To work as part of a team producing accurate diagnostic results and to work across all areas of the specialism as required. To perform tasks as directed within any given role/section, cooperating with other staff in the section to ensure quality service delivery for the patient care. To follow Standard Operating Procedures and to be proactive in the development of the same, by suggesting improvements and piloting the revised SOPs. Using judgement, knowledge and departmental guidelines, (under supervision where appropriate), to authorise diagnostic results and report them as per departmental protocols. To refer to more senior Scientific/ Medical staff as required. This data may be produced by others in the department To fully participate in all aspects of the service including both the routine, non-core and shift service, as appropriate. To ensure that results and reports are produced in a timely manner particularly where these results will have an immediate impact on patient care such as an OPD clinic or A&E, thus contributing to meeting both departmental and Trust turnaround times. To use reagent and other stocks efficiently, informing line manager when stock issues arise and to directly contact suppliers as directed by senior staff. To perform simple problem solving/troubleshooting, within expected competency level, on equipment in order to resolve problems/breakdowns.