NHS
Central Specimen Reception Supervisor
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Job Description
- Req#: C9259-24-1540?language=en&page=179&sort=publicationDateDesc
- Experience with a computerised laboratory information system
- At least 1 year in a supervisory capacity, including staff training
- Experience of problem solving and implementing change
- Previous 1 year NHS experience
- Understanding of Health & Safety implications relevant to Pathology Reception areas and specimens.
- Awareness of Patient & staff confidentiality.
- GCSE A-C in English, Maths, IT and Science
- A level Qualifications
- Proficient in computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel Proficient in using PAS, CRS, LIMS
- Able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing,
- Ability to oversee and supervise work of others.
- Ability to organise workload of self and department to respond to service needs.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure & remain calm in a busy environment.
- Ability to deal with patients in a sensitive manner.
- Experience with a computerised laboratory information system
- At least 1 year in a supervisory capacity, including staff training
- Experience of problem solving and implementing change
- Previous 1 year NHS experience
- Understanding of Health & Safety implications relevant to Pathology Reception areas and specimens.
- Awareness of Patient & staff confidentiality.
- GCSE A-C in English, Maths, IT and Science
- A level Qualifications
- Proficient in computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel Proficient in using PAS, CRS, LIMS
- Able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing,
- Ability to oversee and supervise work of others.
- Ability to organise workload of self and department to respond to service needs.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure & remain calm in a busy environment.
- Ability to deal with patients in a sensitive manner.
Job summary
Specimen Reception - Band 4 Pathology Reception Supervisor An exciting opportunity has arisen in Blood Sciences within the NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership (ESEL). We are a new organisation, jointly owned by Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. Set up as an arms-length organisation, hosted by Barts Health NHS Trust, we have our own board and governance framework, with each of the three trusts having an equal voice and vote in the running of the Pathology Partnership. One of the largest pathology providers in the NHS, the Pathology Partnership brings together the strengths of teams from each of the three trusts into a single organisation, dedicated to the provision of high quality and cost-effective pathology services.
A complex transformation programme is concluding to establish a single, integrated pathology network between 7 hospital laboratories. The aspired 'hub and spoke' operating model is centred at The Royal London Hospital (RLH); a busy major trauma centre which hosts the London Air Ambulance, and connects to essential service laboratories supporting various clinical specialities at our partnered hospital sites.
We are looking for a Band 4 supervisor for the Central Specimen Reception Department Supervisor to join our team at Royal London Hospital to support the provision of our Pathology services on the site.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for overseeing and supervising the work of a team of Medical Laboratory Assistants. The duties of the supervisor will be varied and will require the postholder to work accurately when under pressure to meet deadlines. The successful candidate will have effective communication and customer care skills, excellent IT and keyboard skills. The successful candidate will have proven experience of working in a busy and demanding environment with the ability to plan and organise the workload of a team to meet tight deadlines, ensuring the departmental rota's and staffing levels are reviewed regularly. The successful candidate will be expected to deal with issues that occur in reception, to troubleshoot in the first instance and know how and when to escalate issues appropriately and play an active role in ensuring reception staff are up to date with their training, competencies and appraisals. The post holder will be expected to ensure individual requirements are met and that everyone is treated with courtesy and respect. Applicants must have a strong team ethos, with a positive attitude to working in a flexible manner, committed to supporting the clinical services of the Trust and meeting the needs of our patients.
About us
The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.
The Pathology Partnership is based on well-established models for pathology networks, with the Royal London Hospital becoming the main hub laboratory for the network and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at all other Hospital sites.
Pathology is made up of the following services - Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry; Infectious Diseases including Microbiology and Virology; Cellular Pathology including Histopathology, non-gynae Cytology and mortuary services; Immunology; Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology; Immunophenotyping; Clinical Transplantation and Retinoblastoma. [AK1]
The 2020/21 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £126m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 822 WTE. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band
Date posted
13 May 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£30,279 to £33,116 a year Per annum inc
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
259-6307619ESEL
Job locations
Royal London Hospital
London
E1 2ES
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
The post holder will integrate with the technical & scientific laboratory team and will take direction from the Service Delivery Managers and Departmental Lead in supporting operational processes for ESEL sites. The successful candidate will be based at Royal London Hospital but as service demand dictates work at broader ESEL Pathology Partnership locations will be required.
The department provides a 24/7 service and the successful candidate will be required to participate in the shift system to cover early, late, weekend and bank holiday rosters. Some night duties may also be required. Cross site working will be required and the successful applicant will be required to work at any of our NHS Pathology Partnership sites.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking and innovative organisation to deliver a high quality service for one of the largest networked laboratories within the NHS.
If you require further information or would like to arrange an informal visit please contact
Stephanie Ogwuru via email s.ogwuru@nhs.net
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.
Job responsibilities
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
The post holder will integrate with the technical & scientific laboratory team and will take direction from the Service Delivery Managers and Departmental Lead in supporting operational processes for ESEL sites. The successful candidate will be based at Royal London Hospital but as service demand dictates work at broader ESEL Pathology Partnership locations will be required.
The department provides a 24/7 service and the successful candidate will be required to participate in the shift system to cover early, late, weekend and bank holiday rosters. Some night duties may also be required. Cross site working will be required and the successful applicant will be required to work at any of our NHS Pathology Partnership sites.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking and innovative organisation to deliver a high quality service for one of the largest networked laboratories within the NHS.
If you require further information or would like to arrange an informal visit please contact
Stephanie Ogwuru via email s.ogwuru@nhs.net
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.
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Additional informationDisclosure 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Barts Health NHS Trust
Address
Royal London Hospital
London
E1 2ES
Employer's website
https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Barts Health NHS Trust
Address
Royal London Hospital
London
E1 2ES
Employer's website
https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.