[ref. l3230904] Senior Biomedical Scientist and Laboratory Safety Officer
NHS Jobs London
The post holder will be an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist and will act as a lead specialist whose role is to help deliver a reference and medical laboratory service to achieve the objectives of efficient and effective patient care and resource management for the users of this specialist reference laboratory.
This includes working exclusively with Mycobacteria spp., including those in Hazard Group 3, in a containment level 3 environment. The post-holder will supervise non state registered scientists and support staff in that section while acting as part of the team by being involved in performing the tests being carried out.
The post holder will play a key role in the implementation and upkeep of Health and Safety procedures in the department and ensuring that the laboratory complies with all relevant H&S legislation as well as training all staff in H&S related issues.
The post holder will also act as the Deputy Laboratory Manager in the absence of or by delegation by the NMRS-S laboratory manager. All AfC band 7/SEO grade NMRS-S staff job descriptions will contain the responsibility of performing the Deputy Laboratory Manager role as assigned on a rotational basis Key responsibilities for this job, include: General Follow agreed protocols and policies in accordance with UKHSA policies and procedures.
Perform manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations, interpret and record test results according to given Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including performing genotypic (molecular) tests, which are complex technical procedures.
Supervise and check work of all non-state registered staff when they perform manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations, according to given SOPs, including performing genotypic (molecular) tests, which are complex technical procedures.
This supervision will extend to persons seconded to the NMRS-South for periods of technical training. Technically validate reports, which may include highly complex results, as required. Provide technical advice and results to all users, as required.
Ensure that all reagents are prepared, stored and used in a manner suitable for patient investigations. Measure and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures. Assess, initiate and monitor appropriate action when a situation may cause service delivery failure.
Assess the clinical relevance and importance of diagnostic test requests, work in progress and test results. Use interpretive skills and follow SOPs to determine the pathogenic and clinical significance of laboratory results. Write, prepare, review and comply with standard documents and draft SOPs as required.
Contribute to the development, evaluation and introduction of new methodologies as required. Deputy Laboratory Manager As delegated by or in the absence of the NMRS-S laboratory manager, the post holder will also act as the deputy laboratory manager.
To agree safety objectives with managed staff, to review performance at appraisal and to ensure regular meetings take place to ensure adequate execution of safety responsibilities. To ensure that relevant UKHSA health and safety policies are implemented within the unit.
To ensure that risk assessments are carried out and reviewed for all new and existing work and that controls are implemented, monitored, and maintained. To escalate risks that cannot be controlled via the Laboratory Manager, Clinical Lead and Regional Head of Operations.
To ensure safety inspections and audit programmes are carried out in accordance with UKHSA safety policies. To ensure safety is an agenda item at management and staff meetings and raise relevant safety issues with the Clinical Lead of the NMRS-S, Regional Head of Operations for London, Lead Public Health Microbiologist for London and Director of Operations for Specialist Microbiology Services.
To ensure all return to work meetings are undertaken in accordance with the UKHSA Sickness Absence and Control procedure. To ensure that incidents and accidents are reported on a timely basis and that the UKHSAs statutory responsibilities for health, safety and welfare matters are fulfilled e.g. Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations.
To ensure attendance at relevant safety committees and that joint working takes place with laboratory safety managers. To attend appropriate absence management training as outlined in the UKHSA Sickness Absence and Control Procedure. To observe the immunisation policy, safety regulations and attend mandatory fire, manual handling training, etc.
Please see the job description for full list of duties and responsibilities. Selection Process Details: This vacancy will be assessed using a competency-based framework which will assess your qualifications, knowledge and experience and / or skills and abilities outlined in the essential criteria.
Shortlisting: In the event of a large number of applications we will shortlist on: Experience training and supervising a team Full conversant of working in a regulated environment with quality systems and knowledge of UKAS and ISO 15189 quality standards HCPC registration If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview and assessment Please do not exceed 1250 words.
We will not consider any words over and above this number. Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV. Feedback will not be provided at this stage.
Stage 2: Interview You will be invited to a face to face interview. In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview. Knowledge, experience, skills & abilities will be tested at interview. There will be a presentation. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available.
You may want to save a copy for your records. Location This role is being offered as office/lab based at our site in Colindale, NW9 5EQ. Please note that hybrid working is not available for this role. Eligibility Criteria Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including by definition internal applicants).
Security Clearance Level Requirement Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed Counter Terrorism Check.
For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance.
This includes working exclusively with Mycobacteria spp., including those in Hazard Group 3, in a containment level 3 environment. The post-holder will supervise non state registered scientists and support staff in that section while acting as part of the team by being involved in performing the tests being carried out.
The post holder will also be expected to train other professional groups such as junior medical staff. As a Senior Biomedical Scientist (BMS), the post holder will be expected to contribute to the daily diagnostic work performed by the laboratory, including (but not limited to) the examination of direct patient samples, microscopy and cultures from these samples, molecular testing of positive cultures (including rapid PCR, WGS, etc) and DST testing by different methodologies (such as MIC, liquid DSTs, etc).
