Pre-Analytical Supervisor in Leicester

To be an active member of the team within Blood Sciences, working with biomedical scientists, medical staff, Associate Practitioners and other biomedical assistants (BMA) in a flexible manner to support the function of the process. It is assumed that a person employed at level 2 is competent in tasks associated with the level one role. Also, the tasks undertaken by a BMA grade 2 involve a higher level of complexity and a requirement for more knowledge, understanding and using initiative to prioritise the work. This role is 24/7 and can include weekends and night working.

Main duties of the job:

• Receipt and distribution of samples
• Preparation of samples for analysis
• Training and Supervision of staff

Job responsibilities:

• Stock control: Assist in the day‑to‑day stocks of consumables.
• Document Archiving: Be involved in the electronic archiving of laboratory documentation to meet accreditation requirements.
• Test Knowledge: Demonstrate an understanding of the sample requirements for the tests performed within the Fast Track Laboratory as well as a basic understanding of sample requirements and procedures carried out in other laboratories within pathology.
• Sample Preparation and Analysis: Be involved in the preparation of samples prior to analysis and organise the day‑to‑day arrangements for sample storage and disposal. Assist in analyses on automated analysers according to standard operating procedures.
• Malfunctions: Identify malfunctions, errors or problems and deal with them according to procedures. Ability to identify basic errors and deal with them according to standard operating procedures using initiative where required.
• Organisation: Must maintain flexibility and may be required to cover BMA duties in different areas of the laboratory, at short notice. Works with the team leader and BMSs to organise day‑to‑day staff allocation ensuring departmental procedures are followed and to ensure the smooth running of the department.
• Order entry: Book‑in laboratory requests into the laboratory computer ensuring the appropriate laboratory tests and examinations are performed on the correct patients specimens and the resultant report is sent to the correct requesting source.
• Supervisory & Training: Participate in the training of new biomedical assistants and associate practitioners. Supervise biomedical assistants and less experienced staff, allocating work, training, etc.
• Laboratory Basic laboratory work: Perform other technical duties as required within post‑holder's training and competence. Perform any other duties required by the Laboratory Manager or Head of Department commensurate with grade. Training relevant to this post, including safety aspects in the handling of biological material, will be given.

Person Specification:

Training & Qualifications:

• Broad general education to GCSE level or equivalent.
• Keyboard or IT qualification.

Experience:

• Previous healthcare laboratory experience including sample processing.
• Has used keyboard or IT equipment.
• Aware of Health and Safety and confidentiality issues.
• Knowledge of pathology tests.

Communication and relationship skills:

• Effective writing skills with legible handwriting.
• Evidence of ability to communicate clearly at all levels by telephone and face to face.
• Can use tact and persuasive skills.
• Evidence of communicating and integrating within a team.
• An understanding of the importance of good customer relations.

Analytical and Judgement skills:

• Can use initiative when appropriate.
• Awareness of patient and customer issues.

Physical Skills:

• Physical ability to carry out the tasks required by the role.
• Evidence of manual dexterity.

Planning and organisation skills:

• Previous work involving attention to detail.
• Can demonstrate motivation and flexibility to meet service demand.
• Can work accurately and methodically following verbal and written instructions.
• Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Other requirements specific to the role:

• Evidence of social and team working skills.
• Flexibility to meet the demands of the service.
• Familiar with healthcare IT systems.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours:

Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:

Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others.

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.

£25,760 to £27,476 a year + enhancements