Senior Biomedical Scientist (Training Officer) | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Band 7 Biomedical Scientist, Training Officer, to join the friendly team in the Cellular Pathology department at Broomfield Hospital.
Cellular Pathology at Broomfield Hospital is a busy department that incorporates Histology and Non-gynae sample preparations. The department handles approximately 30,000 specimens p.a. (including non-gynae cytology) and specialises in Breast, urology, skin, H&N and upper GI.
The laboratory is working towards accreditation and is licensed by HTA.
You will be required to participate in all areas of the department, on a rotational basis. The post-holder will be required to obtain and maintain competency in all relevant aspects of the laboratory.
You will be required to manage staff training and development and to organise a robust and fluid work flow to aid TAT and Trust directives
To work as part of a team to provide a high quality, cost effective and timely Histology service, as required by the Trust and its users.
If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!- To manage training and a smooth, effective workflow through the department to facilitate departmental and Trust guidelines whilst ensuring safe service delivery and maintenance of expected TATs.
- To work as part of a team to provide a high quality, cost effective and timely Histology service, as required by the Trust and service users.
- To participate in all aspects of the histology department, using technical expertise to a high standard throughout all investigations and meeting deadlines as required for subsequent patient care.
- To ensure that the demands of the department are managed to facilitate a high quality of work with an efficient workflow.
- To be involved in, and in some cases responsible for, service developments.
- To manage and support in the training of trainee BMS staff, Associate Practitioners and Medical Laboratory Assistants and contribute to their development.
- To participate in recruitment of staff. To carry out appraisal of staff.
- To be responsible for QC and QA in area of responsibility, ensuring non-conformances are investigated, documented and changes to practice identified where necessary, in association with the Quality Lead.
- To participate in and undertake audit.
- To be responsible for writing and maintaining SOPs in area of responsibility.
- To report, investigate and monitor errors and incidents as per policies.
- To be responsible for risk and COSHH assessments in area of responsibility.
- To cross-deputise for other Senior BMS staff as required
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook – if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!
We look forward to receiving your application!
This advert closes on Friday 21 Feb 2025