Senior Biomedical Scientist -Training Officer (Maternity Cover)

at  North Bristol NHS Trust

The Neuropathology Department at Southmead Hospital is seeking a HCPC-registered Senior Biomedical Scientist to join our IBMS accredited training laboratory.
Experience of active participation on UKAS/HTA quality assessments and accreditation visits is essential.
Some previous experience of working in a busy NHS pathology laboratory is desirable and membership of the IBMS is an advantage. As a Biomedical Scientist you will be expected to be involved with all aspects of the service, a broad range of immunohistochemical tests and special stains. The successful applicant will be expected to have successfully completed the IBMS Registration Portfolio, but consideration will be made to those who are currently undertaking the portfolio or equivalent.
The ideal candidate will be organised, keen to learn and reliable. They must be able to work effectively as part of a small team, as well as being able to work independently. Excellent communication skills are required and must have attention to detail. Some knowledge of BSN EN ISO: 15189 would be an advantage.
This position makes a great secondment opportunity for any biomedical scientist looking to develop their career further.
The role is part time (18.75 hours), across Monday to Friday, days/hours to be discussed, maternity cover for 1 year and based in the Pathology Sciences Buildings in Southmead Hospital.

KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Knowledge of relevant operating procedures used in the Department, including those relating to health & safety

SKILLS:

The ability to follow operating procedures, and to participate in the development and review process for managing these document

Ensure safe working laboratory practices in the department in compliance with the Trust and departmental policies and procedures, including safe checks of samples received, accurate entry of information to the laboratory information and management system (LIMS).
Adhere to good quality procedures and practices to ensure continuing provision of a high quality service.
Operate with the quality management and clinical governance processes currently in place in the department to maintain UKAS accreditation with ISO 15189: 2012/2022.
Participate and be competent in all sections of the laboratory to produce a timely and high quality service to users.
Participate in education and training for other members of staff to include carrying out monthly training reviews with all staff and maintaining competencies.
Support members of staff who are currently undertaking IBMS portfolios.
To review the departmental training policies in line with UKAS accreditation.
Undertake other duties that may be required appropriate to training and responsibilities of the grade.
Assist in maintenance of supplies within the department.
Perform immunohistochemical techniques as detailed in SOPs.
Using specialist knowledge, process urgent surgical frozen sections, including sectioning and staining for rapid diagnosis.
Assist in the preparation and updating of departmental documentation
We are a small, hard-working, close knit team striving to get the best results possible for the care of the patients.
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered. We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services. North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an antidiscriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more detailed information.