Biomedical ScientistinStanmoreinStanmorePUBLISHED THU 7 NOV 2024
Opportunity to work within a prestigious institution, The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital is renowned for its focus on orthopaedics, providing a unique environment for biomedical scientists.
Advanced practitioner role, The position offers the chance to specialize in advanced practitioner specimen dissection, enhancing professional skills and career prospects.
Contribution to patient care, Biomedical scientists play a crucial role in diagnosing and understanding medical conditions, directly impacting patient outcomes.
Professional development, The role requires maintaining a portfolio for Continuing Professional Development (CPD), promoting lifelong learning and career advancement.
Leadership opportunities, The position involves supervising junior staff and coordinating laboratory activities, fostering leadership skills and experience.
Autonomy in work, Biomedical scientists operate with a level of independence while still being part of a collaborative team, allowing for personal initiative in skilled tasks.
Research and innovation, The role includes the selection and preparation of specimens for research use, contributing to advancements in medical science and treatment methodologies.
The Biomedical Scientist position at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust in Stanmore involves adhering to professional standards as a registrant of the Health Professions Council (HPC) and maintaining a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) portfolio. The role requires compliance with operational procedures, good laboratory practices, ISO15189:2012, and Clinical Pathology Accreditation (UK).
Key responsibilities include advancing practitioner specimen dissection, particularly for fresh and fixed bone and soft tissue surgical samples, and participating in the department's rota. The role also involves training and supervising BMS and junior lab staff, managing daily laboratory operations, and ensuring adherence to the IBMS/RCPath portfolio of excellence standards.
The position demands skilled performance in dissection techniques, overseeing specimen processing, and utilizing digital dictation for reporting. The successful candidate is expected to complete all required training and competency in advanced dissection within two years of employment.
Key responsibilities include advancing practitioner specimen dissection, particularly for fresh and fixed bone and soft tissue surgical samples, and participating in the department's rota. The role also involves training and supervising BMS and junior lab staff, managing daily laboratory operations, and ensuring adherence to the IBMS/RCPath portfolio of excellence standards.
The position demands skilled performance in dissection techniques, overseeing specimen processing, and utilizing digital dictation for reporting. The successful candidate is expected to complete all required training and competency in advanced dissection within two years of employment.
Opportunity to work within a prestigious institution, The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital is renowned for its focus on orthopaedics, providing a unique environment for biomedical scientists.
Advanced practitioner role, The position offers the chance to specialize in advanced practitioner specimen dissection, enhancing professional skills and career prospects.
Contribution to patient care, Biomedical scientists play a crucial role in diagnosing and understanding medical conditions, directly impacting patient outcomes.
Professional development, The role requires maintaining a portfolio for Continuing Professional Development (CPD), promoting lifelong learning and career advancement.
Leadership opportunities, The position involves supervising junior staff and coordinating laboratory activities, fostering leadership skills and experience.
Autonomy in work, Biomedical scientists operate with a level of independence while still being part of a collaborative team, allowing for personal initiative in skilled tasks.
Research and innovation, The role includes the selection and preparation of specimens for research use, contributing to advancements in medical science and treatment methodologies.
As a Biomedical Scientist the post holder will be expected to work within the professional standards as a registrant of the Health Professions Council (HPC) and maintain a portfolio of evidence supporting Continuing Professional development (CPD).
The post holder will be required to conform to agreed standard operational procedures, policies and good laboratory practice and also within their work duties comply with the standards as required of ISO15189:2and Clinical Pathology Accreditation (UK).
This post is associated with the implementation of a high level of advance practitioner specimen dissection as part of the IBMS/RCPath portfolio of excellence.
To develop and maintain advance practitioner (AP) cut up as the area of specialist interest and contribute to its implementation and development.
To undertake AP cut up of fresh and fixed bone and soft tissue surgical specimens as part of the department's rota in conjunction with the deputy laboratory manager.
To be responsible for and undertake appropriate training and competency for AP dissection as laid out in the IBMS/RCPath portfolio of excellence and complete within two years of taking the post.
To deliver a range of scientific work demanding skilled performance working with some autonomy but within the overall responsibility of the head of department.
To oversee, coordinate and manage the daily workload in the laboratory.
To supervise and coordinate activities of the BMS staff and junior lab staff. Provide training of BMS/lab staff in laboratory techniques and processes.
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- Dissecting all surgical specimens
- Selecting the areas of tissue to sample to be used as the basis of histopathology reports
- Selecting and freezing representative normal and tumour tissue for the tissue bank store
- Using the digital dictation system to create the macro descriptions of the samples used in departmental reports
- Maintain highly developed skills and experience in dissection and examination of bone and soft tissue surgical specimens.
- Ensure all specimens for decalcification are monitored regularly and processed as soon as possible
*Please see the attached Job Description and Person specification for more information on the role requirements and duties.
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To work as a Biomedical Scientist in the UK, you typically need a combination of educational qualifications, practical experience, and specific skills. Here’s a breakdown of the key skills and attributes required:
Educational Qualifications
1. Degree in Biomedical Science or Related Field: A bachelor's degree in biomedical science, biology, biochemistry, or a related subject is usually necessary. Some roles may require a master’s degree.
2. Registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC): After obtaining your degree, you must register with the HCPC to practice as a Biomedical Scientist in the UK.
Essential Skills
1. Technical Skills: Proficiency in laboratory techniques and equipment, including microscopy, culture techniques, and analytical methods.
2. Attention to Detail: Precision is crucial in laboratory work; small errors can lead to incorrect diagnoses or results.
3. Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret data and understand research methodologies.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: Aptitude for troubleshooting laboratory procedures and addressing unexpected issues.
5. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate findings clearly, both in writing and verbally, to colleagues and healthcare professionals.
6. Teamwork Skills: Capability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team and collaborate with other professionals.
7. Organisational Skills: Managing multiple tasks, prioritising work, and meeting deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
8. Computer Literacy: Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and data analysis software.
Personal Attributes
1. Ethics and Integrity: Understanding and adherence to professional standards and regulations, including patient confidentiality and health safety protocols.
2. Resilience and Adaptability: Ability to handle the emotional challenges of working in a healthcare environment, including dealing with complex cases.
Additional Training and Development
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Engaging in lifelong learning to keep up with advancements in biomedical science and healthcare practices.
- Specialised Training: Depending on the specific area of biomedical science you wish to focus on (e.g., microbiology, haematology, or clinical biochemistry), additional qualifications or training might be beneficial.
Work Experience
- Clinical Placement or Laboratory Experience: Hands-on experience gained through internships, placements, or laboratory technician roles can greatly enhance your application and skills.
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