Job summary
PLEASE NOTE: This is a Band 6 role but we could consider applications from suitably experienced Band 5s. You would be initially paid at Band 5 level until the required competencies are deemed to be met. Please see attached Band 5 and Band 6 Job Descriptions and Person Specifications.
If you are appointed at Band 5, your salary will be within the range of £27,055 - £32,934.
If you are appointed at Band 6, your salary will be within the range of £33,706 - £40,40,588.
Biomedical Scientist / Healthcare Scientist - Blood Sciences- Haematology and Blood Transfusion
Applications are invited from highly motivated and enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists / Healthcare Scientists for a permanent full time post in the Haematology and Blood Transfusion Laboratories in Blood sciences at the Royal Bolton Hospital. Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is an integrated care organisation providing patient care in the community at health centres and clinics and the hospital.The successful candidate will join our friendly team of experienced Biomedical Scientists and support staff rotating through all sections of our busy Haematology and Blood Transfusion lab.
Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will join our friendly team of experienced Biomedical Scientists and support staff rotating through all sections of our busy Haematology and Blood Transfusion laboratories.As a biomedical scientist you will work across haematology and transfusion operating analysers such as Sysmex XN, Werfen TOP, Tosoh HPLC, and Ortho Ultra analysers.
The laboratories are well equipped (Sysmex XN, Werfen TOP, Tosoh HPLC, and Ortho Ultra analysers), fully computerised (Clinisys LabCentre system), fully UKAS accredited and HCPC approved for training. The Blood Sciences Laboratories processes around 900,000 patient samples per year. The department operates an out of hours service (24 hour working - 7 days per week) in which you will be required to participate. Payment for 'out of hours' working is at Agenda for Change rates. Flexibility to cover for absent colleagues will be expected.You will be encouraged and supported to participate in further education, training and Continuing Professional Development.
About us
You will join a friendly team of staff and work with all grade levels to make sure the department is able to provide a excellent service to the community and the hospital and maintain turnaround times.
Based just off the M61, twenty minutes from the centre of Manchester and with excellent transport links to the rest of the North West, we are a forward thinking Foundation Trust.Royal Bolton Hospital has a catchment population of approx 350,000 people.The aims of this Trust are to improve the health of our people and provide the best possible care to the population in which we serve and ensure that our staff have joy and pride in their work. We are striving to recruit a workforce that reflects the communities in which we serve. Staff are valued and we can offer excellent opportunities for further training and development.
The vision of this Trust is to be recognised by the people of Bolton and beyond as an excellent provider of health and care services and a great place to work. We are striving to attract, recruit and retain high caliber staff which reflect our communities. We are an inclusive employer who trains and develops our staff in a positive learning environment. We aim to be inclusive and therefore applications form all sectors of the community are welcomed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work as biomedical scientist in Haematology and Transfusion Lab. And once fully trained will be expected to participate in the out of hours service (24 hour working-7 days per week).For further information regarding the key responsibilities of this role please see the attached job description. If you have any further questions regarding this role please do not hesitate to contact us via the information below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work as biomedical scientist in Haematology and Transfusion Lab. And once fully trained will be expected to participate in the out of hours service (24 hour working-7 days per week).For further information regarding the key responsibilities of this role please see the attached job description. If you have any further questions regarding this role please do not hesitate to contact us via the information below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Biomedical Scientist with the Health Professions Council (HPC)
- BSc(hons) Biomedical Science (or equivalent acceptable to the IBMS/HPC).
Desirable
- Evidence of recent attendance at specialist courses.
- ECDL or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Successful completion of the Specialist Portfolio or equivalent post registration experience in specialist practice
- Training/supervision of subordinate staff. Use of IT systems
- Experience of laboratory automation
Desirable
- Recent experience in busy Haematology department
- Previous experience in 'out of hours' working
- Experience in a wide variety of techniques within the appropriate disciplines
Skills
Essential
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Practical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
- Able to deal with multiple tasks, meet deadlines and work to a consistently high standard
Desirable
- Problem solving and training skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Theoretical knowledge commensurate with HCPC registration
- Evidence of CPD
- Knowledge of laboratory IT systems
Desirable
- Knowledge of lean management principles
Other
Essential
- Flexible approach to work and must be able to participate in out of hours working rotas
- Team working, own initiative and working under pressure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Biomedical Scientist with the Health Professions Council (HPC)
- BSc(hons) Biomedical Science (or equivalent acceptable to the IBMS/HPC).
Desirable
- Evidence of recent attendance at specialist courses.
- ECDL or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Successful completion of the Specialist Portfolio or equivalent post registration experience in specialist practice
- Training/supervision of subordinate staff. Use of IT systems
- Experience of laboratory automation
Desirable
- Recent experience in busy Haematology department
- Previous experience in 'out of hours' working
- Experience in a wide variety of techniques within the appropriate disciplines
Skills
Essential
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Practical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
- Able to deal with multiple tasks, meet deadlines and work to a consistently high standard
Desirable
- Problem solving and training skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Theoretical knowledge commensurate with HCPC registration
- Evidence of CPD
- Knowledge of laboratory IT systems
Desirable
- Knowledge of lean management principles
Other
Essential
- Flexible approach to work and must be able to participate in out of hours working rotas
- Team working, own initiative and working under pressure
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).
