Job overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated HCPC-registered Clinical Scientist to join the Haematology department at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust. This role is suitable for an individual with experience in Haematology and Haemato-Oncology, including red cell haematology, morphology and immunophenotyping.

The post holder will work closely with Clinical Scientists and Biomedical Scientists across Blood Sciences at UHP, as well as maintaining close working relationships with Clinical Haematology.

***Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome. ***

Main duties of the job

You will actively contribute to a range of clinical, technical, quality and managerial tasks, which will be (but is not limited to):

1.     To provide a timely, high-quality, accurate and cost-effective service, in collaboration with Haematology and Flow Cytometry Section leads, Laboratory Managers, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and Consultant Haematologists.

2.      To contribute to the effective operation of the Antenatal Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Screening Programme, ensuring adherence to national screening pathways, quality standards, key performance indicators and audit requirements.

3.      Provides specialist diagnostic services to UHP and external users (including ~100 GP practices).

4.      To develop and undertake competency training and assessments for the Haematology and Flow Cytometry team.

3       To undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to further clinical practice. Make recommendations to change team’s practice. Lead implementation of specific changes to practice or contribute to service protocols.

4      In collaboration with laboratory management and Consultant Haematologists, to develop and implement new tests that will contribute to improved patient care, reduced costs and/or reduced turnaround times.

5       To share teaching responsibilities with clinical staff at the medical school.

6       To contribute to Clinical Haematology multidisciplinary team meetings.

Working for our organisation

We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.