Haematology and Phlebotomy Quality Manager

Job summary

Haematology and Phlebotomy Quality Manager (Band 7) An opportunity has arisen for the Haematology and Phlebotomy Quality Manager to join the dynamic evolving team within Cardiff and Vale Health Board's Haematology departmentThe department is looking for a Biomedical Scientist (Registrar with the HCPC) by IBMS Certificate of Competency (or pre-2004 equivalent) and an appropriate postgraduate qualificationThe Haematology department is one of the largest in the UK offering analysis using Automated Haematology, Haemostasis and Thrombosis, Immunophenotyping, Haemoglobinopathies and Phlebotomy. and processes over 50,000 samples each year. The laboratory is accredited by UKAS ISO15189:2022 and is an approved training laboratory (by the IBMS). Training and development opportunities are available and all staff are encouraged to engage in continuing professional development.Previous experience in the NHS is essential. The ability to speak Welsh is ideal for this job; Welsh speakers and/or candidates are welcome

Main duties of the job

The Quality Manager will have delegated responsibility for the implementation, maintenance and development of the Haematology Quality Management System (QMS). This role includes training, supervising and supporting the Quality Officer and Quality Leads within specialist areas of Haematology - Automated Haematology, Haemostasis and Thrombosis, Immunophenotyping, Haemoglobinopathies and Phlebotomy.

They will facilitate the daily operation of the QMS to ensure compliance with current national legislation, regulations and accreditation systems. They will provide and promote training in the QMS and quality assurance, as well as proving advice on clinical governance and risk management. The post holder will take the lead role in co-ordinating the Management Review, regulatory and accreditation reports for Haematology, such as submission of the annual United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) application as well as other Health Board/Department of Health quality requirements.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.