NEYCSP Biomedical Scientist - Non-Gynaecological Cytology - Team Lead in Gateshead

The post holder will perform and manage all core scientific and interpretive work including those associated with Non-Gynae Cytology preparation, which corresponds to the training and qualifications of a Registered Cytology Senior BMS. Working effectively as a member of the Pathology team to provide a professional clinical laboratory service.

Main Purpose Of The Job

• To undertake the day-to-day management of the Non-Gynae Cytology section under the direction of the Departmental Manager.
• Participate in non-gynaecological cytology service including primary screening slides and if suitably qualified, reporting of negative exfoliative cytology samples (urine, serous fluid and respiratory samples) with double reporting, where required.
• Attendance at Rapid On-site Examination/Evaluation (ROSE) clinic procedures to assist with sample preparation, including preliminary indication of presence/absence of diagnostic material / adequacy.
• Participate in external quality assessment (EQA) schemes.
• Perform and present departmental clinical audits.
• Ensure conformity with quality control, maintaining both personal and laboratory achievable benchmarks.

Responsibilities

• The post holder will work directly with and as part of a team of Cytology Team leads and check, pre-screen and report Non-Gynae cytology samples, clinically interpret the results and provide guidance to service users on subsequent clinical action or intervention.
• The post holder will be responsible for supervising others, and will be required to contribute to the training and development of new staff.
• The post holder will not have budgetary responsibility, but will observe a personal duty of care in relation to the equipment and resources used in course of work.
• Implement quality standards and methods of monitoring.
• Liaise with the Consultants, Biomedical Scientists and Cytoscreeners to ensure effective patient flow and clinical management.
• Ensure that an effective and efficient service is provided to meet the needs of departmental customers and staff.
• Ensure compliance with all Trust Policies and Procedures.

Additional Information

• To primary screen cervical samples within NHSCSP and laboratory guidelines, reporting those that are negative or unsatisfactory and referring those that are abnormal to senior colleagues.
• The post holder will be expected to communicate authorised test results to clinicians and give advice regarding the suitability of sample type and collection methods for these tests.
• To monitor stocks of reagents and consumables associated with the designated section.
• To check and give opinion and advice when requested by colleagues concerning the evaluation and interpretation of any suspect cells in cervical samples. This may involve leading multi-header microscope discussions.
• To assist the Departmental Manager to collect, collate and interpret statistical information relating to the performance of screening staff and the laboratory as a whole.
• To assist the Departmental Manager in all aspects of Clinical Governance and quality management including incident reporting and analysis.
• To take part in quality control and assessment programs operating within the department. This includes the participation in external quality assessment, including proficiency testing.
• To lead on process and lean management thus ensuring the laboratory maintains key performance indicators.
• To attend and contribute to departmental quality and governance meetings, and to oversee non-clinical SIAFs.
• To deputise for the line manager as required and within the needs of the service.
• To work autonomously during periods of on-call and in departments away from the laboratory when required.
• To undertake the supervision of all grades of scientific and support staff within the designated section, planning and prioritising their work on a day to day basis to ensure service needs are met.
• To support with the recruitment, selection and appointment of NEY Cervical Screening staff, ensuring new appointees receive the appropriate Trust and Departmental induction.
• To be responsible for recording and authorising staff leave and monitoring and managing sickness absence in accordance with Trust policy for staff within designated section.
• To be responsible for the implementation of the Trust Disciplinary Procedure where necessary.
• To appraise NEYCSP staff within designated section and produce personal development plans.