Crynodeb o'r swydd
- Prif leoliad
- Haematology
- Gradd
- Band 5/6
- Contract
- Cyfnod Penodol: 12 mis (Fixed term maternity leave cover)
- Oriau
- Rhan-amser - 30 awr yr wythnos (24/7 working)
- Cyfeirnod y swydd
- 176-F-8115640
- Cyflogwr
- North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
- Math o gyflogwr
- NHS
- Gwefan
- Peterborough City Hospital
- Tref
- Peterborough
- Cyflog
- £32,073 - £48,117 per annum pro rata
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yn flynyddol
- Yn cau
- 20/10/2026 23:59
Teitl cyflogwr
Biomedical Scientist - Peterborough
Band 5/6
Trosolwg o'r swydd
The Haematology department at North West Anglia NHSFT have an exciting opportunity for a highly capable and enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join our dedicated team in a modern department, providing a high-quality Haematology and Blood Transfusion service.
Current experience in a UK NHS haematology and blood transfusion laboratory is essential for the Band 6 role and desirable for the Band 5 role.
Our busy UKAS and MHRA accredited department is fully computerised (Winpath) and utilises the Q-Pulse quality management system. Equipment includes Sysmex XN track, Beckman Navios and Aquious Flow Cytometers, IL TOPs coagulation analysers, BioRad Variant II and twin Ortho Visions.
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
The successful candidate must have excellent communication and organisational skills, a proven track record in a busy NHS haematology laboratory or equivalent and be able to demonstrate a broad level of specialist knowledge and practical experience.
They will be expected to participate in all aspects of the service including Routine Haematology, Coagulation, Blood Transfusion and the Specialist Haematology section and where appropriate will assist in the development of trainee staff.
The department operates a 24/7 service. The successful candidate would be expected to fully participate in the departments 24/7 operating hours following suitable training and competency assessment. Participation in this rota will attract antisocial payment enhancements and additional hours, further details can be given on request.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust’s redeployment process.
Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
We are an IBMS accredited training laboratory. The department regularly holds lunchtime seminars given by internal and external speakers and we have an experienced Training Lead in post to support training needs. You must be keen to develop your knowledge and skills but to also develop others.
- To work closely with the Haematology Operational Manager, Blood Transfusion manager and the Consultant Pathologists to deliver a quality driven, cost effective and customer focused Service, including Haematology & Blood Transfusion specialities.
- To practice as a State registered BMS and contribute to the
scientific output of the Service, in a manner appropriate to the
professional experience of the post holder. - To take part in programmes to ensure that all staff are
appropriately trained and developed. - To assist in realignments of elements of service provision, in close
co-operation with the Consultant Pathologists, the Departmental
Management teams and the Haematology Services Manager. - To perform test procedures, often of a complex nature, accurately
recording & reporting results
All interviews will be face to face applicants should only apply if able to attend site for interview.
Manyleb y person
Education & Qualifications
Meini prawf hanfodol
- An accredited BSc honours degree in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
- HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist
- Evidence of ongoing CPD
Meini prawf dymunol
- Relevant IBMS Specialist Portfolio, IBMS Diploma of Specialist Practice, equivalent level professional qualification (e.g. CPSM/IBMS discipline specific log book, STP, BBTS Specialist Certificate, BISHI Diploma) or a relevant biomedical science related, postgraduate M-level academic qualification (e.g. MSc), or UK NARIC confirmed equivalent and have two years professional experience within the NHS in an appropriate area of biomedical science
Experience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Broad level of specialist experience in a Haematology/Transfusion laboratory
- Competence and problem solving at a specialist level in an automated environment
- Familiarity with ISO15189 systems and standards.
Meini prawf dymunol
- Experience of out of hours duties
- Accustomed to a busy environment
- Experience within an HPC registered NHS
Knowledge
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Good practical knowledge of health and safety issues including COSHH, fire regulations and risk assessments
- Comprehensive specialist theory of Haematology and Blood Transfusion
- Broad understanding Of Quality Control and Basic Quality Management and Audit Knowledge
Meini prawf dymunol
- Knowledge of iSoft/Telepath I-IMS system
- Basic Biochemistry and Immunology theory
Key Skills/Abilities
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Competent in a broad range of specialist Haematology and Blood Transfusion practical techniques
- Computer literate
- Competent in the examination Of blood films including malarial parasites
- Competent in the interpretation and technical validation of results
- Technical problem solving e.g. equipment failure, quality control failure
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English
Meini prawf dymunol
- Supervisory/Training skills
- Basic competency in Biochemistry
- Experience with Sysmex HST
Bathodynnau ardystio / achredu cyflogwyr
Gofynion ymgeisio
Rhaid i chi gael cofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Application numbers
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Harriet Madiyiko
- Teitl y swydd
- Blood Sciences Manager
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 01733678431
- Gwybodaeth i gefnogi eich cais
Sam Fowler
Haematology Operational Manager
Tel: 01733678456
Rhestr swyddi gyda North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust yn Gwasanaethau Gwyddor Iechyd neu bob sector