Cellular Pathology as a relevant discipline.
* Advanced practical analytical skills associated with assessment of cytology specimens.
* Comprehensive understanding of the National Screening Programme, turnaround times and deadlines for cervical tests.
* Experience of working with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and contribute to their production, review and implementation.
* Experience of undertaking technical validation of results for clinical use.
* Experience of working with enhanced laboratory computer systems.
* Comprehensive knowledge of staining and preparatory techniques.
* Good understanding of NHSCSP confidentiality regulations.
* Good understanding of Quality Control particularly Internal Q.C procedures.
* Current Section Lead experience within a clinical laboratory or equivalent experience.
* Experience of highly specialised techniques.
* Work Based Learning Supervisor.
Skills
* Highly developed concentration skills.
* Highly developed skills relating to accuracy and attention to detail.
* Ability to lead and motivate staff within a laboratory environment.
* Ability to work with minimal supervision and organise own working day.
* Ability to work systematically and under pressure in a busy environment.
* Ability to work as part of a team and across several sections to meet the demands of the service.
* Excellent communication skills and able to communicate technical information with Health Professionals/ Technical Lead including consultant medical staff to deliver an effective service.
* Ability to train inexperienced junior and support staff and able to act as a mentor.
* Comprehension of the significance of clinical governance, clinical audit and achieving quality targets.
* Supervisory skills.
Knowledge
* Highly developed specialist knowledge of Cervical Screening procedures to post-graduate diploma level or equivalent acquired through CPD, short courses and ongoing specialist training.
* Laboratory Health and Safety.
* Good understanding of the importance of Internal Quality Control, External Quality Assurance Schemes.
* Knowledge of Clinical Pathology Accreditation Inspections, Quality Management Systems and Audit.
* Statistical Analysis.
Personal Attributes
* Composed and professional disposition.
* Team-member.
* Support peoples equality, diversity and human rights.
* Ability to adapt quickly and efficiently.
* Demonstrated personal development.
* Team leading/management skills.
Special Requirements
* Computer literate - capable of utilising complex proprietary information systems and generic software.
* Flexibility in working pattern in line with changing service requirements.
* European Computer Driving Licence.
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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