Biomedical Scientist

The Great Western Hospitals NHS FT; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Biomedical Scientist in Swindon to perform and interpret analyses in Blood Sciences, impacting patient care. The role involves working in a high-accredited laboratory, collaborating with support staff, and using state-of-the-art equipment. Candidates should have knowledge of haematology workflows and experience with complex scientific procedures.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of haematology and blood transfusion workflows.
• Experience interpreting complex results in a laboratory setting.
• Familiarity with laboratory accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform general and specialist sample analysis in Blood Sciences.
• Analyze results and produce laboratory reports.
• Inform medical staff of critical patient results.
• Collaborate with biomedical support workers effectively.
• Engage with laboratory equipment and IT systems.

Skills

Knowledge of haematology workflows

Experience with complex laboratory equipment

Understanding of quality systems

Tools

Sysmex Di60

Werfen coagulation instruments

Ortho Blood Transfusion instruments

Kelsius Temperature Monitoring System

Microscopes

Winpath Enterprise

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable and conscientious individual with a strong work ethic. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver what is required to achieve a safe, high quality and effective service whilst continuously striving for improvement.

The successful candidate will undertake general and specialist analysis of samples received in Blood Sciences, on a rotational basis throughout all sections of Haematology and Blood Transfusion.

These procedures include the analysis and interpretation of complex results which ultimately leads to the production of a laboratory report, which may impact directly on patient care. You are responsible for informing a Consultant Haematologist of any result that may need immediate clinical action.

Biomedical Scientists (BMSs) contribute to the diagnosis and treatment of patients by performing and interpreting a range of scientific procedures on biological specimens using highly complex equipment.

This post operates throughout Haematology and Blood Transfusion, in conjunction with the Biomedical Support Workers. The laboratory is fully UKAS ISO 15189 Accredited and is also an accredited site for HCPC Certificate of Competence and IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Chemistry Training. The department has state of the art equipment with a refresh of major analysers in 2019.

We have Sysmex with Di60 for FBC and Films, Werfen for coagulation and Ortho in Blood Transfusion. In 2021 we have installed and gone live with a comprehensive Kelsius Temperature Monitoring System. Early in 2022 we expect to take on a full complement of new Microscopes. Ordercomms is now established for Hospital and GP Users and the laboratory and a major IT upgrade to Winpath Enterprise is underway for implementation in 2022.

Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general and specialist analysis of samples in Blood Sciences on a rotational basis throughout Haematology and Blood Transfusion.
• Analyze and interpret complex results, leading to the production of a laboratory report that may impact directly on patient care.
• Inform a Consultant Haematologist of any result that may require immediate clinical action.
• Contribute to the diagnosis and treatment of patients by performing and interpreting a range of scientific procedures on biological specimens using highly complex equipment.
• Work in conjunction with Biomedical Support Workers across the Haematology and Blood Transfusion departments.
• Operate within a laboratory that is UKAS ISO 15189 Accredited and accredited for HCPC Certificate of Competence and IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Chemistry Training.
• Engage with department equipment and IT upgrades and maintain awareness of current systems (e.g., Sysmex Di60, Werfen coagulation, Ortho Blood Transfusion instruments, Kelsius Temperature Monitoring System, Microscopes, Ordercomms, Winpath Enterprise).

Qualifications and Requirements

• Knowledge and understanding of haematology and blood transfusion laboratory workflows.
• Experience in performing and interpreting a range of scientific procedures on biological specimens using complex equipment (as applicable to the role).
• Awareness of quality systems and accreditation requirements relevant to clinical laboratory work.