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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must be HCPC registered, have extensive viro-serology experience, possess an IBMS specialist portfolio, and demonstrate skills in result validation, health & safety, automation, and teamwork.
  • You will validate serology results, manage the lab team, ensure quality systems, train staff, collaborate with biochemistry, oversee shifts, and maintain high service standards across six sites.

Requirements

  • - Band 7 Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Senior Biomedical Scientist team leader
  • - Proven extensive post HCPC experience in viro-serology
  • - An IBMS specialist portfolio in virology or equivalent demonstrable knowledge/ experience
  • - Highly competent in serology result validation
  • - Good knowledge of health & safety processes
  • - Good knowledge of automation
  • - Good knowledge of communication
  • - Good knowledge of team working
  • - Good supervisory skills
  • - Desire to learn and develop within busy laboratories

Responsibilities

  • Applicants should be highly competent in serology result validation and will have responsibility for delivering a high-quality routine laboratory diagnostic service managing the technical team & ensuring smooth running of the laboratory.
  • Good knowledge of health & safety processes, automation, communication, team working, and supervisory skills are essential to guide and manage the junior technical staff.
  • You will also play a crucial role in managing our department’s quality systems and maintaining UKAS accreditation.
  • As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to train the next generation of scientists, passing on your knowledge and passion for your discipline.
  • As both biochemistry and serology assays are performed on same platforms, the successful candidate will be expected to work with biochemistry team in harmonisation.
  • The laboratory is covered for 24 hours seven days a week and the successful candidate would be expected to participate in the late/weekend shifts and contribute to the continuity and quality of care for patients in the Trust hospitals.
  • Staff are also expected to work across our six hospital sites when required.
  • In this role, you will be instrumental in maintaining and developing the high-quality services our laboratory provides, ensuring our clinical users receive the best service possible.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Biomedical Scientist position?

Applicants must be HCPC registered Senior Biomedical Scientists with proven extensive post HCPC experience in viro-serology and an IBMS specialist portfolio in virology or equivalent demonstrable knowledge/experience.

What is the main responsibility of this role?

The main responsibility is to manage the technical team, ensure the smooth running of the laboratory, and deliver a high-quality routine laboratory diagnostic service.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, there are opportunities for personal and professional development, including the chance to train the next generation of scientists within the team.

How often does the laboratory operate?

The laboratory is operational 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Will the successful candidate be required to work outside of normal hours?

Yes, the successful candidate is expected to participate in late and weekend shifts.

Is UKAS accreditation management part of the role?

Yes, maintaining and managing the department’s quality systems and UKAS accreditation is a crucial part of the role.

What benefits does the organization offer?

Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programs, staff awards, recognition schemes, and options for schemes like Cycle to Work, car leasing, and season ticket loans.

When does the NWLP induction take place?

The NWLP induction runs on the first Monday of each month, provided it does not fall on a bank holiday.

Who should I contact for further details or informal visits regarding this position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Dipti Patel, the Infection and Immunity Lead, at dipti.patel8@nhs.net.

Will I have the opportunity to work across multiple hospital sites?

Yes, staff are expected to work across the six hospital sites when required.

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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

St Mary’s, Hammersmith, Charing Cross, Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea and the Western Eye hospitals in London

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1823
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in England, providing acute and specialist healthcare services. It operates five hospitals in London, delivering a broad range of healthcare services, including world-class care in areas such as cardiology, cancer, and trauma. The Trust's mission is to improve the quality of life for patients by providing excellent healthcare, advancing medical knowledge through research, and training the next generation of healthcare professionals. Their purpose is to deliver the best possible care, driven by innovation and research.