Job summary
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is an internationally recognised centre of excellence, well known for pioneering cancer diagnostics and treatment through innovation, research, and education. Our dedicated scientific and clinical teams play a vital role in delivering high quality services that contribute directly to patient care and to the Trust's research strategy.
We are delighted to invite applications for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Biomedical Scientist in Haematology, based at our Sutton site. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual seeking to develop leadership, quality, and technical expertise within a supportive and forward thinking environment.
As a Senior BMS, you will supervise the day to day operation of the Haematology laboratory, ensuring a timely, accurate, and high quality analytical service. You will oversee analyser performance, support complex result validation, lead staff training and competency assessment, and contribute to the ongoing development of our quality management system in alignment with ISO15189 standards and MHRA requirements.While the primary focus of this role is Haematology, you will also be expected to provide support to the Blood Transfusion laboratory as required to meet service needs.
________________________________________Contact & Further InformationInformal visits are encouraged. Please contact:Lorelyn Donato - 0207 661 3134, Lorelyn.Donato@rmh.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for supervising staff during the day to day operation of the department and performing analytical work. The post holder will lead the development of the quality system ensuring the laboratory complies with ISO15189 accreditation standard and MHRA requirements.
The key working relationships will be with staff in Haematology, but the post holder will be expected to liaise with staff throughout Pathology and the Trust. There will be frequent occasions when the postholder takes sole responsibility for work, for example when not Lead is not present.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification
Working closely with the Haematology and BT seniors, coordinating rotations and training depending individual development, service requirements and user needs.
Sample reception: receipt and checking of samples, liaising with ward staff where there are doubts or errors, assigning High Risk samples to an appropriate containment area and dealing with leaking / damaged samples, and centrifugation of specimens when necessary
FBC Analyser preparation: daily startup of analyser, check background counts within limits, run and verify controls,, liaise with technical lead or supplier for remedial action if necessary. Monitor analyser continuously throughout the day, running control samples as necessary.
Technical & Analytical Oversee daily operations across Haematology, including FBC, coagulation, blood film morphology, and manual testing. Perform advanced troubleshooting and maintenance on analysers and laboratory IT systems. Validate complex results and provide expert advice to BMS staff.
Leadership & Supervision Supervise staff rotas, workflow, and daily huddles. Deputise for the Haematology Lead when required. Support staff development through training, competency assessment, and appraisal.
Quality Management Lead on IQC/EQA review and corrective actions. Review, update, and manage SOPs and documentation. Contribute to audits, investigations, and non conformity management.Service Improvement Contribute to new equipment validation, service development, and implementation of lean and efficient working practices.
Laboratory Environment & EquipmentOur laboratories operate routine services from 08:00 to midnight, Monday to Friday, and are equipped with:
Sysmex XN3100 CS2500 Epic Beaker DHR BioRad IH 500 (Blood Transfusion) Haemonetics Safetrace LIMSThe department maintains full UKAS Accreditation.
We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate:Essential qualifications & experience HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist MSc or equivalent advanced specialist qualification Extensive experience in a Haematology laboratory Proven understanding of IQC, EQA, quality systems, and ISO15189 Demonstrable supervisory, organisational, and communication skills
Desirable Experience with UKAS inspections Ability to introduce new methodologies or equipment
If you are an enthusiastic, committed biomedical scientist eager to contribute to high quality patient care and continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification
Working closely with the Haematology and BT seniors, coordinating rotations and training depending individual development, service requirements and user needs.
Sample reception: receipt and checking of samples, liaising with ward staff where there are doubts or errors, assigning High Risk samples to an appropriate containment area and dealing with leaking / damaged samples, and centrifugation of specimens when necessary
FBC Analyser preparation: daily startup of analyser, check background counts within limits, run and verify controls,, liaise with technical lead or supplier for remedial action if necessary. Monitor analyser continuously throughout the day, running control samples as necessary.
