Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists in the Haematology and Blood Transfusion Laboratories at Pathology at Wigan and Salford (PAWS) apart of the Northern Care Alliance. Applications are invited from enthusiastic and motivated individuals with experience in Haematology and Blood Transfusion Science to join our team. Working across a range of sections you will receive full support and development through training and gain experience in specialist areas.
The Central Service Laboratory at Salford Royal Hospital also serves the sites of Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. PAWS also has Laboratories at Royal Albert Edward Infirmary and Wrightington Hsopital.
Main duties of the job
You will be working with state-of-the-art equipment including Siemens Advia 2120i FBC automation, IL TOP 550 and the department is currently going though an equipment refresh and you will be working with Sysmex XN 9000 FBC automation, CN serivce Coaguation automation, GeneXpert PCR, Bio-Rad Variant HPLC equipment and Ortho Vision automated blood group serology. Blood transfusion practice includes Electronic Issue, and a patient blood management programme is in place to support anaemia management. The department is fully computerised with Telepath. 2024 will see the replacement of all Haematology automated equipment and a new LIMS installed.
The philosophy of the laboratory is to promote best practice and provide high quality services. The department is approved by the HCPC for training to state registration and is UKAS accredited (ISO 15189). CPD and further study is encouraged and supported. Band 5 staff automatically progress to Band 6 on successful completion of the IBMS Specialist Diploma and 3 year post registration experience.
About us
The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with IBMS accredited Honours Degree or equivalent.
Desirable
- The Specialist portfolio by the IBMS or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience
Skill and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to follow protocols accurately.
- Computer literacy
- Awareness of confidentiality issues.
- Awareness of health and safety issues.
Desirable
- 3 years post registration experience in the discipline
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience in Haematology &/or Blood Transfusion
- Holds a valid current registration
- Work within a NHS laboratory before
Desirable
- Blood Transfusion experience
- Blood film morphology experience
- 1-2 years NHS Laboratory experience
Flexibility to work 24/7
Essential
- mention in application flexibility to work 24/7
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with IBMS accredited Honours Degree or equivalent.
Desirable
- The Specialist portfolio by the IBMS or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience
Skill and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to follow protocols accurately.
- Computer literacy
- Awareness of confidentiality issues.
- Awareness of health and safety issues.
Desirable
- 3 years post registration experience in the discipline
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience in Haematology &/or Blood Transfusion
- Holds a valid current registration
- Work within a NHS laboratory before
Desirable
- Blood Transfusion experience
- Blood film morphology experience
- 1-2 years NHS Laboratory experience
Flexibility to work 24/7
Essential
- mention in application flexibility to work 24/7
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).