Advanced Biomedical Scientist- Blood Transfusion

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Advanced Biomedical Scientist specializing in Blood Transfusion. The role involves supervising technical work, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and ensuring high-quality service delivery in a busy children's hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical services of the Blood Transfusion section within the laboratory.
• Collaborating with the Consultant Haematologist and Lead BMS.
• Involvement in setting policies and procedures.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Tools

Grifols Erytra

Sysmex XN2000

Beckman Coulter Navios

Meditech

Job description

Job Opportunity: Advanced Biomedical Scientist (Blood Transfusion) - Band 7

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and motivated HCPC registered Advanced Biomedical Scientist specializing in Blood Transfusion at Band 7 to join our team.

Role Overview

The post holder will work closely with the Lead Biomedical Scientist and other Biomedical Scientists to provide a laboratory service to the Trust and its users. They will be jointly responsible for the day-to-day supervision of the technical work and staff within the Blood Transfusion section, ensuring the timely delivery of a high-quality service at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital and the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust.

Department Equipment & Accreditation

The department is well equipped with Grifols Erytra, Sysmex XN2000, Sysmex CN3000/ CS-2400, Beckman Coulter Navios, Tosoh G8, and Meditech computer system. The Haematology & Transfusion department is accredited for training with the IBMS.

Candidate Profile

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our dedicated team providing a high-quality service.

Additional Information

For further information, please contact Andrew Simpson, Lead Biomedical Scientist Haematology and Blood Transfusion, at 0151 252 5229.

Responsibilities

1. Providing technical services of the Blood Transfusion section within the laboratory, ensuring a continuous 24-hour service.
2. Collaborating with the Consultant Haematologist, Lead BMS Haematology & Blood Transfusion, and Transfusion Practitioner as part of the Hospital Transfusion Team.
3. Involvement in setting policies and procedures related to the specialty.
4. Active participation in the Hospital Transfusion Committee.

About Alder Hey

As one of Europe’s largest and busiest children’s hospitals, Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust treats everything from common illnesses to highly complex conditions. We offer paediatric services across various sites, including community clinics and specialized inpatient care for children with complex mental health needs.

Alder Hey leads research into children’s medicines, infection, inflammation, and oncology. We are recognized as a leader in children’s healthcare and research, contributing to public health, pioneering research, and education. Our Innovation Hub fosters collaboration between clinicians and industry to develop new products and technologies.

Our Commitment

We believe in holistic care—treating each child as an individual and ensuring they feel safe, happy, and confident. Our aim is to support not just the child but their entire family, including parents and siblings.

Contact for Further Details / Visits

Name: Andrew Simpson

Job Title: Lead Biomedical Scientist

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