Biomedical Scientist

Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Pathology IT Manager, with good interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to team working to join the Pathology service, across both the Chelsea and Sutton sites.
The major focus of the role will be the implementation of the Digital strategy within the overall Pathology service area, acting as a subject matter expert in complex programmes delivering digital-enabled transformation.
These include providing support for the implementation of digital pathology as part of our histopathology modernization programme and for the digital element of new service delivery and digital infrastructure within our cutting edge Clinical Genomics laboratories.
Completion of full integration of the service following the recent Epic LIMS/EPR implementation is another key focus.The post holder will be responsible for managing Pathology IT services and a team of 4 staff including a deputy and three system administrators.Applicants must have a relevant higher degree or equivalent, HCPC registration, evidence of post-registration study and management skills training.
This is a full time post.The Trust encourages and supports continuing professional and personal development.
Main duties of the job The post holder will play a key role in the implementation of the Digital strategy within the overall Pathology service area, acting as a subject matter expert in complex programmes delivering digital-enabled transformation.
These include the implementation of digital pathology and enabling the digital element of new service delivery and digital infrastructure within our cutting edge Clinical Genomics laboratories The role will provide advice to executive bodies, the service and wider Trust groups on Pathology IT issues and future strategies based on changing technologies and legislation or guidelines; ensuring that digital solutions continue to meet user and stakeholder needs, ensuring minimal clinical risk to patients and financial risk to the service.
The post holder will be responsible for Pathology IT service delivery as directed by the Trust's Pathology Management team, ensuring the smooth, safe, and reliable operation of all IT systems used by the Pathology service across all sites on a 24 x 7 basis and keeping users and managers aware of any issues.
The role will be responsible for Quality and Governance of IT systems within the service, ensuring provision of training for service staff in the use of IT systems and documentation.
The post holder will also be responsible for the line management of the Pathology IT Team, managing a team of 4 technical staff, Detailed job description and main responsibilities To build and manage a robust service model according to best practice principles (e.g.
ITIL v4.0), offering responsive first and second-line support to pathology service users.To manage and oversee the day to day running of pathology IT solutions, ensuring support processes are in place and system outputs satisfy the needs of the users.
To have an in-depth knowledge of the LIMS solutions in use across the Trust and externally, and how each interacts, including effective incident and change management.To lead on service reviews with suppliers to ensure effective performance management of the overall Pathology IT service.To monitor the service received from internal service providers (e.g.
Digital Services) and system suppliers and escalate any significant concerns as appropriate.
Person specification Education / Qualifications Essential criteria MSc Biomedical Science or IT/digital qualification or equivalent experienceEvidence of participation in mandatory courses and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Desirable criteria Registration with the Health and Care Professions CouncilITIL v3.0 (or higher) Foundation qualification or abovePrince 2 foundation qualification or above Experience Essential criteria Extensive technical systems management in a complex stakeholder environmentSignificant IT service management and delivery experience in a clinical settingSignificant IT change management experienceSuccessful track record of delivering high-pressure and high-profile projectsExperienced in staff managementExperienced in project management or delivering within a formal project frameworkExperience of producing quality documentation for systems implementation, validation, and operationExperience of liaising with suppliers and technical delivery teams Desirable criteria Significant experience of managing multiple hospital systems, preferably within PathologySignificant experience of working across Change programmes and BAU simultaneouslyExperience of infrastructure, networking and server configuration management Skills Abilities / Knowledge Essential criteria Advanced knowledge of IT service management principlesExcellent analytical skills for understanding complex workflows, change impact assessment, and troubleshootingHighly capable of autonomous working and setting out clear workplans for staff Advanced understanding of Pathology IT solutions, and how they integrate (e.g.
analyser interfaces)Knowledgeable of information security and data protection with regards to patient and clinical informationWide-ranging pathology knowledge with understanding across multiple pathology disciplinesAbility to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across organizations, including suppliersProduces clear verbal communication and written reportsStrong delivery focus and able to meet tight deadlines within the pressures of working in a busy environmentFamiliarity with quality management systems and procedures including their application to IT systems Desirable criteria Ability to deliver structured training users on new systemsAbility to support operational staff writing of test plans and test scripts to manage change safelyExperience of one or more of the following systems: Epic Beaker, Instrument Manager Other Requirements Essential criteria Ability to manage competing deadlinesExcellent team/ collaboration skillsAble to work on multiple sites and to be flexible to meet the needs of the role The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential.
We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications.
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