Job summary

This post is only open for applications for individuals employed within the Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Care System

Organisations within scope are as follows:

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board Southern Health Foundation Trust Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust University Hospital Southampton Solent NHS Trust South Central Ambulance Service Isle of Wight NHS Trust Hampshire Hospitals

We have a fantastic opportunity for a WTE (average hrs per week shift dependant) Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our Haematology and Transfusion team and support our Pathology Service.

Main duties of the job

Candidates should be HCPC Registered, ideally with a minimum of 2 years post-registration laboratory experience and the IBMS Specialist Diploma or equivalent. Candidates should be experienced in all aspects of routine Haematology and Blood Transfusion.

About us

Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.

Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assisting in the provision of reliable and accurate analytical data for the Trust, in accordance with relevant regulatory standards and requirements, including ISO 15189 and MHRA. To work as part of a team of Biomedical Scientists to deliver, within budget, a patient-orientated medical laboratory service to contribute to efficient and effective care. To demonstrate an exemplary standard of work at all times, including the supervision, training and guidance of laboratory staff as required. To deputise for Senior Biomedical Scientists as required. To provide specialist advice to clinicians as to the appropriateness of tests and timescales. To assist in the ongoing achievement of departmental quality standards. To have attained specialist knowledge in Biochemistry, Immunology, Haematology or Blood Transfusion through a minimum of two years experience as a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist working in that discipline. To participate in the agreed working patterns of the department to provide a safe and effective service as appropriate for specialist role. To perform designated specialist role such as Health & Safety Coordinator, Fire Warden, Film Coordinator as assigned by Laboratory Managers.

We are looking for experienced Blood Sciences BMS staff with experience of Biorad IH500 and evidence of extensive Haematology and Transfusion practice whilst we transition to a new LIMS. Experience of APEX or Winpath LIMS would be advantageous.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc (Hons) or equivalent in Biomedical Sciences. Registration with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist.

Experience

Essential

At least two years experience working in a relevant clinical laboratory environment Evidence of supervisory experience Evidence of training and developing staff experience Evidence of contribution to service improvement Evidence of leadership training