Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist -Haematology
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Job overview
Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist – Haematology
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership’s (ESEL) Haematology Department.We are looking to appoint an experienced Biomedical Scientist with a positive attitude, strong leadership skills and committed to meeting the needs of our patients by participating in a 24-hour Agenda for Change shift system.
The successful candidate will be primarily based at Queen Elizabeth Hospital site (QEH) but may be expected to cover and support other ESEL sites depending on service demand.
"PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY"
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the laboratory, predominantly leading Haematology & Blood Transfusion section, and will take direction from supporting Operational Leads in transforming the delivery of services.The department utilises Winpath LIMS and uses Sysmex equipment in Haematology and Coagulation across all sites. Bio-Rad and Grifols analysers are used in Haemoglobinopathy and Blood Transfusion respectively.
We invite applications from enthusiastic candidates who have completed a relevant MSc or IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship) and who are interested in opportunities for progression and development within our organisation.
Working for our organisation
The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.
The Pathology Partnership is based on well-established models for pathology networks, with the Royal London Hospital becoming the main hub laboratory for the network and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at all other Hospital sites.
Pathology is made up of the following services - Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry; Infectious Diseases including Microbiology and Virology; Cellular Pathology including Histopathology, non-gynae Cytology and mortuary services; Immunology; Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology; Immunophenotyping; Clinical Transplantation and Retinoblastoma.
The 2020/21 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £126m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 822 WTE. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging.We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Please note: When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High Cost Area Supplement) is not included for non-medical roles. This ensures fairness and consistency within our organisation, as some of our sites fall under inner HCAS, while others are classified as outer HCAS
If you require further information please contact: Tosin Kelani, ESL Blood Sciences Operational Lead via Telephone on 0208 836 6046 or email [email protected]
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- MSc. Biomedical Science or IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship)
- Holder of the IBMS Certificate of Competence, Registration Portfolio
- Registration with the Health Care Professions Council
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Management/ Quality training
- Knowledge of higher specialist but relevant area
Experience
Essential criteria- At least 5 years post HCPC registration in diagnostic Haematology & Blood Transfusion.
- Experience of effectively managing staff
- Experience of teaching staff
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Advanced scientific knowledge for relevant discipline
- Detailed understanding of UKAS, Quality Management Systems
- Good understanding of Health & Safety Legislation
- Good understanding of Governance Requirements
- Detailed knowledge of MHRA legislation
- Advanced QPulse user
- BBTS Specialist Certificate in Transfusion science practice
Skills
Essential criteria- Competent in quality management techniques.
- Basic computer literacy
- Ability to analyse, interpret and present data/results/concepts
- Good keyboard skills
Other
Desirable criteria- Previous NHS experience.
Skills
Essential criteria- able to communicate effectively with staff
- Polite, helpful and confident manner
Other
Essential criteria- Reliable, responsible person.
- Able to work as part of a team
- Able to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptations
- Respects confidentiality
- Hold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies
- The post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable and flexible
We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
As an Equal Opportunities Employer we actively support applications from individuals’ who apply under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme and will process your application as appropriate.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications has been received and we regret that we are unable to provide notification if your application is unsuccessful.
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