Job summary
We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic and well-motivated Band 5 Biomedical Scientist to join the Haematology team in Aneurin Bevan University Health Board at our Grange University Hospital site. We would also consider a trainee Band 5 on Annex 21.
If your values align with our Pathology vision below then this is the challenging role for you:
Delivering a leading, people centred service which is innovative, dynamic and continually improving
The Grange University Hospital has been designed to treat our most seriously ill patients, or those with significant injuries, and it is the designated trauma unit for Gwent.
The hub is in the purpose built, modern Blood Sciences laboratory at the Grange University Hospital, with the aim to deliver high quality Haematology, Coagulation, Immunology & Blood Transfusion services.
Main duties of the job
We welcome applications from suitably qualified Biomedical Scientists, who have HCPC registration and relevant experience in Haematology. We also welcome applications from trainee Biomedical Scientists who will be placed on Annex 21 until they achieve their registration portfolio.
Full time, part time or job share applications will be considered.
The post is a full time permanent role, covering 37.5 hours over a 7 day working week. Participation in the out of hours service will be an essential requirement, once deemed competent in all relevant areas.
The OOH service is provided over 24/7, 365 days with a shift pattern derived through e-roster.
The post will be rotating across all sites in ABUHB, this includes the Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport, Nevill Hall Hospital, Abergavenny and the Grange University Hospital, Cwmbran.
The department has full UKAS accreditation and is an approved IBMS training laboratory. Continuous professional development (CPD) and completion of an IBMS Specialist Portfolio (if required) is actively encouraged and supported.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your speciality or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. This includes the Grange University Hospital which provides specialist and critical care and is the newest addition to the clinical futures strategy opening in November 2020. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Haematology & Coagulation laboratories on all sites of ABUHB are currently equipped with Sysmex automation, Immunology with Werfen and Thermo equipment, whilst Blood Transfusion uses Biorad equipment.
You must be able to demonstrate a commitment to CPD, have excellent interpersonal and time-management skills, be flexible and committed to service excellence and be keen on supporting development of Pathology services within South East Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Haematology & Coagulation laboratories on all sites of ABUHB are currently equipped with Sysmex automation, Immunology with Werfen and Thermo equipment, whilst Blood Transfusion uses Biorad equipment.
You must be able to demonstrate a commitment to CPD, have excellent interpersonal and time-management skills, be flexible and committed to service excellence and be keen on supporting development of Pathology services within South East Wales.
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Punctual and reliable
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work without supervision and as part of a team
- To be able to work flexible hours
- Commitment to Healthcare
Desirable
- Ability to travel to meet the needs of the service
Knowledge
Essential
- Good understanding of Health & safety issues
- Knowledge of quality control and assurance
- Basic and specialist knowledge across the range of work procedures undertaken in the department.
Desirable
- Ability to speak welsh
- Knowledge of Clinical Laboratory Accreditation requirements.
- Knowledge of quality management systems.
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to pick up techniques quickly following a training program.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of automated and manual laboratory investigations
Desirable
- Experience of using Laboratory information system
- Multi disciplinary experience
- General familiarity with common computer software (Microsoft office)
- Ability to work autonomously.
Qualifications
Essential
- BMS degree
- Registration with Health Professions Council
- Willingness to undertake SPD
Desirable
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Punctual and reliable
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work without supervision and as part of a team
- To be able to work flexible hours
- Commitment to Healthcare
Desirable
- Ability to travel to meet the needs of the service
Knowledge
Essential
- Good understanding of Health & safety issues
- Knowledge of quality control and assurance
- Basic and specialist knowledge across the range of work procedures undertaken in the department.
Desirable
- Ability to speak welsh
- Knowledge of Clinical Laboratory Accreditation requirements.
- Knowledge of quality management systems.
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to pick up techniques quickly following a training program.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of automated and manual laboratory investigations
Desirable
- Experience of using Laboratory information system
- Multi disciplinary experience
- General familiarity with common computer software (Microsoft office)
- Ability to work autonomously.
Qualifications
Essential
- BMS degree
- Registration with Health Professions Council
- Willingness to undertake SPD
Desirable
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).
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).
