Job summary
An opportunity exists for a Full Time, Permanent, HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist wishing to work within the Haematology and Blood Transfusion sections at The Whittington Health NHS Trust as a night workers -typically 3 nights per week to cover the weekend nights and any nights worked will attract additional payment via enhancement claims. There will be an initial requirement to work core hours for training and competency purposes. There will also be a requirement for some day shifts for training purposes following commencement of night work.
Applications are invited from committed, motivated and enthusiastic individuals who wish to extend their skills and be instrumental in moving the department into an exciting future. The newly formed Essential Services Laboratory (ESL) at the Whittington hospital is undertaking significant upgrades to the facilities and equipment and is a fantastic opportunity for a BMS to be involved in verification of analysers and transfer of service from the current lab to the new ESL Laboratory.
Applicants must be highly motivated, enthusiastic and should have flexible but committed approach to working. They will need to demonstrate good organisational skills and the ability to work without supervision in a team or lone working. The successful applicant MUST be HCPC registered and will be will be assigned to cover night shifts -typically 3 nights per week.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be expected to work in on a rotational basis in both Haematology and Blood Transfusion and therefore post registration experience of working in a Haematology and Blood transfusion laboratory is ESSENTIAL. Previous experience of working with Sysmex and Ortho Analysers would be beneficial.
The post holder will have opportunities for further development, with responsibilities for quality, H&S and training dependent on experience. The department has an excellent training programme to develop staff to realise their potential and career advancement. are comparable with agenda for change pay scales dependent on experience.
If you would like to be involved in shaping the future of the pathology services at HSL and are HCPC Registered with an accredited Biomedical Science Degree and post registration experience in Haematology and Blood Transfusion, you are invited to apply.
About us
At HSL we offer a variety of excellent staff benefits including:
Training and development opportunities supporting professional development
Annual salary reviewNo banding restrictions: As we are a private company we are not restricted by salary bandings and so are able to negotiate appropriate salaries based on experience. This also means that annual salary reviews do not hit a band ceiling.
Discounted gym membership we have a corporate gym membership scheme with Better Gyms
Cash healthcare plan cash back on a variety of healthcare costs including dentist and opticians
Sick Pay Entitlement 5 paid days in the first year of employment, 20 days thereafter
Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service Cover
Life Assurance providing salary continuation for long term illness (six months qualifying period)
Employee Assistance Programme supporting staff wellbeing
Season Ticket Loan Scheme interest free loan for the cost of annual travel ticket
Perkbox Access to additional staff perks and benefits such as high street discounts
Company Pension Scheme company and staff contributions which increase with service
Competitive annual leave allowance 28 days
Flexible working hours we support and offer flexibility around shift patterns and working schedule
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties:
To include, but not be restricted to, the following duties:
- Participate in all areas of laboratory bench work, whilst adhering to standard operating procedures and participating in their regular review and update.
- Multidisciplinary working as required
- Techniques and testing that include automated analysers and manual methods.
- Communicate patients results and answer enquiries from health care professionals providing information regarding appropriate investigations required and explanation of results, within departmental guidelines and professional code of conduct.
- Interpret clinical information and use scientific knowledge to process specimens for appropriate tests, seeking advice from senior staff and clinicians when necessary.
- Undertake specimen preparation and analysis for a range of sample types.
- Operate and maintain analytical equipment in the department.
- Evaluate and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures.
- Interpret complex scientific data and enter test results on pathology computer system.
- Check reports for further action by clinical staff.
- Authorise reports as delegated within departmental policy.
- Replace stocks of consumables and reagents when required and inform the Section Leader if back-up stocks are low.
- To assist when required in the preparation of documentation for UKAS (ISO) accreditation.
- Able to solve complex problems within work area, but advise both clinicians and senior staff of any clinical and managerial issues
- Receipt, booking and processing of samples through the sample reception area when required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties:
To include, but not be restricted to, the following duties:
- Participate in all areas of laboratory bench work, whilst adhering to standard operating procedures and participating in their regular review and update.
- Multidisciplinary working as required
- Techniques and testing that include automated analysers and manual methods.
- Communicate patients results and answer enquiries from health care professionals providing information regarding appropriate investigations required and explanation of results, within departmental guidelines and professional code of conduct.
- Interpret clinical information and use scientific knowledge to process specimens for appropriate tests, seeking advice from senior staff and clinicians when necessary.
- Undertake specimen preparation and analysis for a range of sample types.
- Operate and maintain analytical equipment in the department.
- Evaluate and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures.
- Interpret complex scientific data and enter test results on pathology computer system.
- Check reports for further action by clinical staff.
- Authorise reports as delegated within departmental policy.
- Replace stocks of consumables and reagents when required and inform the Section Leader if back-up stocks are low.
- To assist when required in the preparation of documentation for UKAS (ISO) accreditation.
- Able to solve complex problems within work area, but advise both clinicians and senior staff of any clinical and managerial issues
- Receipt, booking and processing of samples through the sample reception area when required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with HCPC as Biomedical Scientist
- IBMS Accredited BSc (hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent
- Participation in a relevant CPD Scheme e.g. IBMS
Experience
Essential
- Theoretical and practical knowledge in discipline of pathology relevant to role.
- Previous experience in a relevant laboratory, and proficiency in techniques appropriate to the discipline.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with HCPC as Biomedical Scientist
- IBMS Accredited BSc (hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent
- Participation in a relevant CPD Scheme e.g. IBMS
Experience
Essential
- Theoretical and practical knowledge in discipline of pathology relevant to role.
- Previous experience in a relevant laboratory, and proficiency in techniques appropriate to the discipline.
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).
