Haematology Senior Biomedical Scientist
Haematology Senior Biomedical Scientist
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Job Description
Band 7: 47810 - 54710
Full time hours: 37.5 per week
Permanent contract
We have a fantastic opportunity for a full time permanent Senior Biomedical Scientist to join our Haematology team and support our Pathology Service.
Candidates must be HCPC registered as a Biomedical Scientist and hold an MSc or equivalent in Biomedical Science.
Key Responsibilities:
The role of the Haematology Senior Biomedical Scientist is to carry out investigations on samples of tissue and body fluids to aid in the diagnosis of disease and monitor the treatment of patients by:
1. Assisting in the provision of reliable and accurate analytical data for the Trust in accordance with relevant regulatory standards and requirements (including ISO 15189 HFEA and MHRA).
2. Working as part of a team of Biomedical Scientists to deliver within budget a patient-orientated medical laboratory service to contribute to efficient and effective care.
3. Acting as a Haematology section leader managing and co-ordinating the day-to-day technical activities.
4. Demonstrating an exemplary standard of work at all times; including the supervision training and guidance of laboratory staff as required.
5. Providing specialist advice to clinicians as to the appropriateness of tests and timescales.
6. Assisting in the ongoing achievement of departmental quality standards.
7. To have attained specialist knowledge in Haematology through a minimum of three years experience as a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist working in a Haematology laboratory demonstrated by the possession of an IBMS approved Masters level qualification or equivalent.
8. Participating in the agreed working patterns of the department to provide a safe and effective service.
9. Deputising for the Haematology Operational Manager as required.
For additional information please see attached Job description
Qualifications :
Essential
MSc or equivalent in Biomedical Science
Registration with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist
Be able to demonstrate a broad level of specialist Haematology knowledge and practical experience by possession of an Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) Specialist Portfolio or equivalent
Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Management qualification
Experience
Three years experience in a specialist Haematology BMS role within a clinical laboratory
Evidence of supervisory experience
Evidence of training and developing staff
Evidence of contribution to service improvement
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
Be able to demonstrate the ability to problem solve in a methodical and logical manner
Ability to use highly complex automated equipment and associated computer software systems
Ability to maintain standards of accuracy and hand to eye coordination in repetitive manual techniques and working in a methodical organised manner
Ability to undertake the technical validation of results
Communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to work using own initiative and without supervision
The ability to supervise and train laboratory staff effectively
Competent in the interpretation of diagnostic laboratory results
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and procedures
A knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and procedures within a clinical laboratory
Good interpersonal skills and ability to manage staff
Desirable
Practical knowledge of Haematology equipment and methods
Additional Information :
The health and wellbeing of our staff is at the forefront of everything we do. We are proud to be able to offer our staff some fantastic benefits including our on-site Nursery access to our free Beach Hut for those long summer days our on-site Wellness Centre including a gym and a swimming pool access to our fantastic staff networks including LGBTQ Race Equality and Disability and awards ceremonies to recognise your achievements. We believe we can offer support to all of our staff when they need it the most.
We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education opinions culture ethnicity race sex gender identity and expression nation of origin age languages spoken veterans status colour religion disability sexual orientation and beliefs.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
