Senior Biomedical Scientist/Quality Lead - Blood Transfusion

NHS; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an experienced professional to provide operational leadership in Blood Transfusion. The candidate will manage Biomedical Scientists and maintain departmental quality standards. Key qualifications include an MSc in Haematology or equivalent and current registration with the Health & Care Professions Council. The role involves ensuring compliance with ISO guidelines and collaborating on complex clinical issues within the transfusion team. This position is crucial for delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have current UK professional registration.
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Biomedical Scientists and staff training.
• Maintain departmental quality management and audits.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Blood Transfusion Team on complex issues.

Skills

Detailed knowledge of theory and analytical techniques in Blood Transfusion

Good interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Leadership qualities

Education

MSc in Haematology/Blood Transfusion or equivalent

State registered with the Health & Care Professions Council

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Overview

The postholder reports to the Head of Haematology and Blood Transfusion and provides operational leadership for a laboratory team and quality management within Blood Transfusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Biomedical Scientists, staff rota and training.
• Maintain departmental quality management, assets, audits and non-conformances.
• Prioritise samples, perform assays, enter results and authorise release according to SOPs.
• Maintain efficient blood component and product stock system and submit weekly stock returns.
• Adhere to Trust, departmental policies, ISO 15189 and MHRA guidelines.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Blood Transfusion Team on complex transfusion issues.

Technical Responsibilities

• Knowledge of GMP, Blood Transfusion techniques and LIMS.
• Perform tests, check validity, troubleshooting, housekeeping and analyser maintenance.
• Report incidents via SHOT and SABRE.

Person Specification

Education and Training

• MSc in Haematology/Blood Transfusion or equivalent (master’s level).
• State registered with the Health & Care Professions Council.
• Evidence of CPD.

Knowledge and Skills

• Detailed knowledge of theory and analytical techniques in Blood Transfusion.
• Knowledge of current trends in Blood Transfusion, ISO 15189 and MHRA.
• Specialised knowledge of techniques used in Blood Transfusion analyses.
• Understanding of manual techniques used in blood transfusion.

Experience

• Experience in all areas of clinical Blood Transfusion.
• Experience of organising groups of staff.
• Experience of more complicated techniques used in Blood Transfusion.

Personal Attributes

• Methodical and able to organise own and others workload.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions without manager reference.
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Good leadership qualities and ability to produce results within deadlines.
• Flexibility, tact and diplomacy.
• Enthusiasm to develop knowledge and skills.

Desirable

• Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust – Medway Maritime Hospital, Gillingham ME7 5NY.