Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology & Blood Bank

NHS; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a full-time Biomedical Scientist for the Haematology & Transfusion department at University Hospitals. The role involves scientific duties, training staff, and maintaining specialist equipment. Applicants should be HCPC-Registered with advanced skills in Haematology.

Qualifications

• Advanced technical skills in Haematology disciplines.
• Proven specialist knowledge of Blood Bank and Coagulation.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialist analytical testing on biological samples.
• Train and supervise Band 5 Biomedical Scientists and support staff.
• Act as section lead in the absence of Band 7 section leads.

Skills

Haematology

Coagulation

Blood Bank

Education

HCPC Registration

Specialist Portfolio

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking a full-time, enthusiastic, and professional Biomedical Scientist to work across all areas of the University Hospitals Haematology & Transfusion department within the Derriford Combined Laboratory.

Our laboratory is about to undertake exciting projects, including a new lab build, where staff input will be crucial to shaping the future of our service.

We primarily require suitably qualified, HCPC-Registered Biomedical Scientists who have completed their Specialist Portfolio and possess advanced technical skills and knowledge in Haematology disciplines. Proven specialist knowledge of Blood Bank, Haematology, and Coagulation is essential. Experience with accreditation processes in blood sciences would be advantageous.

The department operates a 24/7 service supported by rotas, which include additional payments.

Applications may be considered from Band 5 Biomedical Scientists with post-HCPC registration experience in a hospital laboratory and who are working towards their Specialist Portfolio. Please discuss further, as this would involve an Annex 21 pay arrangement during portfolio completion. The portfolio is expected to be completed within 2 years; failure to do so may result in regrading to Band 5.

For informal visits or further information, please contact Sharon Monk at [e-mail].

Main duties of the job

1. Undertake scientific duties in Haematology, Coagulation & Blood Transfusion sections to ensure smooth service operation.
2. Provide a clinical technical service by performing routine and specialist analytical testing on biological samples.
3. Maintain and operate specialist equipment valued up to £1 million.
4. Train and supervise Band 5 Biomedical Scientists, Trainee Biomedical Scientists, and support staff within your section.
5. Act as section lead in the absence of Band 7 section leads.
6. Lead validation and verification activities under the direction of Section leads and Clinical teams.

*Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, 'Priority', and 'At Risk' staff, including NHS At Risk staff across Devon, with relevant recent experience as per the Person Specification.*