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Pre-Registration Clinical Scientist

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT

Salisbury

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Salisbury offers a full-time role for a pre-registration Clinical Scientist in the oncology team. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and experience in scientific laboratories. Responsibilities include diagnosing genetic diseases, providing clinical liaison, and maintaining effective communication. Commitment to professional development in a supportive environment is essential. The role requires a minimum of 0.8 WTE with opportunities for flexible working hours.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible working environment

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

Relevant degree required, minimum Class 2ii.
Experience in scientific laboratory is essential.
Experience in data analysis and report writing is essential.

Responsibilities

Provide integrated cancer diagnostic genetic services.
Diagnose genetic diseases with autonomy.
Ensure effective communication with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

IT skills

Education

Degree in relevant science subject

MSc or Ph.D. in relevant subject

Tools

Laboratory information management system

Word processing software

Spreadsheet software

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

An exciting internal opportunity has arisen for the appointment of one full time (minimum 0.8 WTE) permanent pre-registration Clinical Scientists (Band 6) working within the oncology team at the Wessex Genomics Laboratory Service (WGLS - Salisbury).

We are inviting applications from hard working, self-motivated individuals who wish to work towards HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist within Molecular Genetics or Developing Sciences. Experience working as a Specialist Health Care Science Practitioner or equivalent is a requirement to apply for this role.

The role requires a commitment to submission of a portfolio of evidence to the Association of Clinical Scientists (ACS) in order to obtain the certificate of equivalence necessary for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Candidates should familiarise themselves with this process prior to application.

Candidates will be expected to demonstrate the appropriate level of self-motivation and self-directed learning required to achieve this objective and should recognise that a time commitment outside of work will likely be necessary.

Training will be overseen by appropriate senior staff and will be directed in accordance with diagnostic service requirements. A bespoke training plan will be devised in collaboration with each trainee.

The successful candidate will have a sound knowledge of diagnostic laboratory genetics and the ability to critically analyse and interpret scientific data and compile genomic reports.

In addition, excellent communication skills are essential, to ensure effective multi-disciplinary team-working and the communication of complex information to service users.

Please note, the successful candidates would be expected to work the standard departmental hours of 9am-5.30pm and a minimum 0.8WTE.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

If you are already an NHS employee and are applying for an Apprentice - Annex 21 vacancy you may be entitled to pay protection.

Pay protection applies where the role you are applying for is at the same AFC band or higher, and you would receive less in pay compared with your current salary due to annex 21.

Please see the NHS Employers Apprenticeship Pay Guidance and FAQs for further information and eligible criteria:

Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS Employers

These roles are funded by the Government Apprenticeship Scheme and do not attract visa sponsorship.

You may be eligible if you have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least the previous 3 years.
You must also have permission from the UK government to live in the UK (not for educational purposes) or have obtained pre-settled or settled status under EU Settlement Scheme.

Main Responsibilities

To contribute to the provision of an integrated cancer diagnostic genetic service for the Central South Coast Region, together with national and international referrals, as part of the Central and South Genomic Laboratory Hub
To employ all the competences required of a Pre-registration Clinical Scientist to diagnose genetic disease.
To work with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility within clearly defined occupational policies and procedures, performing a clinical / scientist / technical role, accountable to and managed by a Registered Clinical Scientist.
To continuously develop their clinical, scientific or technical practice within a defined field.
To provide clinical liaison with an appropriate high level of scientific knowledge, skill and expertise.
To gain experience in the other specialist sections of the department.

Communication And Relationship Skills

Ability to provide, receive and communicate complex specialist information to colleagues within the Laboratory as well as (under appropriate supervision) to other Departments within the Trust
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with members of staff of all levels and to be an effective team member.
Training new staff in a clear and encouraging manner.

Analytical And Judgement Skills

Analyse and interpret genomic variant data
To provide advice on analytical procedures and interpretation of results that have been reported
To ensure accurate entry of patient data into the computerised laboratory information management system.
Must have good IT skills and knowledge of common computing packages for word processing, spreadsheets, presentation packages and databases and the ability to utilise a wide variety of web-based specialised genetic resources.
To be competent in using the Department’s computer system for inputting data & checking, amending and commenting upon data provided by others.
To be competent in the use of novel analytical packages and on-line resources as they become available for use in the diagnostic service.
To take responsibility for day-to-day aspects of genetic testing but understand their limitations and liaise with more senior colleagues when required
Demonstrate effective time-management and ability to prioritise workload
Ensure implementation of policies and propose changes of practice.
To participate in the preparation of the department for Accreditation

Planning And Organisational Skills

To be personally responsible for his/her own work and workload management, working with a high degree of autonomy, subject to the supervision and direction of their Line Manager or other designated senior staff
Plan workload for a range of activities within the area of work including adjustments and emergencies as required and to assist in the long-term planning for the service.
Demonstrate effective time-management and ability to prioritise workload
To liaise with others on day-to-day operations to ensure smooth running of the service overall and be able to respond to changing requirements.
To participate in relevant internal and external quality control procedures. This includes clinical audit, incident investigation, reporting and EQA schemes.
To ensure that any relevant junior members of staff are aware of statutory requirements, codes of practice, safety regulations and operational policies of the department and to be aware of these measures as applied to other parts of the WRGL.
To ensure that the risk management and risk reporting strategy functions effectively in accordance with local and Trust policy.
To monitor their own performance and that of any staff reporting to them.
The post holder will occasionally participate in medium-term service development and enhancement.

Person specification

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