Job summary
The interview for this role will be 17th October 2023.
This 1-year secondment is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Senior
BMS to gain leadership & managerial experience.
Haematology at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is part of the
Blood Sciences department of Barnsley & Rotherham Integrated Laboratory
Services. This modern department offers a wide range of diagnostic testing for
Rotherham & Barnsley Hospitals as well as local GP practices within the
ICB. The department is fully UKAS accredited & an IBMS accredited training
laboratory.
The Barnsley NHS Foundation Trust is currently one of five Trusts
involved in the South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw (SYB) Pathology Transformation
Programme. The aim is to design a Pathology Service that provides all SYB
patients & clinicians with equitable access to high-quality, innovative
laboratory medicine solutions that will ensure the best clinical outcomes for
patients. The service will also be efficient and sustainable, encourage
research & development in collaboration with Academia & Industry to
improve health & wealth in the region & provide rewarding jobs and
career opportunities for all staff. Transformation Programme may include the
consolidation of some services. Staff will be consulted about proposals that
may involve them.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the Integrated Blood Sciences
manager in the delivery of a continuous 24/7 diagnostic service. The post-holder will specifically be
responsible for the overall management for the Haematology department within Blood
Sciences.
This will include the Personnel Management of BMS and
support staff in their area of responsibility.
About us
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a
position early.
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing
Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission
(CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our
strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a
strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by
our local communities.
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It
is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the
organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of
the journey to sustainability and growth.
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting
equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race,
nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical
disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check)
for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s)
through salary deduction.
Certificates
of Sponsorship
We welcome
applications from individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled
worker or health & care visa route.
**Please note funding for travel and associated
relocation costs may not be covered by the Trust**
Please see further details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached
Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and
responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached
Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and
responsibilities.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Specialist extensive knowledge of one of the major disciplines (Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology, Blood Transfusion Science or Immunology)
- Extensive knowledge of accreditation requirements.
- Extensive current knowledge of Health and Safety requirements.
Desirable
- Knowledge of multiple analytical platforms.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualify as a Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (FIBMS) requiring postgraduate qualification (MSc or equivalent)
Desirable
- Chartered Scientist Status (CSci).
- Membership of other professional bodies.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate significant experience in a management capacity within a Blood Sciences department.
- Extensive specialist experience in the use of a wide range of highly complex patient critical laboratory equipment.
- Evidence of ongoing CPD activity.
Trust Values
Essential
- In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
- In around 100 words please describe how you would contribute to a well functioning team.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Specialist extensive knowledge of one of the major disciplines (Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology, Blood Transfusion Science or Immunology)
- Extensive knowledge of accreditation requirements.
- Extensive current knowledge of Health and Safety requirements.
Desirable
- Knowledge of multiple analytical platforms.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualify as a Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (FIBMS) requiring postgraduate qualification (MSc or equivalent)
Desirable
- Chartered Scientist Status (CSci).
- Membership of other professional bodies.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate significant experience in a management capacity within a Blood Sciences department.
- Extensive specialist experience in the use of a wide range of highly complex patient critical laboratory equipment.
- Evidence of ongoing CPD activity.
Trust Values
Essential
- In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
- In around 100 words please describe how you would contribute to a well functioning 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).
