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Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Head Biomedical Scientist to join their Blood Sciences team. This role involves overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring quality services, and managing a team in a high-paced hospital environment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate expertise in biomedical science and possess strong leadership skills. Applications are encouraged for professionals looking to impact healthcare positively.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive experience in pathology disciplines required.
• Extensive knowledge of blood sciences laboratory operations.
• Senior management experience at Band 8a level needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Blood Sciences team at Stoke Mandeville and Wycombe Hospitals.
• Ensure high-quality service and effective patient care.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the Blood Sciences department.

Skills

Knowledge of safety regulations for pathology laboratories

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Team building and coaching skills

Experience managing on-call rotas

Proven team management and leadership skills

Organisational and strategic planning skills

Education

Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent

MSc in Biomedical Science or similar

Leadership training or qualifications

Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Science

Tools

Winpath Clinical System

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Client:

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Location:

Aylesbury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Head Biomedical Scientist to join our Blood Sciences department at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. The postholder will lead a team working at Stoke Mandeville Hospital and Wycombe Hospital.

Main duties of the job

Buckinghamshire Healthcare Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Head Biomedical Scientist to join our Blood Sciences team.

The Head BMS in Blood Sciences will take the management lead in all clinical work-related issues and is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Blood Sciences department, which includes Biochemistry & Immunology and Haematology & Blood Transfusion laboratories.

The post holder will be responsible for maintaining and developing a high-quality service, leading a team of senior staff to deliver a efficient medical laboratory service that ensures effective patient care and resource management within the hospital.

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Person specification

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

• Knowledge of safety regulations for pathology laboratories and biological hazard categorisation.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Analytical skills for complex diagnostics.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Interpersonal skills for dealing with staff and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Team building and coaching skills.
• Training ability for all staff grades.
• Knowledge of pathology IT systems and data management.
• Experience with audit processes.
• Extensive knowledge of blood sciences laboratory operations.
• Understanding of Pathology Networks and government initiatives.
• Senior laboratory bench work experience.
• Experience managing on-call rotas.
• Record keeping and report writing skills.
• Proven team management and leadership skills.
• Experience in staff appraisals, policy writing, and SOP development.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage change effectively.
• Organisational and strategic planning skills.
• Experience managing Managed Service Contracts and budgets in Blood Sciences.
• Knowledge of CIP programmes.
• Proficiency with Winpath Clinical System.

Experience

• Comprehensive experience in pathology disciplines.
• Post-registration diagnostic pathology laboratory experience.
• Expertise in complex laboratory methodologies.

Education, Qualifications & Training

• Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Science.
• Registered with the HCPC.
• Senior management experience at Band 8a level.
• Leadership training or qualifications.
• CPD and postgraduate training in relevant areas.
• Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent.
• MSc in Biomedical Science or similar.
• Active CPD scheme registration.
• Quality management training.

Special Circumstances

• Full driving license and access to a vehicle for site travel.

PPE requirements: Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust requires all colleagues to wear appropriate PPE per infection control procedures.

COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations are encouraged to protect staff and patients. Vaccination is recommended when advised.

Successful candidates will need to complete a Covid-19 risk assessment.

Application deadline: The post closes at midnight on the specified date. Applications may close earlier if filled.

Application information: Successful applicants' details will be transferred to the NHS Electronic Staff Records system.

Shortlisting: Monitoring and safeguarding info is not visible to the shortlisting panel but may be to the interview panel depending on the role.

Travel expenses: Reimbursement for interview travel is not provided.

Smoking: All NHS sites are NO SMOKING zones.

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