Consultant Clinical Scientist - RCI

NHS Blood and Transplant; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services provider in the UK is seeking a Consultant Clinical Scientist in Transfusion Science. You will be part of a senior management team, ensuring the safe use of blood components and providing scientific advice. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in transfusion science and leadership experience, alongside required qualifications. This role offers opportunities for training, flexible working, and a commitment to personal development within the NHSBT framework.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

NHS pension scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Learning and development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of a 1st or 2nd class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• MSc in transfusion/transplantation or appropriate specialism.
• Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Clinical Scientist.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and opinion on transfusion practices.
• Lead and manage the RCI Senior Management Team.
• Conduct research and clinical audits to improve practices.

Skills

Knowledge of transfusion science

Leadership skills

Expertise in Red Cell Immunohaematology

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

1st or 2nd class honours degree in relevant subject

MSc in transfusion/transplantation

DClinSci / D Prof / relevant PhD

FRCPath in Transfusion Science

HCPC registered Clinical Scientist

Job description

This is a great opportunity to act as a Consultant Clinical Scientist in Transfusion Science. At NHSBT you will be a member of the Red Cell Immunohematology (RCI) senior management team to ensure safe and clinically effective use of red cells and other blood components. You will provide scientific and expert advice to internal and external customers to NHSBT. Your knowledge and experience will ensure that the NHSBT will remains a centre of excellence in transfusion science.Your organisational and leadership skills will ensure the transfusion service continues to deliver a cost effective and responsive service to patients and users of the service. NHSBT will offer training and development opportunities to maintain and enhance your personal development.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will be a Consultant Clinical Scientist responsible for the integrity of the scientific and technical knowledge base applicable to transfusion and transplantation Responsibilities include:Providing a primary source of expert advice and opinion, using professional judgement to advise scientists and clinicians on the appropriate investigations to perform on individual patients, the scientific and clinical interpretation of results and appropriate future patient investigation and/or management.Advising on the appropriateness and safety of transfusion in the presence of complex and conflicting evidence.Working alongside the Head of Function and as part of the RCI Senior Management Team (SMT) to provide strategic direction and expert professional leadership.Participating in the ongoing development of, and innovation in service practice using established continuous improvement methodologies.Undertaking data/information gathering, and chair the RCA of any QIs, SUIs or SAEDs, and sign off any remedial actions, providing clinical oversight and input both within the organisation and at a national level.Undertaking research, clinical audits and innovation in the specialist field, resulting in national/international impact and continuous improvement in clinical practice.You will be required to travel and spend time away from base, which will involve working irregular hours and overnight stays when required, with prior notice.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do.By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

• NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
• 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions
• Weve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. Its open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1st or 2nd class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• MSc in transfusion/transplantation or appropriate specialism.
• DClinSci / D Prof / relevant PhD either completed or demonstrably within 1 year of completion
• FRCPath in Transfusion Science.
• Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Clinical Scientist (which must be maintained).
• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).

Experience

• In depth knowledge of transfusion science.
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of Red Cell Immunohaematology (RCI) including associated technical skills gained through at least 5 years post registration experience.
• Understanding of NHSBT and the wider healthcare community.
• Understanding of budget management.
• In depth understanding of relevant policies, standards and guidelines eg., Good Manufacturing Practice Good Laboratory Practice, ISO15189 (UKAS), Human Tissue Authority (HTA) FACT Netcord, UKBTS and BSH and other relevant or statutory guidelines.
• Demonstrable managerial and leadership skills.
• Experience of working with Information Technology using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)