Job summary
Haematology Automation Senior Biomedical Scientist (Night)
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 The Royal London Hospital site (RLH) but may be expected to cover and support other ESEL sites depending on service demand
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the laboratory, predominantly leading Haematology & Blood Transfusion section night shifts, and will take direction from supporting Operational Leads in transforming the delivery of services.
The department utilises Winpath LIMS and usesSysmex equipment in Haematology and Coagulation across all sites. Bio-Rad and Grifols analysers are used in Blood Transfusion.
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.
About us
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
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.
If you require further information please contact:
Minal Dave, Haematology & Coagulation Operational Lead via Telephone on 020 324 60409 or email minal.dave@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
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.
If you require further information please contact:
Minal Dave, Haematology & Coagulation Operational Lead via Telephone on 020 324 60409 or email minal.dave@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc. Biomedical Science or IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship)
- MSc. Biomedical Science or IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship)
- Registration with the Health Care Professions Council
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
Desirable
- Management/ Quality training
- Knowledge of higher specialist but relevant area
Experience
Essential
- At least 5 years post HCPC registration in diagnostic Haematology & Blood Transfusion.
Desirable
- Experience of effectively managing staff
- Experience of teaching staff
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced scientific knowledge for relevant discipline
- Detailed understanding of UKAS, Quality Management Systems
- Good understanding of Health & Safety Legislation
- Good understanding of Health & Safety Legislation
- Requirements. Detailed knowledge of MHRA legislation
Desirable
- Advanced QPulse user
- BBTS Specialist Certificate in Transfusion science practice
Skills
Essential
- Competent in quality management techniques
- Basic computer literacy
- Good verbal and written communication skills, and able to communicate effectively with staff
- Ability to analyse, interpret and present data/results/concepts
Desirable
- Good keyboard skills
- Polite, helpful and confident manner.
Other
Essential
- 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
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable and flexible
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc. Biomedical Science or IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship)
- MSc. Biomedical Science or IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship)
- Registration with the Health Care Professions Council
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
Desirable
- Management/ Quality training
- Knowledge of higher specialist but relevant area
Experience
Essential
- At least 5 years post HCPC registration in diagnostic Haematology & Blood Transfusion.
Desirable
- Experience of effectively managing staff
- Experience of teaching staff
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced scientific knowledge for relevant discipline
- Detailed understanding of UKAS, Quality Management Systems
- Good understanding of Health & Safety Legislation
- Good understanding of Health & Safety Legislation
- Requirements. Detailed knowledge of MHRA legislation
Desirable
- Advanced QPulse user
- BBTS Specialist Certificate in Transfusion science practice
Skills
Essential
- Competent in quality management techniques
- Basic computer literacy
- Good verbal and written communication skills, and able to communicate effectively with staff
- Ability to analyse, interpret and present data/results/concepts
Desirable
- Good keyboard skills
- Polite, helpful and confident manner.
Other
Essential
- 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
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable and flexible
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).
