Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to join our friendly support team in the Haematology/Transfusion Department at the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital and Burnley General Teaching Hospital.
The duties are to perform technical and scientific processes within the Haematology/Transfusion discipline to support the BMS staff. This involves: receipt/recording of samples (blood transfusion), performing sample analysis by utilising the departments automated analysers, troubleshooting and maintenance of analysis, running quality controls processes, supporting the BMS staff to aid the diagnosis of haematological disorders and transfusion related complications, while following the department's written procedures (SOP's).
Main duties of the job
Please refer to job description for a list of the main duties associated with the post. The this is not exhaustive, therefore the successful candidate must be able to adapt to changes within the role.
About us
Full training will be provided but any previous laboratory experience will be an advantage.
The post is full time (37.5h/w) and a flexible working approach will be required. The successful candidates will be required to work to a roster pattern which includes a mixture of days, evenings, nights, weekends and Bank Holidays.
Job description
Job responsibilities
More detail about the role can be found in the attached job description which contains the main duties and responsibilities that the successful candidate will be expected to carry out.
Job description
Job responsibilities
More detail about the role can be found in the attached job description which contains the main duties and responsibilities that the successful candidate will be expected to carry out.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation degree in Healthcare Science or equivalent (IBMS Certificate of achievement part 2)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a pathology department
- NHS laboratory
Desirable
- Experience of working in a Haematology/Transfusion , or Blood Sciences department
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Computer literate
- Able to handle patient information confidentially
- Able to work accurately with prolonged concentration
- Able to follow protocols and health and safety procedures
Desirable
- Knowledge of routine Microbiology practices
- Knowledge of lean systems and tools
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation degree in Healthcare Science or equivalent (IBMS Certificate of achievement part 2)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a pathology department
- NHS laboratory
Desirable
- Experience of working in a Haematology/Transfusion , or Blood Sciences department
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Computer literate
- Able to handle patient information confidentially
- Able to work accurately with prolonged concentration
- Able to follow protocols and health and safety procedures
Desirable
- Knowledge of routine Microbiology practices
- Knowledge of lean systems and tools
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team
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).
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).