Technical & Analytical Oversee daily operations across Haematology, including FBC, coagulation, blood film morphology, and manual testing. Perform advanced troubleshooting and maintenance on analysers and laboratory IT systems. Validate complex results and provide expert advice to BMS staff.
Leadership & Supervision Supervise staff rotas, workflow, and daily huddles. Deputise for the Haematology Lead when required. Support staff development through training, competency assessment, and appraisal.
Quality Management Lead on IQC/EQA review and corrective actions. Review, update, and manage SOPs and documentation. Contribute to audits, investigations, and non conformity management.Service Improvement Contribute to new equipment validation, service development, and implementation of lean and efficient working practices.
Laboratory Environment & EquipmentOur laboratories operate routine services from 08:00 to midnight, Monday to Friday, and are equipped with:
Sysmex XN3100 CS2500 Epic Beaker DHR BioRad IH 500 (Blood Transfusion) Haemonetics Safetrace LIMSThe department maintains full UKAS Accreditation.
We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate:Essential qualifications & experience HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist MSc or equivalent advanced specialist qualification Extensive experience in a Haematology laboratory Proven understanding of IQC, EQA, quality systems, and ISO15189 Demonstrable supervisory, organisational, and communication skills
Desirable Experience with UKAS inspections Ability to introduce new methodologies or equipment
If you are an enthusiastic, committed biomedical scientist eager to contribute to high quality patient care and continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration study
- Evidence of training related to specific area or instrument(s)
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- MSc or higher specialist diploma level experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in all areas of relevant diagnostic laboratory
- Able to work to deadlines
- Able to write / review SOPs and documents
- Able to technically validate laboratory results
- Full understanding of EQA & IQC and their implications
- Full understanding of laboratory H&S procedures
- General understanding of all aspects of quality management
- Knowledge and understanding of ISO15189 standard
- Able to perform staff training and maintain compliance
- Ability to write, perform and analyse audits
- Ability to manage laboratory section and associated staff
Desirable
- Ability to introduce new systems/equipment
- Experience and understanding of UKAS requirements, inspection processes and clearance of findings
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of effective interpersonal skills
- Evidence of working well in a team
- Flexible approach to work, can deal with unexpected situations
- Ability to demonstrate self-motivation
- Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
- Knowledge and understanding of quality issues
- Computer Literacy (eg: Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel and Outlook)
- Able to work unsupervised and to supervise others
- Good judgement, analytical, perceptive, eye for detail
- Understanding of relationship between laboratory investigations and clinical practice
Desirable
- Actively contributes to laboratory meetings
- Ability to review anomalous / unexpected findings and take further appropriate action
- Motivates and effectively manages staff / team
Other Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to meet the needs of the service
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration study
- Evidence of training related to specific area or instrument(s)
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- MSc or higher specialist diploma level experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in all areas of relevant diagnostic laboratory
- Able to work to deadlines
- Able to write / review SOPs and documents
- Able to technically validate laboratory results
- Full understanding of EQA & IQC and their implications
- Full understanding of laboratory H&S procedures
- General understanding of all aspects of quality management
- Knowledge and understanding of ISO15189 standard
- Able to perform staff training and maintain compliance
- Ability to write, perform and analyse audits
- Ability to manage laboratory section and associated staff
Desirable
- Ability to introduce new systems/equipment
- Experience and understanding of UKAS requirements, inspection processes and clearance of findings
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of effective interpersonal skills
- Evidence of working well in a team
- Flexible approach to work, can deal with unexpected situations
- Ability to demonstrate self-motivation
- Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
- Knowledge and understanding of quality issues
- Computer Literacy (eg: Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel and Outlook)
- Able to work unsupervised and to supervise others
- Good judgement, analytical, perceptive, eye for detail
- Understanding of relationship between laboratory investigations and clinical practice
Desirable
- Actively contributes to laboratory meetings
- Ability to review anomalous / unexpected findings and take further appropriate action
- Motivates and effectively manages staff / team
Other Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to meet the needs of the service
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.
