Consultant Clinical Scientist

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a consultant to deliver a comprehensive clinical biochemistry service, offering expert support for biochemical diagnoses. The ideal candidate will join a dedicated team, engage in management and teaching, and maintain quality standards within a flexible working environment. Join us in our mission to provide high-quality care, making a real difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Provide comprehensive clinical biochemistry service for all users of the laboratory.
• Deliver expert support for biochemical clinical problems.
• Participate in management and teaching activities.

Responsibilities

• Support diagnosis and management of clinical biochemical problems.
• Help maintain UKAS accreditation.
• Engage in continuous service improvement.

Skills

Excellent team-working skills

Ability to work in a multi-professional team

Job description

* The banding for this vacancy is Subject to AfC outcome *

Job overview

We are looking for someone to provide a comprehensive clinical biochemistry service for all users of the laboratory network, as a consultant you will provide expert support for the diagnosis and management of biochemical clinical problems; will help advise on appropriate investigations on an individual patient basis and determine the repertoire provided by the clinical biochemistry department within the resources made available to the service. You will also have a role in clinical liaison and help the department to maintain UKAS accreditation.

We have a fantastic team of Chemical Pathologists and Clinical Scientists that you will be joining to provide a comprehensive biochemistry service.

The main base of work for the post will be discussed and agreed at appointment as it is flexible across the network sites.

There is a duty biochemist rota to cover the service.

Main duties of the job

• The holder of this post is expected to provide a comprehensive clinical biochemistry service for all users of the laboratory.
• The consultant will work with medical consultant colleagues to provide expert support for the diagnosis and management of biochemical clinical problems, advice on appropriate investigations on an individual patient basis and determine the repertoire provided by the clinical biochemistry department within the resources made available to the service.
• Opportunities also exist to participate in management and teaching. The post holder will actively engage in and develop, biochemistry services
• To have excellent team-working skills with the abilities and professional attitude to work well in a multi-professional team.
• To deliver clinical and quality targets agreed both nationally and locally with clinical teams and commissioners.

Working for your organisation

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We\'re on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it\'s a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we\'re determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you\'re ready to be part of a team that\'s dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let\'s make a difference together!

Pathology is a forward thinking, performance-driven service, always looking for new and innovative ways of working. You would be joining our team during a period of significant change, and be pivotal in developing the shape of our service in the future.