Job summary
Applications are invited for a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist to work within the Haematology & Blood Transfusion Department at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust - Poole Hospital site.
Our laboratory at Poole Hospital provides a comprehensive Haematology & Blood Transfusion service for the surrounding population in East Dorset.
The department is currently well equipped with newly installed DxH900 analysers, Stago STA R Max analysers, Starrsed RS ESR analyser, Tosoh G8 analysers and Ortho Vision platforms (soon to change to Bio-Rad IH500s). The laboratory information system is provided by Clinisys Winpath, connected to ICE order communications and Haemonetics blood tracking. An electronic quality management system is provided by Q-Pulse.
The successful applicant will be joining University Hospitals Dorset at a very exciting time. We have gone live with a new LIMS system which was followed by a continuation of the full equipment replacement exercise across the department in all areas. There is also the construction of a new hub laboratory on the Royal Bournemouth Hospital site which is due to open in 2023.
The department is UKAS accredited, MHRA compliant and IBMS approved for training (both registration and specialist). It is also involved in a successful Internship programme operated by the Bournemouth University.
Main duties of the job
Once training has been completed and the successful candidate has been signed off as competent, they will be expected to be a full participant in the departments 24/7 out of hours service.
Applicants that have completed their IBMS Certificate of Competence and are awaiting award of their accredited BSc degrees or are awaiting a verification visit for the Certificate of Competence, will also be considered.
For full duties of the post, please see the job description.
For full requirements of the post, please see the person specification.
Base Location: Poole Hospital
Interview Date: TBC
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed Accredited BSc in Biomedical Science
- Registration with HCPC.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in Haematology, Coagulation and Transfusion
- Experience of working in a UKAS and MHRA approved laboratory
- Desire to complete IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology with Hospital transfusion practice.
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
- Good interpretive skills at bench level
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Basic computer skills
- Knowledge of common IT software
- Handling biological specimens
Desirable
- Familiarity with database and spread sheet software.
- Familiarity with Quality Management Software
- Familiarity with Winpath software
Knowledge
Essential
- Willing and able to learn new skills.
- Currently participating in CPD
Desirable
- A good understanding of Haematology/ Coagulation and Transfusion Science
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Desire and ability to relocate to the area.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to prioritise.
- Ability to work quickly and accurately to provide an urgent patient centred service
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed Accredited BSc in Biomedical Science
- Registration with HCPC.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in Haematology, Coagulation and Transfusion
- Experience of working in a UKAS and MHRA approved laboratory
- Desire to complete IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology with Hospital transfusion practice.
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
- Good interpretive skills at bench level
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Basic computer skills
- Knowledge of common IT software
- Handling biological specimens
Desirable
- Familiarity with database and spread sheet software.
- Familiarity with Quality Management Software
- Familiarity with Winpath software
Knowledge
Essential
- Willing and able to learn new skills.
- Currently participating in CPD
Desirable
- A good understanding of Haematology/ Coagulation and Transfusion Science
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Desire and ability to relocate to the area.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to prioritise.
- Ability to work quickly and accurately to provide an urgent patient centred service
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
