Pre-analytics Manager

This role is responsible for supervising the receipt and timely preparation for analysis of all samples received by the department, ensuring that the integrity of the samples is maintained for onward processing by the Haematology, Biochemistry and Microbiology laboratories. This includes accurate patient data entry into the Laboratory Information System and the supervision of a team of Medical Laboratory Assistants, supported by two Band 4 supervisory staff, Specimen reception and preparation of blood and other body fluids and samples e.g. swabs - Supervising MLA staff - Rota maintenance for shift cover, including use of E-roster electronic roster software. - Co-ordination of training of MLA staff. - First line management of HR issues e.g. sickness, returns, annual leave etc. - Co-ordinating and prioritising work within the pre-analytical area. - Responsible for pre and post-analytic elements of the Siemens Aptio track system - including centrifuges, capper/decapper units, input modules. - Dealing with problems associated with sample processing. - Greeting and dealing with visitors to the department. - Stock maintenance of consumables - Sorting and identifying specimens received. - Preparing samples for analysis in a timely and accurate manner.

We are looking for an enthusiastic member of staff to manage the pre-analytical section of laboratories within the Pathology Department of Royal Blackburn Hospital and Burnley General Hospital. The department receives approximately 5,000 samples a day for analysis across the two sites. You will be an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist, qualified to MSc level, who has extensive experience of working in a large NHS pathology setting. A flexible approach to working hours will be required as the Department provides a 24/7/365 service.,

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
• MSc in Biomedical Science subject, or equivalent
• Experience of working in an NHS pathology department
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the service
Desirable criteria
• Evidence of training staff
• Evidence of supervising/managing other staff
• Experience of working in a sample reception environment
  
  At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 9,500 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work., At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work., The Trust is an equal opportunities employer, committed to improving the working lives of our staff and operates a 'Zero Tolerance' policy to aggression, violence, bullying and harassment. In addition, our aim is to help protect children and vulnerable adults by providing a first-class service to the recruitment of people into positions of trust.
We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, gender, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability or social background. We especially welcome applications from members of our black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities, as we have identified that ELHT has an under-representation of BAME employees. Appointments will be made on merit.

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Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS) If the role you are applying for is identified as either controlled or regulated activity as defined in in the Safeguarding vulnerable Groups Act (2006) any offer of employment is provisional upon a satisfactory DBS check being obtained. The healthcare sector is exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In line with other NHS organisations in the North West Region, the Trust is now passing the charge for undertaking a DBS check on to candidates in the event they are successfully appointed into the post for which they have applied. Candidates can choose whether to pay this over 1-3 months as a deduction from the monthly salary. However, if you are applying for a post as a BANK worker, the payment must be made in full at the time of employment checks. By applying for this vacancy you are agreeing to this undertaking in the event you are successfully appointed. The cost of an Enhanced Disclosure will be £42.90 and for a Standard Disclosure £22.90 which includes a small handling fee.