Section Manager - Automation | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Biomedical Scientist to join our Automated Section Manager team. You should be able to demonstrate excellent knowledge and experience of Biochemistry alongside accreditation, clinical governance, leadership, and training. The department has IBMS training approval for support staff through to state registration and for specialist portfolios. Our laboratories are undergoing a major instrument refresh with Siemens Atellica analysers connected to the very latest Inpeco FlexLab X track solution. This state-of-the-art solution is the first to be deployed within the UK and helps deliver a true Blood Sciences total laboratory automation solution. With over 12 million tests analysed per year; a repertoire of over 100 different chemistries and referral work for multiple other trusts the Automated Section is a fast-paced dynamic section. You must be enthusiastic and well motivated to support our team in providing a high-quality service and driving continuous improvement.

• To manage and coordinate, in conjunction with other section managers, the day-to-day activities of the automation section
• Participate in all technical work activities
• Analyse and interpret results
• Work with training officer in the identification and delivery of training needs to all staff
• To deputise for Biochemistry managers when required
The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care. To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk In line with the Trust's Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

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