Biomedical Scientist (BMS) Team Manager

Job summary

This is an exciting role in the new HAV/B19 Testing lab. Our Testing laboratories carry out large-scale screening for HAV/B19 using sophisticated, automated equipment. We are looking for a Biomedical Scientist (Band 7) with specialist knowledge in diagnostic/testing laboratory work. You will have a specialist qualification in Transfusion/Transplantation Science. You will be able to perform, analyse, interpret, both routine and complex testing or diagnostic investigations. The successful applicant for this senior BMS post will be responsible for managing a team to provide technical leadership for the department. You will act as a mentor positively influencing the team and acting as their day-to-day front-line manager embracing the duties this position requires.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will be required to: perform, analyse, interpret, document and report routine and complex testing investigations manage the day to day activities of one or more teams in the laboratory and take responsibility for the standard of work and the quality of the results produced provide technical leadership and will make a significant contribution towards the quality management of the section allocated to you train Healthcare Scientist staff and act as a mentor take on some of the duties of the Laboratory Manager in their absence, as required, and will act as a mentor for all laboratory staff and contribute to their training You may be required to work weekends and Bank Holidays in times of operational difficulty, with suitable prior notice.

About us

At NHS Blood and Transplant, were incredibly proud of the many talented people who come together every day to make our organisation the very best it can be. We have clearly defined values that are centred around offering exceptional care to our donors and their families. We take care of each other too and we focus on building our expertise so we can change lives, provide quality support and offer fulfilling careers. Its an opportunity to contribute to a unique team as part of a service that saves lives 365 days a year. We offer brilliant benefits including 27 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), a comprehensive induction and training programme, and competitive pension scheme. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with and positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever