Reports: Head of Department

Accountable:Chief Medical Scientist

ROLE PURPOSE

• To contribute to providing a quality clinical laboratory service tailored to the user needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

a)Possess an appropriate Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Biomedical Sciences from an approved University

or

b)Possess the Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences of the Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street or the Regional Technical College, Cork awarded prior to 1994

or

c)Possess a recognised and AMLS approved qualification at least equivalent to (a) or (b) above

d)CORU Registration is essential

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Professional and technical responsibilities

1.1Perform routine work to the highest professional standards, as determined by the Pathology Manager, Senior Laboratory Staff and Consultant.

1.2Be responsible for the quality of work and carry out all duties in accordance with the clinic policy.

1.3Observe the strictest confidence when dealing with all aspects of patient or hospital information.

1.4Participate as required in the registration, custody and stock level of the laboratory reagents and other materials.

1.5Contribute to the evaluation and validation of equipment, processes and consumables as required.

1.6Participate in training and retraining as required to maintain competence and ensure records of training are maintained.

1.7Provide a safe, comprehensive service based on current standards and research; perform procedures according to established policy and procedures.

1.8Participate in quality assurance by assisting to identify recurrent problems and co-operate in data collection and problem solving using the CAPA module within Qpulse.

1.9Know and practice within the legal requirements including those set down by The Academy of Medical Laboratory Science and all relevant guidelines including those of INAB.

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1.10Support laboratory management in the maintenance of the Quality Management System in accordance with ISO 15189 standards and JCI standards.

2Communication Skills

2.1Report relevant information verbally and in writing to appropriate personnel following hospital and laboratory policies and procedures.

2.2Respond appropriately and in a timely manner to user requests and enquiries.

2.3Communicate appropriately and openly with colleagues and other members of the team,

in a manner that avoids antagonism, reduces conflict and prevents undue anxiety.

2.4Recognise self-limitations and seek assistance, when required.

2.5Attend and contribute in staff meetings and team briefing.

2.6Where required attend and contribute to appropriate meetings with users and referral laboratories.

2.7Review and acknowledge all relevant documents and maintain documents in accordance with the policies and procedures of the laboratory and the hospital.

2.8Identify and make suggestions for continuous quality improvements

3Health and Safety

3.1Comply with hospital and laboratory Health and Safety policies and procedures which

includes ensuring equipment is maintained to the required standard and defects are reported to the appropriate authorities as soon as possible.

3.2Review, acknowledge and follow agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice.

3.3Work in a safe manner with due care and attention to the safety of self and others.

3.4Be aware of Risk Management issues, identify risks and take appropriate action.

3.5Report any adverse incidents or near misses to the Safety Officer and/or the Pathology Manager.

3.6Follow the appropriate procedures for the disposal and collection of clinical and laboratory waste as determined by laboratory policies and procedures.

3.7Perform regular disinfection and cleaning of equipment and benches according to laboratory protocol.

4.Professional Expectations

4.1Function within the limits of the Academy of Medical Laboratory Scientist,

National/International standards and the hospitals’ policies and procedures.

4.2Support the Mission Statement of Blackrock Clinic.

4.3Observe appropriate lines of authority.

4.4Demonstrate flexibility by assisting in other areas of the service as required.

4.5Participate in annual joint review and set annual goals and objectives with head of

department.

4.6Continue to develop personal knowledge and skills.

Actively participate in continuous professional development (CPD) at the level required by

the organisation and for CORU registration when in place.

4.7Provide direct supervision to other members of the team when appropriate.

4.8Participate in working groups to develop and promote quality management and operational

processes to the standards of “best Practice”, within the Blackrock Clinic in order to optimise

the use of resources and performance.

4.9Participate in the education of trainees and assist with the orientation of new personnel.

4.10Present a professional appearance and be punctual.

4.11Maintain throughout the hospital awareness of the privacy and confidentiality of the patient

in relation to all hospital activities.

4.12Participate in departmental audits and actively contribute to the attainment and maintenance of accreditation to ISO 15189 standards and INAB guidelines

4.13 Personally and professionally you are accountable to the patient. You are

personally accountable for your own actions at all times'

This job description indicates the main responsibilities of the post and is subject to periodic revision and amendment with the post holder.