Medical Laboratory Assistant

4 weeks ago

Sutton, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden Full time

Job overview

We are looking for a Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist(s) to work at The Royal Marsden Hospital.We have 11 PAs to recruit to and so we can employ one full time person or two part time staff with overlap to facilitate working relationships.

· Please state within your application your preference for Full or Part Time working (inc the number of PAs) AND if you want to work in the Chelsea and/ or Sutton site of the hospital.

Please Note - The Job Description is still pending approval currently with the Royal College

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to provide:
Clinical leadership of the general liaison psychiatry service to The Royal Marsden.
Undertake direct clinical care of patients referred to the Adult Psychological Support Service with complex physical and psychiatric co-morbidities related to cancer diagnosis or impacting on cancer treatment and patient’s quality of life .
Provide clinical supervision to other team members working at Level 3 (NICE, 2004).
Provide line management to other team members.
Contribute to the weekly multidisciplinary APSS meeting, with particular responsibility for risk and medical issues.
Integrated working with the existing Consultants (Medical and Clinical 
Oncologists and Surgeons) in The Royal Marsden Trust.
Work with the patient’s responsible clinical teams to assist in the assessment and management of people with suspected or identified mental health needs and helping to manage their clinical needs.
Provide expertise and advice to support the appropriate use of the Mental Capacity and Mental Health Act including, where appropriate, completion of assessments to support clinical and legal decision making .
Acting as Responsible Clinician and exercising section 12 powers in respect of the Mental Health Act for inpatients.
Take part in or facilitate investigations and debriefing following serious 
untoward incidents related to patients with mental health comorbidities.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Adult Psychological Support Service (APSS), in which Liaison Psychiatry is based, provides an integrated Level 3 and 4 service (NICE 2004) to patients across the two sites of the hospital for inpatients, those receiving ambulatory care and outpatients. Other pathways within the service are: directive therapies (e.g. CBT/ Third Wave approaches, EMDR); exploratory therapies (e.g. integrative, existential, psychodynamic); family therapy (primarily working with adult patients with dependent children, and young adult patients); psychosexual therapy.

The Liaison Psychiatry pathway has three main functions: (i) to provide the general liaison psychiatry service to the inpatient wards of the hospital, (ii) to support the APSS Duty Clinician, and (iii) to provide psycho-oncology psychiatry through pre-planned outpatient and day patient appointments.

The specific psychiatric issues and associated risks in a specialist cancer hospital include hyperactive delirium, steroid-induced mania and psychosis, major depression, suicidal planning and intent, desire for hastened death; as well as people with pre-existing severe mental illness.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

Primary medical degree MRCPsych or equivalent The GMC specialist register for general adult or old age psychiatry If an applicant is UK trained, they must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview If an applicant is non-UK trained, they will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT Full and specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or be eligible for registration within six months of interview) MRCP Liaison Psychiatry subspecialty endorsement Higher Degree in relevant subject (MD, PhD or equivalent) Section 12 Approval Registered as a Responsible Clinician as specified by Mental Health Act

Clinical Competence

Essential criteria

Assessing & managing risk of harm to self & others Diagnosis and evidence-based treatment of psychiatric disorders in adults Choice of psychotropic medication in the context of physical illnesses and their treatment Assessing and managing the severely mentally ill in the general hospital setting, including the use of the MCA and MHA

Experience

Essential criteria

Completed minimum of three years full-time training in an approved higher psychiatric training scheme or equivalent A proven track record in liaison psychiatry at ST or consultant level. Specialised knowledge of liaison psychiatry service provision Clinical expertise in the assessment and management of risk Track record in the training and supervising of clinicians in psychological assessment and nursing development including autonomous practice and prescribing

Desirable criteria

Experience in the management of people with cancer and mental health problems, including the assessment and management of complex co-morbidities Experience of oncology / palliative care Post registration experience in general surgery Post registration experience of general medicine Psychotherapy training of any modality

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria

The ability to work in collaboration a team of different disciplines The ability to work liaising with other services Commitment to achieving excellence Excellent communication and empathic skills including discussion of life threatening conditions and requests for assisted suicide Committed to personal and professional development Commitment to innovation in research and practice Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with a diverse population Willing to participate in training of junior medical staff/medical students/staff from other disciplines Demonstrable leadership skills Sound organisational skills Ability to work on own initiative Ability to travel between sites and meet flexible demands of the role as required Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and ability to contain and understand the stress of others in a team

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. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Flu Vaccination – What We Expect of our Staff

At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease.

