Job summary
The University Hospital of North Midlands, Mid Cheshire and East Cheshire NHS Trusts are working collaboratively to form a Pathology network in line with a NHSI directive.
Senior Biomedical Scientist - Haematology (Band 7)
Macclesfield District General Hospital
Permanent position
Main duties of the job
This ISO 15189 accredited laboratory supports a wide range of clinical specialties. Responsibilities include staff training & supervision, equipment management, implementing service developments and overseeing the production and interpretation of results within the Haematology laboratory.
You must be HCPC registered with an MSc in Biomedical Sciences (or equivalent Haematology qualification) and substantial post registration experience in Haematology & Blood Transfusion. Evidence of ongoing specialist training is essential as is a practical, hands-on approach combined with in-depth specialty knowledge.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate knowledge of relevant accreditation standards plus a strategic awareness of current issues relating to Pathology, particularly those which affect Haematology. Excellent communication skills are essential for the role, as is experience in using a range of Pathology IT systems.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons Biomedical Science or equivalent registration with the HCPC
- MSc, FIBMS or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years experience post HCPC registration
- IBMS Specialist portfolio in Haematology & Transfusion or equivalent experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound knowledge of quality systems with particular reference to UKAS ISO 15189
- Evidence of CPD
- Supervise trainee and support grade staff
Experience
Essential
- Information technology skills and conversant with laboratory data management systems
- Broad knowledge of Haematology techniques
- Ability to work with SOP's in line with Trust & Departmental proceedures
- Good manual dexterity and coordination
- Ability to work under pressure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons Biomedical Science or equivalent registration with the HCPC
- MSc, FIBMS or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years experience post HCPC registration
- IBMS Specialist portfolio in Haematology & Transfusion or equivalent experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound knowledge of quality systems with particular reference to UKAS ISO 15189
- Evidence of CPD
- Supervise trainee and support grade staff
Experience
Essential
- Information technology skills and conversant with laboratory data management systems
- Broad knowledge of Haematology techniques
- Ability to work with SOP's in line with Trust & Departmental proceedures
- Good manual dexterity and coordination
- Ability to work under pressure
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).