Samples examined include respiratory samples (e.g., sputum), cerebrospinal fluid, pleural fluid, urine, blood/serum, faeces, pus and other body fluids and tissues. Animal samples may also be examined. In addition to the H&S expected of this job role the post holder, in collaboration with the Laboratory Manager and with the support of designated support staff and complying with safety policies and procedures, will act as Laboratory Safety Officer (LSO).The post holder will play a key role in the implementation and upkeep of Health and Safety procedures in the department and ensuring that the laboratory complies with all relevant H&S legislation as well as training all staff in H&S related issues.
The post holder will also act as the Deputy Laboratory Manager in the absence of or by delegation by the NMRS-S laboratory manager. All AfC band 7/SEO grade NMRS-S staff job descriptions will contain the responsibility of performing the Deputy Laboratory Manager role as assigned on a rotational basis Key responsibilities for this job, include: General Follow agreed protocols and policies in accordance with UKHSA policies and procedures.
Perform manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations, interpret and record test results according to given Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including performing genotypic (molecular) tests, which are complex technical procedures.
Supervise and check work of all non-state registered staff when they perform manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations, according to given SOPs, including performing genotypic (molecular) tests, which are complex technical procedures.
This supervision will extend to persons seconded to the NMRS-South for periods of technical training. Technically validate reports, which may include highly complex results, as required. Provide technical advice and results to all users, as required.
Ensure that all reagents are prepared, stored and used in a manner suitable for patient investigations. Measure and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures. Assess, initiate and monitor appropriate action when a situation may cause service delivery failure.
Assess the clinical relevance and importance of diagnostic test requests, work in progress and test results. Use interpretive skills and follow SOPs to determine the pathogenic and clinical significance of laboratory results. Write, prepare, review and comply with standard documents and draft SOPs as required.
Contribute to the development, evaluation and introduction of new methodologies as required. Deputy Laboratory Manager As delegated by or in the absence of the NMRS-S laboratory manager, the post holder will also act as the deputy laboratory manager.
All AfC band 7 NMRS-S staff job descriptions will contain the responsibility of performing the deputy laboratory manager role as assigned on a rotational basis. Laboratory Safety Officer In addition to the H&S expected of this job role the post holder, in collaboration with the Laboratory Manager and with the support of designated support staff and complying with safety policies and procedures, has additional responsibilities: To ensure health, safety and welfare are afforded priority, to lead in conducting regular safety tours and to lead by example.
To be responsible, through the NMRS-S Clinical Lead and Regional Head of Operations, for all aspects of health, safety and welfare of self, staff and visitors. To ensure attendance of self and staff on safety training courses as required in the UKHSA Health and Safety Training Policy and other safety policies as appropriate.To agree safety objectives with managed staff, to review performance at appraisal and to ensure regular meetings take place to ensure adequate execution of safety responsibilities. To ensure that relevant UKHSA health and safety policies are implemented within the unit.
To ensure that risk assessments are carried out and reviewed for all new and existing work and that controls are implemented, monitored, and maintained. To escalate risks that cannot be controlled via the Laboratory Manager, Clinical Lead and Regional Head of Operations.
To ensure safety inspections and audit programmes are carried out in accordance with UKHSA safety policies. To ensure safety is an agenda item at management and staff meetings and raise relevant safety issues with the Clinical Lead of the NMRS-S, Regional Head of Operations for London, Lead Public Health Microbiologist for London and Director of Operations for Specialist Microbiology Services.
To ensure all return to work meetings are undertaken in accordance with the UKHSA Sickness Absence and Control procedure. To ensure that incidents and accidents are reported on a timely basis and that the UKHSAs statutory responsibilities for health, safety and welfare matters are fulfilled e.g. Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations.
To ensure attendance at relevant safety committees and that joint working takes place with laboratory safety managers. To attend appropriate absence management training as outlined in the UKHSA Sickness Absence and Control Procedure. To observe the immunisation policy, safety regulations and attend mandatory fire, manual handling training, etc.
Please see the job description for full list of duties and responsibilities. Selection Process Details: This vacancy will be assessed using a competency-based framework which will assess your qualifications, knowledge and experience and / or skills and abilities outlined in the essential criteria.
Stage 1: Application & Sift You will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 10 essential criteria that have been selected from the job description, and this will be in the form of: an application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application) a 1250 word Statement of Suitability This should outline how your skills, experience, and knowledge, provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.
The Application form and Statement of Suitability will be marked separately, and you must pass both to move forward to interview. Longlisting: In the event of a large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of: Meets all essential criteria Meets some essential criteria Meets no essential criteria Please note all those applications meeting all the essential criteria will be taken through to shortlisting.Shortlisting: In the event of a large number of applications we will shortlist on: Experience training and supervising a team Full conversant of working in a regulated environment with quality systems and knowledge of UKAS and ISO 15189 quality standards HCPC registration If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview and assessment Please do not exceed 1250 words.
We will not consider any words over and above this number. Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV. Feedback will not be provided at this stage.
Stage 2: Interview You will be invited to a face to face interview. In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview. Knowledge, experience, skills & abilities will be tested at interview. There will be a presentation. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available.
You may want to save a copy for your records. Location This role is being offered as office/lab based at our site in Colindale, NW9 5EQ. Please note that hybrid working is not available for this role. Eligibility Criteria Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including by definition internal applicants).
Security Clearance Level Requirement Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed Counter Terrorism Check.
For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance.
UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder / Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice.
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