Senior Medical Scientist - Histology

at  Blackrock Health Blackrock Clinic

Blackrock Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics.
Blackrock Clinic is now part of Blackrock Health private hospital group along with the Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare. As a JCI accredited hospital, Blackrock Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do.
Job Title: Senior Medical Scientist Histology
Reports: Chief Medical Scientist Histology
Accountable: Pathology Manager

QUALIFICATIONS

a) Possess an appropriate Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Biomedical Sciences from an approved university
OR
b) Possess the Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences of the Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street or the Regional Technical College, Cork awarded prior to 1994
OR
c) Possess a recognised qualification at least equivalent to (a) or (c) above

2. COMMUNICATION SKILLS

2.1 Maintain documents and records according to the laboratory quality management system and procedures of Blackrock Clinic.
2.2 Communicate appropriately with consultants, colleagues and other health professionals, recording all communications according to hospital and laboratory policies.
2.3 Deal with queries and problems arising in the department in a timely and appropriate manner and referring unresolved issues to management.
2.4 Recognise self-limitations and seek assistance when required
2.5 Attend and contribute to staff meetings and other pathology meetings. Where appropriate ensure minutes are recorded and communicated.
2.6 Communicate in a manner that avoids antagonism, reduces conflict, prevents undue anxiety and promotes healthy working relationships.
2.7 Ensure clear and accurate communication is maintained with the consultant histopathologist.

JOB PURPOSE

• Perform as part of a team within the relevant department and throughout the laboratory to ensure that the laboratory delivers a quality service to the users of the service.
• Work towards meeting the quality objectives of the laboratory and the Blackrock Clinic and assist the pathology manager and quality co-ordinator in leading the staff towards achieving these quality objectives.
• Practise within the Codes of Practice, Rules and Guidelines set out by the Academy of Medical Science and comply with the policies and procedures of Blackrock Clinic.
• Be professionally accountable to the patient.
• Be personally accountable for own actions at all times.