Job summary
Applications are invited from experienced; HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists with an MSc Biomedical Science (or equivalent qualification/experience) for a full time Senior Biomedical Scientist (Section Manager) post in our busy Haematology Laboratory which forms part of a Blood Sciences Laboratory service at this busy District General Hospital.
Applications will be considered for those who are able to evidence a completed IBMS Specialist Portfolio within the Discipline and are actively working towards MSC Qualification - and can evidence the other essential criteria.
This role would be at a Trainee B7 AFC Rate (70% of top of band) during this time andwould transfer to AFC B7, upon completion of qualification.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will join our friendly team of experienced Biomedical Scientists and support staff and take a leading role in the day to day running of the Haematology Laboratory, supervision, training and competency assessment of laboratory staff and quality management according to UKAS standards, at this busy District General Hospital. The successful candidate will be part of the Hospital Haematology Team
About us
The laboratory is well equipped (Sysmex, ToSoH and Werfen analysers [amongst others]), fully computerised (Clinisys LabCentre system), fully UKAS accredited and IBMS approved for training.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Along with other Haematology Section Managers:
Day to day running of the haematology laboratory - organising staff duty rota's to ensure service provision.
Line management of Laboratory staff - duties of which include (but are not limited to) - sickness management, performance management and people development.
Training & competency assessment of staff according to UKAS/professional standards.
Provide data as required to managers.
Please see detailed Job Description & person specification
Job description
Job responsibilities
Along with other Haematology Section Managers:
Day to day running of the haematology laboratory - organising staff duty rota's to ensure service provision.
Line management of Laboratory staff - duties of which include (but are not limited to) - sickness management, performance management and people development.
Training & competency assessment of staff according to UKAS/professional standards.
Provide data as required to managers.
Please see detailed Job Description & person specification
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of ISO15189/UKAs Assessments
- Knowledge of National Guidelines specific to Haematology
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Experience in Completion of Audits
Desirable
- Knowledge of Lean Principles
- Experience with Leading on Audits
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (Q Pulse Ideal)
Registration
Essential
Education
Essential
- MSc or equivalent knowledge (Or Actively Working Towards)
- Discipline Specific/Relevant Specialist IBMS Accredited Portfolio
Desirable
- Management qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Training/Supervision of staff
- Problem solving
- Working under pressure
- Working with Laboratory Information Management Systems
- Evidence wide range of techniques related to Haematology Discipline
Desirable
- Knowledge of Portfolio Assessment/Development
- Experience in Supporting Staff Development and Registration
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of ISO15189/UKAs Assessments
- Knowledge of National Guidelines specific to Haematology
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Experience in Completion of Audits
Desirable
- Knowledge of Lean Principles
- Experience with Leading on Audits
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (Q Pulse Ideal)
Registration
Essential
Education
Essential
- MSc or equivalent knowledge (Or Actively Working Towards)
- Discipline Specific/Relevant Specialist IBMS Accredited Portfolio
Desirable
- Management qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Training/Supervision of staff
- Problem solving
- Working under pressure
- Working with Laboratory Information Management Systems
- Evidence wide range of techniques related to Haematology Discipline
Desirable
- Knowledge of Portfolio Assessment/Development
- Experience in Supporting Staff Development and Registration
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
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).
