Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology

*PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY* Applications are invited for a HCPC Registered Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Haematology. The work site will predominantly be based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital (Brighton). Work and support for the Princess Royal (Haywards Heath) site will be as and when required. Our current instrumentation includes: Sysmex, BD Biosciences, BioRad, Stago, Ortho Vision and StarrSed. We also provide haemoglobinopathy screening and immunophenotyping services. You must have a Specialist IBMS Portfolio (or its predecessor, the CPSM/HPC logbook and oral examination). You must also have an MSc or equivalent qualification in the appropriate speciality and at least 4 years' continuous post Specialist Portfolio registration (or CPSM/HPC logbook) experience within a diagnostic NHS Haematology laboratory. You would be expected to have experience in delivering training, analyser troubleshooting and Quality management systems. You must have good knowledge of blood film morphology and technical knowledge of Haematology analytical instruments, be confident in leading a team and have good communication skills. Experience in Haemoglobinopathy screening is advantageous. Evidence of competencies and knowledge will be required and will be assessed at interview. The successful candidate is required to participate in the 24/7 shift working pattern after satisfying required competencies (including Coagulation and Blood Transfusion).Main duties of the job
Quality activities to maintain UKAS accreditation status Training and supervising of BMS and MLA staff and maintaining staff competency logs Managing staffing in the section Ensuring analysers are maintained correctly and undertaking any troubleshooting that is required dealing with engineer visits for maintenance and repairs. Organising the section around planned and unplanned analytical down time Stock control and ordering of reagents and materials
Please read the attached job description and person specification for further details.About usAt UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of theUK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years. Improving lives:We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put ourPatient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourwellbeing programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. Build a career with us:As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do Job descriptionJob responsibilities
Quality activities to maintain UKAS accreditation status Training and supervising of BMS and MLA staff and maintaining staff competency logs Managing staffing in the section Ensuring analysers are maintained correctly and undertaking any troubleshooting that is required dealing with engineer visits for maintenance and repairs. Organising the section around planned and unplanned analytical down time Stock control and ordering of reagents and materials
Please read the attached job description and person specification for further details.Person SpecificationHCPC registrationEssential
Must be HCPC registered with no fitness to practice concerns or limits to practice
QualificationsEssential
Must have completed the IBMS Specialist Diploma (or CPSM/HPC log book and oral exam)
QualificationsEssential
Masters of Science (MSc.) or equivalent higher level qualification in appropriate speciality
Desirable
MSc. Biomedical Science or MSc. Haematology
ExperienceEssential
Must be working at band 6 or above with 4 years or more continuous experience post IBMS Specialist Diploma (or CPSM/HPC) in a UK NHS diagnostic laboratory. Higher scores for experience that meets requirements of job role/description. Evidence to demonstrate their skills/knowledge/CPD will be required at interview
Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)AddressRoyal Sussex County Hospital Eastern Road Brighton BN2 5BEAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 279-6163133-MAR24
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