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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To be proficient in all designated areas of diagnostic work within the department and to provide a comprehensive and appropriate laboratory service to patients and staff.

To undertake a wide range of diagnostic tests and screening procedures through to initial interpretation.

To ensure that test procedures are carried out according to SOPs, assess that other junior staff are competent and participate in their regular review and update.

To undertake technical validation of highly complex results from laboratory investigations to ensure accuracy and precision as specified by laboratory protocols.

To measure and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures.

To carry out corrective action when quality control and assurance procedures indicate loss of performance.

Ensure that documentation is maintained to the Trust standard (including electronic records).

To identify and report clinical risks so that appropriate action can be taken in accordance with the Trust risk management policy.

To plan, prioritise and supervise the scientific workloads of a section on a day-to-day basis.

To provide a comprehensive and appropriate laboratory service to patients and staff.

To possess highly developed, advanced specialist scientific skills.

To ensure that the laboratory standard operational and health & safety policies are understood and carried out by all staff.

Responsible for the maintenance, condition, quality control and record keeping of instruments and equipment associated with the section.

Adaptation to new methodology or working practices when required, due to changing circumstances.

To contribute towards a culture of quality in the department and to comply and promote the quality initiatives within the department consistent with the requirements of accrediting and regulatory bodies.

To support all diagnostic procedures provided by the department.

Participation in and facilitation of Quality Assurance and Audit within the section.

To be proactive in the updating and generation of standard operating procedures.

To validate reports as required using judgemental expertise.

To authorise reports when given the delegated responsibility.

To assist in the implementation and development of new and existing techniques.

To provide scientific advice and act as a resource both internally and externally.

To maintain an awareness of current developments especially with regard to special areas of responsibility.

To assist in maintaining appropriate internal and external quality Assurance and meeting standards required by external assessment.