Date: May 2014 (Review May 2015) Job Title : Clinical Microbiologist Department : Laboratory Service Location : Waitemata District Health Board Reporting To : Manager / Clinical Director Functional Relationships with : : Internal Hospital Operations Management team. CMO, DON, DAH General Managers/Group Managers CDs/SMOs Laboratory Staff Infection Control Service WDHB Clinical Staff Infection Control Executive Committee Internal WDHB Customers (provider services). External Other DHB Private Laboratories. Suppliers equipment and consumables healthalliance services. Community Laboratories Tertiary education providers IANZ Purpose : To provide a high quality diagnostic and consultative microbiology service which supports clinicians in the care of patients KEY TASKS Clinical Practice EXPECTED OUTCOMES Effective communication with ward and other clinical staff about appropriate investigations, preferred specimens, interpretation of laboratory results, clinical problems and management of patients with infectious diseases. Provides clinical advice and guidance to laboratory staff regarding specimens for investigation of infectious disease e.g. appropriate investigations, preferred specimens, interpretation of laboratory results and referral to reference laboratories when appropriate. Clinical and multidisciplinary meetings are participated in as appropriate. Clinical audit and peer review programmes are in place Waitemata District Health Board - POSITION DESCRIPTION - Clinical Microbiologist Page 1
KEY TASKS Scientific Technical Advice Consultative / Advisory Organizational Continuous Quality improvement EXPECTED OUTCOMES and all documentation is consistent with policies. The Laboratory Clinical Director or Laboratory manager are advised on priorities and changing needs in the diagnostic practice of microbiology. Works in partnership with the infection control service to ensure the best outcomes for patient care and containment of hospital infections Regular review and authorization of microbiology method manuals in conjunction with the service lead. Adheres to the clinical guidelines and practice standards in microbiology Works with SMOs of the DHB. Participates on an on-call roster for out of hours support and advice Assists with training and continued education of technical and clinical staff. Provides all WDHB with expertise including regular visits to Waitakere Hospital and laboratory Responsible for overseeing the internal quality control and external quality assurance of microbiology and infectious serology testing in the laboratory and in related point of care testing Contributes and participates in local education and review meetings. Where appropriate contributes in clinically based research and development Assists with the development or evaluation of methods in conjunction with technical staff. Fosters an environment that supports clinical research. Contribution and involvement in ward rounds Contributes to the development of Regionally agreed guidance protocols Works in collaboration with professional colleagues across the regions DHBs and other providers to develop the best outcome for the Waitemata community Work with the DHB infection control clinicians collaboratively as a team Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of quality and process improvement. Works with the Clinical Director, Services Manager and Quality Manager in the development of strategic and quality initiatives for the organization. Participates in the Laboratory and WDHB quality programmes. Completes medical audits as appropriate maintains documentation at a high level of accuracy. Works with the infection control team to minimize the risk of MDRO outbreaks Contributes in the selection and monitoring of laboratory equipment and consumables Involvement in the selection of referral laboratories and monitoring of their service with view to providing the best Waitemata District Health Board - POSITION DESCRIPTION - Clinical Microbiologist Page 2
KEY TASKS Maintain professional competence, and Educational requirements Health and Safety To recognise Individual Responsibility for Workplace Health and Safety under the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 Workplace hazards are identified and reported, including selfmanagement of hazards where appropriate EXPECTED OUTCOMES clinical outcome for the patient Ensure quality standards are achieved and maintained Service efficiency and turnaround times are achieved within the Service level agreements Responds to queries or complaints when necessary Contributes to the development of business cases for the service Undertakes appropriate continuing medical education in order to maintain competency as required by the Medical Council. Supports laboratory staff education, training and clinical competence Supports clinical staff education, training and clinical competence Contribution to clinical staff orientations Presentation and involvement in grand rounds Company health and safety policies are read and understood and relevant procedures applied to their own work activities Workplace hazards are identified and reported, including self management of hazards where appropriate Can identify health and safety representative for area Implement a safe laboratory working environment that is compliant Waitemata District Health Board - POSITION DESCRIPTION - Clinical Microbiologist Page 3
Behavioural Competencies Adheres to Waitemata District Health Boards 4 Organisational Values of: Every single person matters, whether a patient / client, family member or a staff member We see our work in health as a vocation and more than a job, We are aware of the suffering of these entrusted to our care. We are driven by a desire to relieve that suffering. This philosophy drives our caring approach and means we will strive to do everything we can to relieve suffering and promote wellness. We need to be connected with our community. We need to be connected within our organisation across disciplines and teams. This is to ensure care is seamless and integrated to achieve the best possible health outcomes for our patients/clients and their families. We seek continuous improvement in everything we do. We will become the national leader in health care delivery. Behavioural Competencies Behaviour Demonstrated Communicates and Works Co-operatively Actively looks for ways to collaborate with and assist others to improve the experience of the healthcare workforce, patients & their families and the community & Iwi. Is Committed to Learning Proactively follows up development needs and learning opportunities for oneself and direct reports. Is Transparent Communicates openly and engages widely across the organisation. Enacts agreed decisions with integrity. Is Customer Focused Responds to peoples needs appropriately and with effective results Identifies opportunities for innovation and improvement Works in Partnership to Works in a way that: Reduce Inequality in Outcomes Demonstrates awareness of partnership obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi. Shows sensitivity to cultural complexity in the workforce and patient population. Ensures service provision that does not vary because of peoples personal characteristics. Improves health Work practices show a concern for the promotion of health and well-being for self and others. Prevents Harm Follows policies and guidelines designed to prevent harm. Acts to ensure the safety of themselves and others. Waitemata District Health Board - POSITION DESCRIPTION - Clinical Microbiologist Page 4
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PERSON SPECIFICATION POSITION TITLE: Clinical Microbiologist Minimum Preferred Qualification Experience & Skills Behaviors FRCPA or equivalent, registered with the NZMC and vocational registration appropriate for microbiology service. Broad understanding of the New Zealand health sector reform and purchasing structure. Recognises the critical and key success factors in working in health. Supportive and committed to the development of the service and team Builds relationships and engenders trust. Strong Networker. Change Orientated Ability to influence and inspire others. Passionate Empathetic Excellent written and verbal communication Open honest communicator Energetic Flexible Experience of a medium / large size laboratory service Innovation or research interest Regional collaborative vision Strategist Commercial awareness Waitemata District Health Board - POSITION DESCRIPTION - Clinical Microbiologist Page 6