Job summary
We are seeking to recruit a permanent Band 6 BMS to join the Immunology team. Working primarily in the Automated Biochemistry Department, the successful candidate may also be required to work across the other specialist sections in biochemistry,

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment that offers continual growth and the chance to expand your knowledge, skills, and experience. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in all stages of the laboratory process.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated, hard-working individual able to demonstrate a flexible approach to work. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the 24 hour/seven day service after a period of suitable training.

You will also engage in professional development activities, such as participating in CPD to maintain HCPC registration, attending training courses, and contributing to the training of other staff and healthcare professionals. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

This post is based in the automated biochemistry laboratory at St Georges or at any of the South West London Pathology sites as and when necessary. During the life of the contract the post may transition to a purpose-built laboratory within the boundary of the SWLP network.

Main duties of the job

• Provides specialist clinical technical services to patients that may include research and audit samples
• Contributes to providing a professional clinical laboratory service, working effectively as a team member as part of the overall department.
• Able to perform all core scientific and interpretive work, which corresponds to the training and qualifications of a Registered Biomedical Scientist.
• To assist in training and supervising staff and deputising for the Advanced Biomedical Scientist when necessary.

About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

Job responsibilities

• To be proficient in designated areas of diagnostic work within the department and to provide a comprehensive and appropriate laboratory service to patients and staff.
• To undertake a range of diagnostic tests and screening procedures through to initial interpretation.
• To ensure that test procedures are carried out according to SOPs, assess that other junior staff are competent and participate in their regular review and update.
• To undertake technical validation of highly complex results from laboratory investigations to ensure accuracy and precision as specified by laboratory protocols
• To measure and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures.
• To carry out corrective action when quality control and assurance procedures indicate loss of performance.
• To take part in duties without supervision at a level of autonomy requiring decision making but can refer to more senior or medical staff for support.
• Ensure documentation is maintained to UKAS standards
• Identify and report clinical risks so that appropriate action can be taken in accordance with the Trust risk management policy
• Maintain, update and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills.
• Participated in an annual appraisal process where objectives will be agreed, performance monitored and personal development needs discussed.
• Conduct audits as required.
• To work within the SWLP Quality Management Systems.

Person Specification
Knowledge and experience
Essential

• Able to follow written methodologies or protocols
• Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Use of enhanced pathology computer systems and associated middleware
• Evidence of preparation of laboratory processes and procedures
• Excellent working knowledge of all aspects of Immunology techniques
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation legislation, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of quality management systems
• Experience of training staff
• Excellent pipetting skills
• Good understanding of IQC
• Experience of using manual techniques in a clinical Immunology setting
• IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Immunology or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Experience of clinical governance issues

Qualifications and Training
Essential

• HCPC registration
• A minimum of 2 years experience at a band 5
• Membership of a professional body

Desirable

• Evidence of post graduate study

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).