Job summary
We are looking for a HCPC registered biomedical Scientist to join our team as a Senior BMS. The department is happy to consider candidates with suitable experience but who do not hold a relevant Masters Degree, if the individual is successful they will be appointed under Annex 21 Band 7 terms and conditions and expected to complete the MSc.
The role is to act as supervisor within Special Service areas of the department in the general running of a sub section responsible for a new Tandem Mass Spec Therapeutic drug monitoring service, in order to maintain provision of a high quality service to patients.
Also to assist in the development and implementation of assay as required in the area of work.
We therefore require a well-motivated, self-starting enthusiastic individual to lead this new and innovative service, and participate fully in the development and implementation of all innovations.
The department is happy to consider candidates with suitable experience but who do not hold a relevant Master's Degree, if the individual not holding a relevant MSc is successful they will be appointed under Annex 21 Band 7 terms and conditions and expected to complete the MSc. As the MSc is usually a two year course if candidates have not started the MSc they will be on 70% of top of scale in their first year moving to 75% in year 2 of the course. If a candidate is appointed and they have already completed year one they will start on 75%.
Main duties of the job
Supervises on a day- to- day basis the provision of specialist tandem mass spectrometry services offered with the department,
in order to maintain the provision of a high quality service to patients.
The post holder will need to use their own initiative in the role, and will be expected to undertake both technical and clinical authorisation of results produced by basic grade staff working under their direction in the section. The service provision includes:
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UHB wide services therapeutic drug monitoring
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Specialist Services
a) Regional Assay Service for therapeutic drug monitoring
b) Supra Regional Assay Service for Steroid Hormones (UK Service)
The provision of these services may be required outside normal working hours.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Accredited Honours Biomedical science degree with HCPC registration
- Masters qualification in Biomedical science
- HCPC Registration as a BMS
Desirable
- Management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant Post HCPC registration experience in a medical laboratory with a wide understanding of Medical Biochemistry techniques
- Understanding of Medical Biochemistry techniques
Desirable
- Experience of working in a Medical Biochemistry laboratory
- Underpinning a detailed understanding of scientific and technical principles
Skills
Essential
- Team Leadership
- Good IT Skills
- Evidence of teaching/training and presentation
- Good spoken and written English
- Evidence of assay development
Desirable
- Experience of using TRAKCARE LIMS
- Experience of Quality managment system
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
- In depth knowledge of laboratory techniques applicable to the provision of a Specialist Endocrine Service
specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work as member of a team
- Ability to work independently. Supervisory skills
- Evidence of good communication skills
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
University Hospital of Wales
Heath Park
Cardiff
CF14 4XW
United Kingdom
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