LGT Operational Lead

The Cellular Pathology and Cancer Diagnostics Division provides diagnostic and screening services across East and South-East London, handling a combined workload of 120,000 histology and 15,000 cytology specimens annually. The successful candidate will join a friendly team of scientists and doctors in modern laboratories, conveniently located near underground and DLR services. Our laboratory is accredited by both UKAS and IBMS, and we are dedicated to supporting continuing professional development, as evidenced by our excellent training record., An exciting opportunity has arisen within the NHS East and Southeast London Pathology Partnership (ESEL). We are seeking a driven, proactive, and dynamic leader to take on the role of LGT Cellular Pathology Operational Lead. The successful candidate will be based at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich, and University Hospital, Lewisham. The Operational Lead will be responsible for overseeing and managing the Cellular Pathology Departments at each site. Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, day-to-day workload management, staff and skill mix management, equipment management, safety systems oversight, quality assurance and improvement, incident management, and change management. The Cellular Pathology Manager will provide support for this role.Current HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist and possession of an MSc in Biomedical Science or an equivalent qualification at the MSc level are essential. Meeting these criteria is mandatory and must be clearly indicated in

the application., The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment / s below.

Essential

• Extensive experience post HCPC registration in Histology and Cytology with substantive experience at a specialist senior level.

• Experience of effectively managing staff

Desirable

• Experience of diagnostic Cytology management.

• A track record of implementing and managing change

• Experience of managing a budget.

• Experience of multidisciplinary working

Skills

Essential

• Competent in complex laboratory techniques and trouble shooting in Cytology

• Able to analyse, present routine data / results.

• High computer literacy.

• Leadership and Management skills

• Skills in quality management and audit

Knowledge

Essential

• Advanced specialist scientific knowledge for Histology and Cytology.

• Detailed understanding of UKAS Quality Management Systems

• Detailed understanding of Health & Safety legislation

• Detailed understanding of Governance Requirements

• Knowledge of requirements and standards for ISO 15189

• Understanding of managerial and leadership methods

Desirable

• Excellent operational and process management expertise

• Aware of impact on national NHS strategies on future of pathology service delivery

• Knowledge of financial reporting, analysis and budgetary management (desirable).

• Experience of Change and Demand management

• Experience of process mapping

• Knowledge of multiple biomedical disciplines, * BSc Biomedical Science or relevant degree accepted by HCPC / IBMS

• MSc in Cellular Pathology / Biomedical Science or equivalent or IBMS Fellowship.

• Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council

• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• NHSCSP Certificate in Cervical Cytology or equivalent

• Management Qualification or demonstrable substantive experience

• IBMS Diploma in Diagnostic Cytopathology

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