Histology Improvement Lead

You will be supporting the Cellular Pathology Manager and Senior Pathology Managers in horizon scanning and seeking new opportunities to transform Cellular Pathology including review of external trends applicable to service and implementation of these transformation opportunities.
You will lead on the development of plans for improvement in Histology, be able to make clear recommendations in complex scenarios, and be responsible for process management by resolving complex scientific and technical issues to ensure continuity of service.
We are looking for a dynamic, organised individual who is able to multitask, communicate with a wide array of staff, complete tasks/projects, as well as someone who is able to work well within a team and who can also work autonomously when needed. Knowledge of Cellular Pathology is essential.
The is a 12-month fixed-term/secondment post that will be responsible in delivering and embedding improvements within the Histology laboratories., You will also take ownership of, monitor and control a designated budget or budgets, and be accountable for identifying and delivering any cost improvement plans (CIP) as required to achieve defined financial targets for the CWPS Network.
In conjunction with the Management Team, you will maintain an open, proactive and collaborative culture within Pathology supported by effective two-way communication systems and processes that promote the achievements and activities of the relevant specialities and maintains clinical standards.
Take a lead in the propagation and maintenance of all laboratory aspects of the ISO standards/MHRA requirements, HTA regulations, HSE requirements and any other statutory regulations, and ensure the delivery of services in line with the principles of these standards and requirements throughout CWPS.
Be the expert in the use of the Quality management system, and oversees the effective development and/or management of all controlled documentation, non-conformities and audit reports within the system.
Manage the attendance and performance of all qualified and support staff members and be responsible for ensuring all staff fulfil and maintain their contractual requirements for mandatory training.
Design and work with the Pathology IT team on continuous developments, to ensure the most efficient use of the laboratory information system in the support of effective patient care within all Pathology specialties.
Lead by example to develop and maintain full engagement with all staff demonstrating motivational, presentation and training skills at all times.
For further details please see the attached job description.
To ensure that we provide world-class patient care, UHCW recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust's Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust's Values and Behaviours which can be accessed on the right side of this page under the job description.
The Supporting Information Section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trust's Values and associated Behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
The Trust is committed to Equal Opportunities within the workplace. All vacancies will be considered for Job Share unless otherwise stated. All applicants who have a disability and who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be interviewed. Where a post has an overwhelming response, this Trust may use random selection in order to reduce numbers to interview, any disabled applicants will automatically be guaranteed an interview and will be exempt from this process.
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If you are successful at interview you will receive a conditional offer of employment and we'll ask you for information so that we can carry out pre-employment checks. You must successfully complete all pre-employment checks to progress to a final unconditional offer.
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Depending on you level of exposure with patients you may be required to undertake a Standard or Enhanced DBS. The cost of this check will be charged to you and will be deducted from your salary over the first 3 months of employment at the current rate.
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Coventry and Warwickshire Pathology Service (CWPS) have Pathology Laboratories across three Hospital sites: Coventry Hospital, George Eliot Hospital and Warwick Hospital offering services to 1.8 million patients across the region.
Departments within CWPS include Chemistry and Immunology, Haematology, Microbiology, Virology and Molecular Pathology, Histopathology, Pre-Analytics including Phlebotomy, and Mortuary services. With a dedicated workforce of over 500 staff, CWPS provide a range of tests across many different analysers and equipment, using state-of-the-art technology and specialist techniques.
We having an exciting opportunity for a Histology Improvement Lead to join the team. The Histology Department has staff across the 2 Hospital sites (Warwick Hospital and University Hospital, Coventry (UHC)) who perform an array of histological techniques including dissection, embedding, microtomy, QC, special staining, immunohistochemistry, and digital scanning.
The Department is currently in a procurement with new equipment expected to be implemented next year. There is also a Digital Pathology system being introduced later this year at UHC. There is also on-going work on the Histology 6-point and you will lead on implementing actions from the plan as well as from Deep Dives conducted with staff., University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence^® designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.