Bank - Band 7 Biomedical Scientist

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a skilled Healthcare Scientist to join their Cellular Pathology laboratory. The role involves maintaining laboratory safety, processing samples, and ensuring high-quality services. Candidates should possess relevant degrees and experience in Cellular Pathology, with a commitment to patient care and teamwork. This position offers opportunities for professional development and collaboration within a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• 2nd class honours degree or equivalent in a biological science acceptable by IBMS/HPC.
• HCPC Registration and IBMS Specialist Diploma required.
• At least 6 months NHS experience in a busy Histopathology lab.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to providing a professional clinical laboratory service.
• Performs core scientific and interpretive work.
• Maintains safe working practices according to SOPs.

Skills

Practical analytical skills

Timely working

Well organized

Reliable

Team player

Self-motivated

Flexible

Education

2nd class honours degree in biological science

HCPC Registration

IBMS Specialist Diploma

Tools

PC software

Job description

To be an efficient, flexible member of the Cellular Pathology laboratory providing a high-quality service to Imperial College Healthcare Trust.

To maintain the required levels of laboratory safety and good laboratory practice, as specified in local and national guidelines.

To work with biomedical scientists and clinical scientists in the provision of a comprehensive and effective Cellular Pathology service for the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, as directed by the Head of the Department.

To participate in the efficient handling, processing, and analysis of samples in the laboratory, under supervision.

To maintain effective records of all activities and procedures, and to contribute towards the maintenance of the laboratory's quality system.

To check, keep clean, and maintain laboratory equipment.

To carry out supervised laboratory procedures in all sections of the laboratory, as directed by the Head of the Unit and senior scientific staff.

To undergo appropriate teaching and training as directed and as necessary in order to maintain HPC registration and to maintain suitable records of all training activities undertaken.

Main duties of the job

1. Contributes to providing a professional clinical laboratory service, working effectively as a team member as part of the overall department.

2. Able to perform all core scientific and interpretive work, which corresponds to the training and qualifications of a Registered Healthcare Scientist.

3. Develop and improve your professional expertise.

4. More experienced Healthcare Scientists will be expected to supervise unqualified staff and deputise for section leaders when necessary.

5. Provides specialist clinical technical services to patients that may include research and audit.

About us

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Values

We are committed to ensuring that our patients have the best possible experience within our hospitals. We seek individuals committed to delivering excellent patient care, who take pride in their work. We value treating all patients, customers, and colleagues with respect and dignity, and strive for excellence and innovation in all we do.

We value our staff and aim to provide rewarding careers, benefits, fulfilling work environments, and exciting opportunities.

Our values include:

• Kind - We are considerate and thoughtful, ensuring respect and inclusion.
• Collaborative - We actively seek others' views and ideas to achieve more together.
• Expert - We draw on our diverse skills, knowledge, and experience to provide the best care.
• Aspirational - We are receptive and responsive to new thinking, continually learning, discovering, and improving.

Job responsibilities

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

Communication and Relationship Skills

1. Demonstrate politeness, courtesy, and sensitivity when dealing with patients, visitors, colleagues, and external contacts, maintaining good customer relations.

2. Share good practice within the department and Trust-wide.

3. Promote a positive image of the Trust at all times.

4. Work cohesively with all department members to ensure the best services are provided.

5. Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to effective communication.

6. Provide and receive complex information, including advice, results explanation, and instructions.

7. Report any difficulties, problems, accidents, or incidents promptly to a section leader/manager.

Scientific and Technical Duties

1. Become proficient in designated diagnostic areas within the department.

2. Perform duties independently at a decision-making level, referring to senior staff when needed.

3. Organize own work tasks or activities.

4. Complete all work to standards and seek advice when required.

5. Maintain safe working practices according to SOPs.

6. Assist in quality assurance activities.

7. Validate reports using judgmental expertise.

8. Authorize reports when responsible.

9. Maintain documentation to Trust standards, including electronic records.

10. Comply with Trust policies and promote adherence.

11. Identify and report clinical and non-clinical risks.

Policy and Service

1. Implement Trust policies and procedures at the department level.

2. Maintain, update, and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills.

3. Record and report incidents/complaints and assist in investigations.

4. Ensure laboratory sites gain and maintain accreditation from relevant regulatory bodies.

Financial and Physical Resources

1. Assist in maintaining stock levels.

2. Support the development and evaluation of techniques.

3. Responsible for equipment maintenance and calibration.

Staff/HR/Leadership & Training

1. Assist in training and supervising staff.

2. Help plan team activities.

3. Follow HR policies such as sickness reporting and leave requests.

4. Follow health and safety policies to ensure a safe environment.

5. Participate in appraisals and personal development plans.

6. Support junior staff and promote team cohesion.

Education

1. Hold the relevant diploma or equivalent.

2. Complete necessary training and CPD to maintain competence and HPC registration.

3. Maintain a professional development portfolio.

Information Resources

1. Undertake training in electronic information systems.

2. Maintain an active email account.

Patient/Client Care

1. Enter patient data and test results accurately onto the laboratory system.

Research and Development

1. Collect data for audits and research as required.

Freedom to Act

1. Act independently within clinical/professional guidelines and consult managers when necessary.

Other Duties

1. Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade as requested.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• 2nd class honours degree or equivalent in a biological science acceptable by IBMS/HPC.
• HCPC Registration.
• IBMS Specialist Diploma or equivalent in relevant discipline.
• Or 24 months proven post-registration experience in Cellular Pathology.

Skills/Abilities

• Practical analytical skills for diagnostic work.
• Timely, accurate, and methodical working.
• Well organized, precise.
• Competent in PC software (word, spreadsheets, databases).
• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Quick learner.
• Team player.
• Self-motivated.
• Flexible to perform multiple tasks.
• Able to work under pressure.

Experience

• Knowledge of Cellular Pathology in relevant discipline.
• Evidence of CPD.
• Experience with Pathology computer systems.
• At least 6 months NHS experience in a busy Histopathology lab.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required prior to appointment.