Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology/Blood Transfusion

Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a committed Biomedical Scientist to join the Haematology and Blood Transfusion Department. The role is based in Gillingham and involves participation in a 24/7 shift pattern, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while providing essential services. Candidates must be HCPC registered and experienced in NHS pathology laboratories. Enhanced pay is offered for unsocial hours.

Qualifications

• Completion of IBMS Specialist Portfolio or equivalent post-registration experience.
• Experience of working alone during out of hours service.
• Commitment to ongoing quality compliance.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 24/7 shift working pattern.
• Maintain compliance with MHRA and UKAS.
• Engage in quality program for patient care.

Skills

HCPC registered

Experience in NHS pathology laboratory

Willingness to participate in out of hours service

Evidence of CPD

Education

Completion of IBMS Specialist Portfolio

Tools

Beckman Coulter DxH 900 Analysers

IL(Werfen) TOP 770

Biorad Variant II

Ortho Vision blood grouping analysers

Job description

Overview

This role is open to all internal staff and Kent and Medway Partnership Network Pathology staff, including those registered with our Staff Bank. This is a permanent role with successful applicants based at Medway Maritime Hospital, Gillingham but required to also work at Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals for the post of Biomedical Scientist/ Specialist Biomedical Scientist.

Band 6 requirements

• For the Band 6 post you must provide completion of IBMS Specialist Portfolio or proven equivalent post-registration experience
• Experience of working alone during out of hours service
• Willingness to participate in the out of hours service
• Evidence of CPD

Department and role

We are looking for well-motivated, HCPC registered individuals, with experience of working in an NHS pathology laboratory (or equivalent) to join our Haematology and Blood Transfusion Department based at Medway Maritime Hospital, Gillingham.

In partnership with Beckman Coulter UK (BCUK) our pathology laboratory houses a range of equipment including: Beckman Coulter DxH 900 Analysers and Slidemaker/Stainer (SMS), IL(Werfen) TOP 770 and TOP 550 coagulation analysers, Biorad Variant II for Haemoglobinopathy screening and Ortho Vision blood grouping analysers.

Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be expected to participate in an ongoing quality programme to maintain compliance with the Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and United Kingdom Accreditation Standards (UKAS).

This post will require full participation in a 24/7 shift working pattern and will receive enhanced pay in line with Agenda for Change unsocial hours payments for maintaining round the clock services.

Commitment to equality and wellbeing

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you’ll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we’ve achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

Additional information

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sarah Haskins Job title: Head of Blood Transfusion Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01322 428501
Rachel Nicholas Deputy General Manager 01322 428490