Specialist biomedical scientists lead a department or specialist area, undertaking clinical research projects and working as a diagnostic partner within the health care team (investigating and diagnosing patient illnesses like, cancer, diabetes, haematological disorders and coagulation, in the areas of molecular biology or genomics, among others) using several methods, digital tools, and bioinformatics.
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The principles and methods for managing infectious materials in the laboratory environment, biosafety levels, classification and risk assessment, pathogenicity and toxicity of a living organism and their possible hazards in order to minimise any risks for human health and the environment.
The cutaneous diseases at a microscopic and molecular level and the methods to analyse the potential causes of skin diseases at a basic level.
The procedures related to maintaining a hygienic environment within a health care setting such as hospitals and clinics. It can range from hand washing to cleaning and disinfection of medical equipment used and infection control methods.
The processes and tools used for the analysis and dissemination of medical data through computerized systems.
The research technique where a common issue is investigated using approaches from different disciplines with the aim of finding a comprehensive solution to it.
Deal with complex ethical issues and conflicts in biomedical science by following certain codes of ethics during healthcare practice. Raise ethical awareness amongst fellow workers.
Accept accountability for one`s own professional activities and recognise the limits of one`s own scope of practice and competencies.
Ensure patients/clients are fully informed about the risks and benefits of proposed treatments so they can give informed consent, engaging patients/clients in the process of their care and treatment.
Apply professional and evidence based assessment, goal setting, delivery of intervention and evaluation of clients, taking into account the developmental and contextual history of the clients, within one`s own scope of practice.
Make sure that laboratory equipment is used in a safe manner and the handling of samples and specimens is correct. Work to ensure the validity of results obtained in research.
Contribute to the delivery of coordinated and continuous healthcare.
Diagnose diseases or disorders of genitourinary organs and tracts such as erectile dysfunction, infertility, incontinence, prostate cancer, urethral stones, bladder cancer, premature ejaculation, and kidney stones.
Make sure that healthcare users are being treated professionally, effectively and safe from harm, adapting techniques and procedures according to the person's needs, abilities or the prevailing conditions.
Respond to an information need by collecting and analysing available findings to inform clinical decisions.
Keep track of the day-to-day biomedical equipment usage. Maintain stock levels and records, such as blood transfusion stock levels.
Perform and interpret a group of laboratory tests that measure chemicals in the fluid that surrounds and protects the brain and spinal cord.
Perform pathology consultations by preparing a complete report and making recommendations in response to a request from another health care professional or a medico-legal authority.
Transfer tissue to cover a defect, removing healthy tissue from one part of the body, and move it to another site on the body and reconnecting it to a blood supply by suturing arteries and veins, using miniturized instruments and/or a microscope
Perform non-invasive electromagnetic stimulation of the brain using a rapidly changing magnetic field, in order to cause activity in specific or general parts of the brain and study the brain`s functioning and interconnections.
Record and pass test results to medical staff, who use the information to diagnose and treat patient`s illness.
Identify possible treatment protocols for the challenges to human health within a given community in cases such as infectious diseases of high consequences at the global level.
Use mobile health technologies and e-health (online applications and services) in order to enhance the provided healthcare.
Clinically validate the results of the biomedical analysis, according to the expertise and authorization level.
Participate in the delivery of multidisciplinary health care, and understand the rules and competences of other healthcare related professions.
Adhere to organisational or department specific standards and guidelines. Understand the motives of the organisation and the common agreements and act accordingly.
Employ a set of organisational techniques and procedures which facilitate the achievement of the set goals set such as detailed planning of personnel's schedules. Use these resources efficiently and sustainably, and show flexibility when required.
Comply with the regional and national health legislation which regulates relations between suppliers, payers, vendors of the healthcare industry and patients, and the delivery of healthcare services.
Conduct research in health related topics and communicate findings orally, through public presentations or by writing reports and other publications.
Assess the signs and be well-prepared for a situation that poses an immediate threat to a person's health, security, property or environment.
Develop a mutually collaborative therapeutic relationship during treatment, fostering and gaining healthcare users' trust and cooperation.
Offer evidence-based advice on how to avoid ill health, educate and advise individuals and their carers on how to prevent ill health and/or be able to advise how to improve their environment and health conditions. Provide advice on the identification of risks leading to ill health and help to increase the patients' resilience by targeting prevention and early intervention strategies.
Understand the background of clients` and patients’ symptoms, difficulties and behaviour. Be empathetic about their issues; showing respect and reinforcing their autonomy, self-esteem and independence. Demonstrate a concern for their welfare and handle according to the personal boundaries, sensitivities, cultural differences and preferences of the client and patient in mind.
Communicate with clients and their carer’s, with the patient’s permission, to keep them informed about the clients’ and patients’ progress and safeguarding confidentiality.
Keep up to date with diagnostic innovations and apply newest methods of examination.
Give attention to what other people say, patiently understand points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times; able to listen carefully the needs of customers, clients, passengers, service users or others, and provide solutions accordingly.
Keep accurate client records which also satisfy legal and professional standards and ethical obligations in order to facilitate client management, ensuring that all clients' data (including verbal, written and electronic) are treated confidentially.
Implement a set of measures to prevent and control infections, formulating and establishing health and safety procedures and policies.
Promote and respect diversity, and advocate for equal treatment of genders, ethnicities and minority groups in organisations in order to prevent discrimination and ensure inclusion and a positive environment.
Provide evidence based strategies to promote healthy living, disease prevention and management.
Use information technology to accurately record and analyse data from biomedical tests, writing reports on the data and sharing results with the appropriate persons.
Analyse and process information and data, and subsequently formulate the results in a written report.
Cope with pressure and respond appropriately and in time to unexpected and rapidly changing situations in healthcare.
Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the performance of individuals and groups in organisational settings.
Interact, relate and communicate with individuals from a variety of different cultures, when working in a healthcare environment.
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The pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of disorders associated with an excessive, defective or unwarranted immune response. The difference between the pathogenesis of disorders of the immune system such as autoimmunity, allergy, immunodeficiency, leukaemia/lymphoma and transplant rejection.
The situations where electroencephalography or EEG is needed, the techniques that may need to be specified, the preparation the patient needs, and the way to use the results in diagnosis and patient follow-up.
The characteristics of the liver, biliary tree, gallbladder, and pancreas, as well as management of their disorders.
The pathophysiology of elevated intracranial pressure and cerebral perfusion, the influence of blood gases, blood pressure, fluid and electrolyte balance.
The parasites that infect humans, the diseases they cause, potential responses, the methods of their diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and control.
The characteristics of tumour formation, genetics, growth, cellular transformation and clonality.
No competences in this bucket.
Inform and prepare patients who are about to travel to areas with high infection rates, administering immunisations and instructing patients on prevention and treatment of infections and infectious diseases.
Prepare tissue, blood or skin samples for examination procedures and analyse them by running chemical and biological tests.
Explain to patients the basis of their disease from the molecular and metabolic points of view and how therapies can affect their lifestyles.
Explain to patients the types of coagulation disorders and the risks involved, such as thrombosis, strokes, and hemorrhage.
Analyse and interpret electromyograms or EMGs to detect the electrical potential generated by muscle cells when these cells are electrically or neurologically activated.
Perform diagnostic testing for allergies to drugs, vaccines, or other substances used in medicinal treatment.
Select, perform and interpret relevant virological tests related to eye infections, adenovirus, herpes simplex virus, chlamydia, etc.
Research cures and new diagnostic techniques for leukaemia and related blood cancers.
Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.
Supervise nurses, trainees, healthcare assistants, support workers, and/or students by providing practical and theoretical training, mentoring, and support, as required.