Job overview

Cellular Pathology is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, self-motivated and conscientious member of staff who is  able to work alone and enjoy working as part of a friendly and professional team,  providing an efficient, effective and comprehensive service.

Suitable candidates must be HCPC registered and take part in the Cellular Pathology management team, assisting other Senior BMSs, Lead BMS and Head BMS to maintain the UKAS accreditation status the department has achieved. 

Assisting in  day-to-day management and directing established workflow practices in individual laboratory sections to ensure an efficient effective and comprehensive service in the Cellular Pathology dept.  

Main duties of the job

• Act as deputy to Senior BMS
• Responsible for the day to day workflow management within the section they are rota into, managing break times and work allocation to members of the team, adapting as required
• Quality Assurance of any tests leaving the laboratory to ensure they are of a high standard and requesting repeat of any tests failing this criteria.
• Participate in training of staff, ensuring training records are updated and any training issues raised with training officer and lead BMS
• Assist in the introduction of new technology or methodologies
• Assist in the introduction of quality improvements
• Trouble shoot and resolve any issues identified during laboratory practices, escalating where necessary
• Participate and ensure that quality processes are adhered to and reported instigating and helping to resolve any non-conformities (CAPA)

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.

Alongside NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, you'll have access to NHS discount schemes. 

We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

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Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.

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We welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities and care-experienced candidates.

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