The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    1 month ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are seeking an enthusiastic and efficient medical laboratory assistant (MLA) to undertake essential technical duties for the histopathology laboratory. The laboratory is located in the Centre for Molecular Pathology, Sutton. The post holder will be responsible for, assisting the biomedical scientists, performing analyser maintenance including solution...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    1 week ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are seeking an enthusiastic and efficient medical laboratory assistant (MLA) to undertake essential technical duties for the histopathology laboratory. The laboratory is located in the Centre for Molecular Pathology, Sutton. The post holder will be responsible for, assisting the biomedical scientists, performing analyser maintenance including solution...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    5 days ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist oncology centre split across two sites: one in Chelsea, London and the other in Sutton, Surrey. We now have a vacancy for an enthusiastic and experienced Medical Laboratory Assistant to work with us at Sutton site. Applications are invited for a Medical Laboratory Assistant on our Chelsea site to...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    4 days ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We seek a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the Clinical Genomics department. The department is in the Centre for Molecular Pathology and is part of the North Thames - Genomic Laboratory Hubs (GLH) one of seven national GLHs offering Cancer Genomic testing in England. The department provides a reference Molecular Diagnostics and Cytogenetics Service for...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    2 days ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    The Royal Marsden is vital in championing change and improving cancer care through research, innovation, education, and leading-edge practice. We are incredibly proud of our international reputation for pushing the boundaries and for our ground-breaking work ensuring our patients receive the best and latest cancer treatment and care. We seek a Medical...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary We are seeking an enthusiastic and efficient medical laboratory assistant (MLA) to undertake essential technical duties for the histopathology laboratory. The laboratory is located in the Centre for Molecular Pathology, Sutton. The post holder will be responsible for, assisting the biomedical scientists, performing analyser maintenance...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    1 week ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary We are seeking an enthusiastic and efficient medical laboratory assistant (MLA) to undertake essential technical duties for the histopathology laboratory. The laboratory is located in the Centre for Molecular Pathology, Sutton. The post holder will be responsible for, assisting the biomedical scientists, performing analyser maintenance...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    The transplant programme at the Royal Marsden Hospital has established a reputation for high quality service provision which we strive to maintain and improve by commitment to excellence and innovation. There is now an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic graduate to join the team. This is a 2 year fixed term Band 3 post working a Medical Laboratory...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary The transplant programme at the Royal Marsden Hospital has established a reputation for high quality service provision which we strive to maintain and improve by commitment to excellence and is now an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic graduate to join the team. This is a 2 year fixed term Band 3 post working a Medical Laboratory...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    2 days ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom Spire Healthcare Full time

    **Medical Laboratory Assistant | Pathology | Salary dependent on experience | Permanent | Full Time | Sutton** Spire St Anthony's are looking for a Medical Lab Assistant to join them on a full time basis. You will be working in a busy lab environment so attention for detail is a must as well as a clear understanding of how to deal with patient data and...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom Spire Healthcare Full time

    **External Description** **Medical Laboratory Assistant | Pathology | Salary dependent on experience | Permanent | Full Time | Spire St Anthony’s Hospital, Sutton - London Zone 5| 1 in 3 Saturdays** Spire St Anthony’s are looking for a Medical Lab Assistant to join them on a full time basis. You will be working in a busy lab environment so attention...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    2 months ago

    Sutton-In-Ashfield, United Kingdom Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An opportunity has arisen within the Department of Clinical Microbiology a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the team. Experience working in an NHS clinical laboratory is desirable and would be advantageous, however previous experience in a laboratory setting is not required, as full on the job training will be provided. You will act as an assistant,...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant, Histopathology

    2 months ago

    Sutton-In-Ashfield, United Kingdom Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Histopathology team within the Pathology Department at King's Mill Hospital The Histopathology department provides a wide range of tissue analyses to aid diagnosis that facilitates the appropriate outcome for patients attending the Trust, General Practice or...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    1 month ago

    Sutton-In-Ashfield, United Kingdom Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, friendly and flexible individual to join the Blood Transfusion Department as a Medical Laboratory Assistant. You must have a keen interest in science and healthcare and you must be prepared to learn. The successful applicant will form a key part of the Blood Transfusion team processing specimens and...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Sutton-In-Ashfield, United Kingdom Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, friendly and flexible individual to join the Blood Transfusion Department as a Medical Laboratory Assistant. You must have a keen interest in science and healthcare and you must be prepared to learn. The successful applicant will form a key part of the Blood Transfusion team processing specimens and...

  • Laboratory Assistant

    1 week ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    To work in accordance with the philosophy, policies, and requirements of the WWCRC, Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) and the Royal Marsden hospital (RMH). - To maintain a high level of knowledge of the current legislation surrounding clinical trial conduct. This will include, but is not limited to Good Clinical Practice, UK Statutory Instrument for...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant, Histopathology

    3 weeks ago

    Sutton-in-Ashfield, United Kingdom Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Histopathology team within the Pathology Department at King's Mill Hospital The Histopathology department provides a wide range of tissue analyses to aid diagnosis that facilitates the appropriate outcome for patients attending the Trust,...

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant, Histopathology

    1 week ago

    Sutton-in-Ashfield, United Kingdom Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Histopathology team within the Pathology Department at King's Mill Hospital The Histopathology department provides a wide range of tissue analyses to aid diagnosis that facilitates the appropriate outcome for patients attending the Trust,...

  • Laboratory Assistant

    3 days ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust (RM) is recognised world-wide for the quality of its cancer services. The Trust’s strategic aim is to achieve excellence in cancer treatment and diagnosis, through partnership and collaboration. The Royal Marsden and its academic partner, The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) together have over 4,500 scientific,...

  • Biomedical Scientist Blood Sciences Band 5- Bms

    2 days ago

    Sutton, United Kingdom Atlantis Medical Full time

    My client in **Sutton** is looking for an experienced **Band 5 Blood Sciences Biomedical Scientist** for a locum contract. Job Role: - Plan, analyse, assess and report pathology investigations. - Analyse, interpret and report information and knowledge related to ideas and concepts. - Develop and evaluate the movement of laboratory specimens, blood and...