Trainee Biomedical Scientist Band 4-6 Blood Sciences

at  Integrated Pathology Partnerships Limited

Specific Responsibilities: Assist and carry out duties as directed in the following areas: Health & safety Audit Training Incident / Exceptions Reporting Quality Assurance / Quality Control Responsibilities: Be able to rotate through all areas of the laboratory required (dependent on qualifications, experience and training) performing all designated duties in accordance with local working practices whilst maintaining high personal standards and conforming to Health and Safety regulations. Perform routine and specialist biomedical investigationsand participate daily in the scientific and technical activities of the laboratory section, which may include specimen reception functions, under the supervision of Biomedical Scientists. Cytoscreeners report opinions in line with BAC code of practice. Participate in and assist with clinical trials, the development of new tests and research & validation of equipment ensuringat all timescompliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management policies and practices.
Propose changes to standard operating procedures as requiredin order todevelop and streamline the service or to reflect other changes. Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory. Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarityat all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results.
Attend and participate positively in laboratory and other meetings as directed by Laboratory managers. As directed by senior laboratory staff, plan and prioritise work allocations, training plans, audits of both yourself and junior staff, responding appropriately to the needs of routine and urgent activities. Provide supervision, training and professional leadership to junior staff which includes monitoring their performance against laboratory standards and their training plans. Encourage active participation in continuous professional development and support the introduction ofnew technologiesand / or systems by being a change advocate, and active mentor and a tutor to junior staff.
Use consumables and equipment within your allocated section responsibility and be responsible for stock control audits and recording through approved channels as required. Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff and enter the information in the CAPA module of Q-pulse in a timely manner as directed by senior staff. Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff. Demonstrate on going competency against training plans andparticipate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.
Other: Be an ambassador for Diversity and Inclusion. Communicate and role model the values and behaviours of SYNLAB. Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Undertake any other reasonable duty, when requested to do so by an appropriate manager.
Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities. Complete all statutory, mandatory and essential training within timeframes specified. Safety: Observe safety regulations and attend mandatory fire, manual handling and other courses as required. Report all incidents and adverse events to managers and assist in the investigations of any incidents.
Participate in risk assessment monitoring. Ensure that the equipment within area of work is maintained and operated as per SOPs

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