Laboratory Manager - Blood Transfusion
Job overview
We are looking for a Blood Transfusion Laboratory Manager. Primarily working between Wythenshawe Hospital and North Manchester General Hospital but cross site working is essential to be involved in the dynamics of MFT Laboratory leadership team.
You will be a HCPC registered senior biomedical scientist with substantial senior-level experience in Blood transfusion and excellent motivational and development skills.
Main duties of the job
As a Laboratory Manager for the Blood Sciences Care Division, you will be required to take responsibility through the Lead Healthcare Scientist for defined areas of the service including operational management, departmental resources and technical services, staff, finance, equipment and space.
Working with senior colleagues you will be responsible for the overall operation and development of laboratory service areas providing a quality led, efficient and safe service and provide specialist advice on scientific and technical issues
This is a exciting post for an enthusiastic, forward thinking individual who will make a significant managerial contribution to the development of the department as a whole.
Working for our organisation
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.
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Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- HCPC registered, Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences / MSc or equivalent.
- Recognised management qualification or attendance at short courses on relevant management issues.
- Evidence of CPD
- Member of recognised CPD scheme.
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Considerable experience within specialty, with substantial experience in a supervisory capacity
- Awareness of laboratory and management issues within medical specialist area and the Pathology service. e.g. Clinical Governance and Risk Management UKAS standards and Accreditation, MHRA, Health and Safety HR Policies
- Clinical Governance and Risk Management
- UKAS & MHRA standards and Accreditation
- Health and Safety HR Policies
- Experience with laboratory computer systems. Comprehensive IT skills Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Internet and email
- Evidence with training and development of staff
- Evidence of laboratory management.
- Experiencing of liaising with different professions and organisations
- Higher Specialist Diploma
Training and experience
Essential criteria- Ability to liaise with all grades of staff in and out of the department.
- Evidence of working with and leading a team.
- IT literacy