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Specialist Biomedical Scientist- Haematology and Blood Transfusion

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Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Haematology and Transfusion to join our Blood Sciences team based in Basildon with flexibility to work at the Southend site.

Pathology First operates over three sites using a hub and spoke model. Our hub site offers a high throughput service for our non-urgent community work, and specialist testing comprising factor assays, haemoglobinopathy screening and flow cytometry. Our two hospital laboratories at Southend and Basildon provide urgent testing for acute admissions and inpatients with a full hospital transfusion service, this includes serving the cardiothoracic centre at Basildon, and a substantial oncology and haemato-oncology workload. The Southend site boasts a biomedical scientist-led anticoagulant clinic. This role will involve rotating across the haematology and transfusion sections and across sites. Our laboratories receive approximately 1.2M FBC and coagulation samples and 100K transfusion samples per year. The department is equipped with Werfen ACL-TOPs, Beckman Coulter DXHs, Ortho Visions and Bio-Rad D100s. The main IT platform for all sites is Clinisys WinPath Enterprise.

Main duties of the job

You will need to be flexible to fit in with our multi-site, around the clock shift pattern (unsocial shifts attract additional payments). The environment is fast-paced offering a one-hour turnaround time to acute users, two hours for inpatients and four hours for community requests. You will require specialised knowledge and experience of laboratory techniques, analyser platforms and associated equipment. As a specialist you will independently report blood films and identify atypical blood group antibodies. You will have a role in the training of less experienced employees, and you will be involved in quality management including auditing and document review. You will need to be conversant with the main laboratory information management system and middle-ware applications. We will consider sponsoring suitable employees on a relevant MSc course.

We are located at our dedicated hub laboratory in the Basildon industrial area off the A127 and free car parking is available ten minutes walk away. SYNLAB is proud to work with the NHS through several hospital partnerships. These partnerships combine clinical excellence with the very best in innovation and transformation.

About us

SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.

We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.

We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.

We reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.

SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.

Details

Date posted

12 July 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£35,392 to £42,618 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0307-24-0079

Job locations

I P P Pathology First

Bentalls

Basildon

Essex

SS14 3BY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Participate in and assist with clinical trials, the development of new tests and research & validation of equipment ensuring at all times compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management policies and practices.

To provide technical advice to clinical staff.

To perform and interpret routine and Specialist Biomedical investigations and to participate daily in the scientific and technical activities of the laboratory section under the supervision of senior staff.

Together with Senior staff help ensure compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management, including.

iPP policies

MHRA

NHSCSP

HTA

HFEA

United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS)

Any other body in area of responsibility

Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory, document review, non-conformance review and quality assurance processes.

Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results.

Attend and participate positively in laboratory and other meetings as directed by Laboratory senior staff.

As directed by senior laboratory staff, plan and prioritise work allocations, training plans, audits of both yourself and junior staff, responding appropriately to the needs of routine and urgent activities.

Encourage active participation in continuous professional development and support the introduction of new technologies and / or systems by being a change advocate.

Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff.

Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.

Other:

Be an ambassador for Diversity and Inclusion.

Communicate and role model the values and behaviours of SYNLAB.

Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate.

Undertake any other reasonable duty, when requested to do so by an appropriate manager.

Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.

Complete all statutory, mandatory and essential training within timeframes specified.

Safety:

Observe safety regulations and attend mandatory fire, manual handling and other courses as required.

Report all incidents and adverse events to managers and assist in the investigations of any incidents.

Participate in risk assessment monitoring.

Ensure that the equipment within area of work is maintained and operated as per SOPs.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Participate in and assist with clinical trials, the development of new tests and research & validation of equipment ensuring at all times compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management policies and practices.

To provide technical advice to clinical staff.

To perform and interpret routine and Specialist Biomedical investigations and to participate daily in the scientific and technical activities of the laboratory section under the supervision of senior staff.

Together with Senior staff help ensure compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management, including.

iPP policies

MHRA

NHSCSP

HTA

HFEA

United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS)

Any other body in area of responsibility

Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory, document review, non-conformance review and quality assurance processes.

Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results.

Attend and participate positively in laboratory and other meetings as directed by Laboratory senior staff.

As directed by senior laboratory staff, plan and prioritise work allocations, training plans, audits of both yourself and junior staff, responding appropriately to the needs of routine and urgent activities.

Encourage active participation in continuous professional development and support the introduction of new technologies and / or systems by being a change advocate.

Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff.

Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.

Other:

Be an ambassador for Diversity and Inclusion.

Communicate and role model the values and behaviours of SYNLAB.

Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate.

Undertake any other reasonable duty, when requested to do so by an appropriate manager.

Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.

Complete all statutory, mandatory and essential training within timeframes specified.

Safety:

Observe safety regulations and attend mandatory fire, manual handling and other courses as required.

Report all incidents and adverse events to managers and assist in the investigations of any incidents.

Participate in risk assessment monitoring.

Ensure that the equipment within area of work is maintained and operated as per SOPs.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Able to work across three sites as required, including hospitals which operate 24-hours
  • Able to work with a high degree of accuracy, numeracy, interpretive skills, and good problem-solving skills
  • Able to demonstrate a good knowledge and experience of industry standard laboratory information management systems
  • Specialist knowledge of Haematology and Transfusion techniques and practices

Qualifications

Essential

  • HCPC registered as a Biomedical Scientist
  • IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology with Hospital Transfusion Practice, or in Haematology only with separate BBTS certificate, or equivalent specialist qualifications
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Able to work across three sites as required, including hospitals which operate 24-hours
  • Able to work with a high degree of accuracy, numeracy, interpretive skills, and good problem-solving skills
  • Able to demonstrate a good knowledge and experience of industry standard laboratory information management systems
  • Specialist knowledge of Haematology and Transfusion techniques and practices

Qualifications

Essential

  • HCPC registered as a Biomedical Scientist
  • IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology with Hospital Transfusion Practice, or in Haematology only with separate BBTS certificate, or equivalent specialist qualifications

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.

Employer details

Employer name

iPP Analytics Limited

Address

I P P Pathology First

Bentalls

Basildon

Essex

SS14 3BY


Employer's website

https://synlab.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

iPP Analytics Limited

Address

I P P Pathology First

Bentalls

Basildon

Essex

SS14 3BY


Employer's website

https://synlab.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Principal BMS

Mark Brookes

Mark.Brookes@synlab.co.uk

Details

Date posted

12 July 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£35,392 to £42,618 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0307-24-0079

Job locations

I P P Pathology First

Bentalls

Basildon

Essex

SS14 3BY


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