Chief Biomedical Scientist - Immunology

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NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

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Position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Chief Biomedical Scientist - Immunology based at University Hospital Crosshouse.

What you will do:

You will ensure the efficient management of the Immunology laboratory service in NHS Ayrshire and Arran on behalf of Departmental Haematology and Immunology Consultants and the Haematology Services Manager. Main duties will include liaising with the Lead Scientist in Haematology to ensure the provision of effective and optimal diagnostic services in this area, as well as performing a complex range of tests on patient samples utilising dedicated equipment, reporting and authorising results according to agreed standards, and being involved in the setting of those standards.

Furthermore, you will help in the training of unqualified staff and is expected to oversee Senior BMS, Specialist BMS, Trainee BMS and Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) staff, and respond positively to the changing demands on the service, through innovation, communication, setting standards and achieving results.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

You will be an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist, qualified to Master’s degree level or equivalent educational level and have several years’ experience within an Immunology laboratory. As a team leader, you will be the first-line manager for HCPC Registered BMS staff, Trainee BMS and MLA staff.

There is a requirement for a high degree of written and technical accuracy as you will be directly involved with appropriate responsibilities for achieving and maintaining laboratory standards such as ISO15189:2022. Previous experience of leadership and management would be advantageous and a good working knowledge of quality management systems is essential. Good communication skills and proven organisational ability are required for this post.

Hours:

37 hours per week.
The department operates a 24/7 shift system. The post holder will not be expected to participate in this but will be expected to take part in a 1 in 4 Saturday morning rota.

Driving Licence/Car Ownership:

A car licence/car ownership is essential to this role.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Margaret McGovern on 01563 827413 or alternatively at Margaret.mcgovern@aapct.scot.nhs.uk.

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