– To lead, coordinate and monitor the work of the provision of clinical and public health microbiology laboratory services, managing workflows and staffing to maximise service quality and timeliness- Deputise for the Regional Head of Laboratory Operations- Contribute to the development of and manage effective business continuity and resilience arrangements.- Management of employee productivity, coordinating workforce availability, including rostering, training planning, skills development and succession planning.- Oversee laboratory equipment and consumables, including supplier liaison regarding equipment maintenance, performance and fault resolution.- Support the relevant Lead Consultants to develop and integrate diagnostic and analytical techniques into appropriate patient pathways.- Contribute to the planning and implementation of integrated multi sectional service developments. Management and Organisation – Within the framework laid down by the Regional Head of Laboratory Operations and under the clinical leadership of the Clinical Services Director/Lead undertake the management and organisation of the laboratory service. – Ensure the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures, policies and working practices in accordance with a programme agreed by the Regional Head of Laboratory Operations, Clinical Services Director and other members of the Management Team.- Analyse and interpret any new guidance from relevant sources and to then provide advice for the development of departmental and service-wide policies and procedures. Finance and Resources – Ensure an adequate and economic local supply of reagents and non-capital equipment- Review consumables and non-capital equipment used by the laboratory and identify opportunities for development and improvement in quality and cost effectiveness.- Manage departmental budgets and delegated finances- Contribute to costing of services, ensuring that service change control includes full financial review Asset and Buildings Management – Work with UKHSA leads to manage procurement process of the capital equipment programmes and asset management- Ensure maintenance and service contracts are in place and local asset management is documented and current within the Quality Management system- Liaise with the Estates Departments for maintenance of building and services- Take a lead role in the future planning of new accommodation and alterations to existing premises.- Be responsible for facilities and environmental aspects within the laboratory. Service Development – Lead in the review, development and implementation of business and strategic plans- Facilitate the introduction and development of new technologies, methodologies and systems of work for service improvement and in compliance with quality standards- Review practices through policies, audits, benchmarking, LEAN working and continuous improvement. Scientific and Clinical – Be actively involved in scientific and technical duties within the department which may include delivering specialist technical advice to service users.- Accountable for the direct service delivery of a high standard of professional competence in the performance of tests and investigations across the Clinical Microbiology and Public Health service- Analyse, interpret, technically validate and report on routine complex and specialist tests. Health and Safety – Ensure compliance with local and national Health and Safety legislation and recommendations and implement required changes.- Ensure the notification of all dangerous occurrences within the department/site to appropriate bodies and reporting on UKHSA systems- Ensure staff receive training in Health and Safety practices Quality Assurance – In collaboration with the Quality manager, develop a clear accountability framework for the service in respect of quality assurance.- Ensure that the laboratory complies with ISO 15189, IDPS and HTA standards and HCPC/IBMS requirements and adheres to the principles and requirements of sound Clinical Governance- Ensure participation in appropriate External Quality Assurance schemes, monitor departmental performance in such schemes and implement corrective actions Essential role criteria: Registration with Healthcare Professions Council (Biomedical Scientist) Postgraduate level qualification in Infection Sciences subjects equivalent to Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences or MSc Recent technical and managerial experience in an Infection Sciences diagnostic laboratory In depth post graduate technical experience and scientific knowledge of Microbiology gained including within a service management role High level knowledge of laboratory policies, regulatory standards, Standard Operating Procedures, codes of practice, legislation and professional guidelines including those relating to Health and Safety Knowledge and experience of staff management techniques (e.g. recruitment, training, supervision, organisational, appraisal, performance management, grievance and disciplinary) High level of theoretical and practical knowledge of microbiological techniques and procedures and their clinical applications, and be technically competent at specimen processing and interpretation Robust understanding of the Public Health requirements of a clinical microbiology laboratory
Eligibility & Location
Eligibility Criteria – External Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants) Location – Lab Only Cambridge This role is being offered as lab based at our site in Cambridge.
Security Clearance Level Requirement
Security Clearance Level Requirement – Basic DBS + CTC Successful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Baseline Personnel Security Standard and Counter Terrorist Check.
Salary Information
Salary Information If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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