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Job description

Based in the Cellular Pathology Service, the post-holder will work within the delegated authority of the Cellular Pathology Service Manager and within the Performance Management framework of the Belfast HSCT for the provision of safe, cost effective, efficient services. They will contribute to strategic and operational planning of the service and ensure effective multidisciplinary working. They will provide clear operational leadership and oversee the management of all staff within their span of control, including Histopathology, Mortuary and other relevant Cellular Pathology staff. Please visit www.jobs.hscni.net to see Job Description and Personnel Specification.

Responsibilities

• Liaise directly with the Service Manager with respect to the various responsibilities outlined elsewhere in this job description.
• Liaise with Consultants/Clinical Scientists; Service Managers; Discipline Specific Managers and Professional Leads; Operational Leads; Mortuary Manager and Administration Services Manager (or subordinate)

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Minimum of three years’ appropriate laboratory management experience at a senior level (Band 7 or above).
• Have worked with a diverse range of stakeholders, both internal and external to the organisation, to achieve successful outcomes for a minimum of 2 years.

Desirable Skills

• Have experience managing a HTA licenced service.
• Hold a Management or Leadership qualification.