Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and motivated HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist specialising in Haematology to join our team.
The post holder will work closely with the Lead Biomedical Scientist and Senior Biomedical Scientists to provide a 24/7 laboratory service to the Trust and its users.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as a registered Biomedical Scientist working in Haematology and Blood Transfusion providing scientific services on patient samples as an aid to the clinical diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of paediatric disease. Therefore, the post holder will preferably have a practical and theoretical knowledge of laboratory haematology, coagulation and blood transfusion.
The post holder will rotate between all sections of the haematology laboratory and with appropriate training, participate in the departments out of hours working arrangements.
The department is well equipped with Sysmex XN2000, Sysmex CS2400, Grifols Erytra, Beckman Coulter Navios, Tosoh G8 and Meditech computer system.
The Haematology department is accredited for training with the IBMS.
We are looking for an individual who is enthusiastic to join a dedicated team providing a high-quality service.
Applications are welcome from students studying in their third year of the Applied Biomedical Science Degree and who are working towards HCPC registration.
For further information please contact Andrew Simpson, Lead Biomedical Scientist Haematology and Blood Transfusion on 0151 252 5229.
About us
As one of Europe's biggest and busiest children's hospitals, at Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust, we treat everything from common illnesses to highly complex and specialist conditions.In addition to our main hospital site, we offer paediatric services at a number of community sites and hold local clinics across Merseyside, Cumbria, Shropshire, Wales and the Isle of Man. We also provide specialist inpatient care for children with complex mental health needs in our recently relocated and newly opened state of the art facility.
Alder Hey has a thriving research portfolio and leads research into children's medicines, infection, inflammation and oncology. We are becoming recognised as one of the world's leaders in children's healthcare and research. We contribute to public health, lead cutting-edge research and teach the next generation of children's specialists. Alongside this is ourInnovation Hub, a dedicated space where clinicians and industries can come together to create new products and technologies.
We know that a children's hospital is different and that our job is more than just treating an illness. To us, every child is an individual. As well as giving them the very best care, we set out to make them feel happy, safe and confident as they play, learn and grow. At Alder Hey we are here to look after a child and their family and that includes mums, dads, brothers and sisters.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To carry out all work to specified standards as laid down by the professionalbodies including Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS), Health and CareProfessions Council (HCPC) and The United Kingdom Accreditation Service(UKAS). To participate in the routine work of the Haematology and Blood TransfusionLaboratory rotating through all sections of the department working withoutsupervision. To plan and organise own work, unsupervised, on a daily basis ensuringresults are produced in an accurate and timely manner. This involves theadjustment of plans based on results generated. To actively redistribute workload/staff, dependent on demand in each area ofthe laboratory.Clinical Director ofLaboratory MedicineConsultant Haematologist/Head of DepartmentConsultant HaematologistsHead of OperationsLaboratory MedicineLead Biomedical ScientistHaematology & Blood TransfusionSpecialist BiomedicalScientistTrainee BiomedicalScientistSenior BiomedicalScientistBand 5Biomedical ScientistAssociate Practitioners/Medical Laboratory Assistant.To participate in maintaining a system for the safe and confidential storageand retrieval of proper records and specimens both physically andelectronically.To ensure data integrity when entering patient demographics onto theMeditech computer system.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To carry out all work to specified standards as laid down by the professionalbodies including Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS), Health and CareProfessions Council (HCPC) and The United Kingdom Accreditation Service(UKAS). To participate in the routine work of the Haematology and Blood TransfusionLaboratory rotating through all sections of the department working withoutsupervision. To plan and organise own work, unsupervised, on a daily basis ensuringresults are produced in an accurate and timely manner. This involves theadjustment of plans based on results generated. To actively redistribute workload/staff, dependent on demand in each area ofthe laboratory.Clinical Director ofLaboratory MedicineConsultant Haematologist/Head of DepartmentConsultant HaematologistsHead of OperationsLaboratory MedicineLead Biomedical ScientistHaematology & Blood TransfusionSpecialist BiomedicalScientistTrainee BiomedicalScientistSenior BiomedicalScientistBand 5Biomedical ScientistAssociate Practitioners/Medical Laboratory Assistant.To participate in maintaining a system for the safe and confidential storageand retrieval of proper records and specimens both physically andelectronically.To ensure data integrity when entering patient demographics onto theMeditech computer system.
Person Specification
Specific to the advertised role
Essential
- Registered with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Qualified to degree level, or equivalent, in a subject recognised by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
- GCSE in English or evidence of English language proficiency
- Experience of working in a UKAS accredited Haematology laboratory.
- Able to demonstrate competence in Routine Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Transfusion
Desirable
- Experience of laboratory paediatric Haematology
- Knowledge of paediatric Haematology & Blood Transfusion
Person Specification
Specific to the advertised role
Essential
- Registered with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Qualified to degree level, or equivalent, in a subject recognised by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
- GCSE in English or evidence of English language proficiency
- Experience of working in a UKAS accredited Haematology laboratory.
- Able to demonstrate competence in Routine Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Transfusion
Desirable
- Experience of laboratory paediatric Haematology
- Knowledge of paediatric Haematology & Blood Transfusion
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).
