About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in Clinical Biochemistry department within the NHS East and Southeast London Pathology Partnership's (ESEL). We are a new organisation, jointly owned by Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. Set up as an arms-length organisation, hosted by Barts Health NHS Trust, we have our own board and governance framework, with each of the three trusts having an equal voice and vote in the running of the Pathology Partnership. One of the largest pathology providers in the NHS, the Pathology Partnership brings together the strengths of teams from each of the three trusts into a single organisation, dedicated to the provision of high quality and cost-effective pathology services.
Clinical Biochemistry spans an integrated network of 7 hospital laboratories, centred at The Royal London Hospital (RLH); a busy major trauma centre which hosts the London Air Ambulance, and connected to essential service laboratories which support local clinical specialities at our partnered hospital sites. Including St. Bartholomew Hospital, Whipps Cross Hospital, Newham Hospital, Homerton Hospital, Lewisham Hospital and Queens Elizabeth Hospital.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a strong team player with a positive attitude to work flexibly, committed to supporting local clinical services and meeting the needs of our patients by participating in the extended day, night, and weekend rosters.
The post holders must possess a thorough understanding of the technologies and methodologies relevant to Automated Biochemistry.The successful candidate will be primarily based at St Bartholomew's Hospital (SBH) laboratory will be expected to cover and support other ESEL sites depending on service demand. Candidate is also expected to participate in roster by working days, nights and weekends duties.
The successful Band 6 candidate MUST be registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist AND hold the followingo CPSM Log book (Clinical Biochemistry) if qualified before 2003. ORo Registration portfolio IBMS (Clinical Biochemistry 2003 to 2004) and Diploma in Biomedical Science IBMS (Blood Sciences 2005). ORo Specialist Diploma IBMS (Clinical Biochemistry 2005 onwards)Compliance to these criteria is mandatory and must be clearly recorded on application.
About us
The NHS East andSouth EastLondon Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.
The Pathology Partnership was formed in May 2021.Between 2021 and 2024 the Partnership undertook a complex transformation programme toestablisha single network of laboratories, underpinned by a single Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and single Quality Management System (QMS).
The Partnership has a main hub laboratory at the Royal London Hospital and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at the six other hospital sites served by the Partnership.
The Partnership has three operational divisions:
Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry
Microbiology and Virology
Cellular Pathology and Cancer Diagnostics
The 2024/25 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £121m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 860 WTE.
We strive to live by ourWeCarevalues and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate,cultivateand support an inclusive working environment.
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
If you require further information or would like to arrange an informal visit please contactNeha Thomas, ESL Operational lead for Blood Sciences, SBH (020 3465 7240) ([email protected] )________________________________________Please note: -
All staff identified as AT-RISK who meet the requirements of the post will be prioritised accordingly. Priority will initially be given to Barts Health employees. This does not apply to Comprehensive Local Research Network (CLRN) roles.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
BSc. Biomedical Science or equivalent Registered with the Health Professions Council as a Biomedical Scientist. Hold the following: ? CPSM Logbook (Clinical Biochemistry) if qualified before 2003. or ? Registration portfolio IBMS (Clinical Biochemistry 2003 to 2004) and Diploma in Biomedical Science IBMS (Blood Sciences 2005) or ? Specialist Diploma IBMS (Clinical Biochemistry 2005 onwards) Evidence of Continual Professional Development
Experience Essential
Worked as an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist. In a busy, acute medical clinical chemistry laboratory environment. Demonstrate ability to cope with competing priorities. Demonstrates an ability to respond to change. Experienced in a variety of diagnostics techniques in Clinical Biochemistry. Experienced using computerised laboratory information system Experienced evaluating the authenticity of patient results
Desirable
Experienced at optimizing, maintaining and troubleshooting the named equipment; ? p471 (Roche Diagnostics) ? p612 (Roche Diagnostics) ? c8100 (Roche Diagnostics) ? c8000 (Roche Diagnostics) ? cobas Pro (Roche Diagnostics) ? OSM1 (Advance Instruments Inc.) ? D100 (BioRad Laboratories) ? LCMS (Waters Ltd) ? AA (Perkin Elmer) Experienced using the following named IT systems ? WinPath Enterprise (Clinisys) ? Infinity (Roche Diagnostics) ? Optimal Inventory Management System (Roche Diagnostics) ? Quality Management / Q-Pulse (Gael) Demonstrate ability to use own initiative when dealing with patients/staff to solve problems Experience of staff supervision
Knowledge Essential
H&S legislation and procedures Specialist knowledge in Clinical Biochemistry. Quality management system
Desirable
Knowledge of current requirements for training and career progression
Skills Essential
Competent in routine laboratory techniques and troubleshooting Ability to analyse, interpret and present routine data/results/concepts Working knowledge of word processing & spreadsheet packages
Communications Essential
Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal)
Specific requirements Essential
Reliable, responsible, organised person Able to work as part of a team Good interpersonal skills Adaptable and flexible Respects confidentiality
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Employer details Employer name Barts Health NHS Trust
Address St Bartholomew's Hospital
London
EC1A 7BE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)