Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology Training Officer

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in England is seeking a Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Haematology to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining UKAS accreditation, training staff, and managing analyzers at various sites. Applicants should have an MSc and extensive experience in a diagnostic NHS Haematology laboratory. Join us to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusion while receiving support for your professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Wellbeing programmes

Support networks

Qualifications

• At least 4 years' experience in a diagnostic NHS Haematology laboratory.
• Experience in analyser troubleshooting and Quality management systems.
• Experience in specialised haematology services is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain UKAS accreditation status.
• Train and supervise BMS and MLA staff.
• Manage staffing within the sections.
• Ensure analysers are correctly maintained.
• Control stock and order reagents.

Skills

Leadership skills

Good communication

Experience in delivering training

Good knowledge of blood film morphology

Technical knowledge of Haematology analytical instruments

Education

MSc or equivalent qualification in the relevant speciality

Specialist IBMS Portfolio

Tools

Sysmex

BD Biosciences

BioRad

Stago

Ortho Vision

StarrSed

Job description

Applications are invited for a HCPC Registered Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Haematology. The work site will predominantly be based at the Princess Royal (Haywards Heath) site, with requirements to work across sites at the Royal Sussex County Hospital (Brighton) as needed. Our current instrumentation includes Sysmex, BD Biosciences, BioRad, Stago, Ortho Vision, and StarrSed. We also provide comprehensive specialised haemostasis, haemoglobinopathy, and immunophenotyping services.

Responsibilities

1. Maintain UKAS accreditation status through quality activities.
2. Train and supervise BMS and MLA staff, maintaining staff competency logs.
3. Manage staffing within the sections.
4. Ensure analysers are correctly maintained, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate engineer visits for maintenance and repairs.
5. Organise the sections around planned and unplanned analytical downtime.
6. Control stock and order reagents and materials.

Qualifications and Experience

• Specialist IBMS Portfolio (or CPSM/HPC logbook and oral examination).
• MSc or equivalent qualification in the relevant speciality.
• At least 4 years' post Specialist Portfolio registration (or CPSM/HPC logbook) experience in a diagnostic NHS Haematology laboratory.
• Experience in delivering training, analyser troubleshooting, and Quality management systems.
• Good knowledge of blood film morphology and technical knowledge of Haematology analytical instruments.
• Leadership skills and good communication.
• Experience in specialised haematology services is advantageous.

The successful candidate will participate in a 24/7 shift pattern after meeting required competencies.

Our Commitment

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength. We promote inclusion and support staff through various networks, buddy systems, and wellbeing programmes, including flexible working options. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We value learning, teaching, and training, supporting your growth and development throughout your career with us. Join us to make a difference and be valued for your contributions.