Job summary
- Main area
- Haematology/Haemostasis
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months (from start date)
- Hours
- Part time - 22.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 344-6024DCB
- Employer
- East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Kent and Canterbury
- Town
- Canterbury
- Salary
- £47,810 - £54,710 per annum pro-rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 24/02/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Biomedical Scientist in Haemostasis and Thrombosis (p-t FTC)
Band 7
Job overview
We are looking for experienced, enthusiastic and motivated applicants for a Senior Biomedical Scientist in Haemophilia (Band 7), working part-time 22.5 hours per week, and fixed term contract for 12 months. This role in the Haemophilia laboratory, is specifically to support implementation of the new Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), which is a clinical priority for Pathology at EKHUFT. In this post we can offer you a rewarding, flexible and supportive role, providing a wide scope of haemostasis and thrombosis diagnostic services, using up to date and innovative technology.
You will be joining our team of experienced and dedicated Biomedical Scientists, where you will have the opportunity to work closely with our medical team in the Kent Haemophilia and Thrombosis Comprehensive Care Centre, supporting the operational delivery, training of staff of all grades, informing method development, developing clinical guidelines and potentially taking part in clinical research activities.
As a professionally diverse team the philosophy of the Haemostasis and Thrombosis service is to strive for excellence. We are proud to be accredited by UKAS to ISO 15189:2012 standards, and have just undergone a successful transition inspection to ISO 15189:2022 standards.
Main duties of the job
The Senior BMS role will be a conduit between the scientific and clinical sides of the service, undertaking laboratory and clinical duty sessions, providing clinical liaison as needed. The post holder will provide technical, managerial and leadership expertise. They will be a key contributor to quality management and improvement, the training of all the departments scientists, and the verification and implementation of new methodologies.
As a professionally diverse team, the philosophy of the Haemostasis and Thrombosis service is to strive for excellence, with Quality and Service Improvement at the heart of all we do. We are proud to be accredited by UKAS ISO 15189:2022 standards.
We have an extensive repertoire and scope of practice, using the latest high-quality innovation and technology, for instance STA-R Max analysers, Ceveron S100, PFA-200, PAP-8 Platelet Aggregometer, Glomax luminometer, Dynex DS2 automated ELISA analyser and the GeneXpert.
The successful candidate should have a high level of analytical and technical skill, including statistical analysis. They should have considerable and up to date knowledge of current practices and advances in Haematology, with specific experience in Haemostasis and Thrombosis desirable.
Working for our organisation
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
The hospitals are situated within easy reach of London and Europe by both road and rail (e.g. 35 minutes from Ashford to London St Pancras). East Kent is a delightful place to live with a fantastic coastline, beautiful countryside, outstanding schools and the cathedral city of Canterbury.
KMPN: Kent and Medway Pathology Network (KMPN) is a formal partnership of seven laboratories across three pathology services in four acute Trusts. Our 1000 colleagues provide services across the health and care sector to a population of nearly 2 million.
KMPN are at an exciting point of our network development with a recommendation to form a joint venture across the four Trusts leading transformation. Our projects including single IT solutions, procurement and digital projects, to ensure our services are able to meet growing demand for our service users, patients and communities.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
KMPN: You will have a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in KMPN. We are developing a network academy, a platform for all network education and training from apprenticeships to advanced clinical and scientific qualifications with a single faculty making best use of our talented educators and trainers. You will not be expected to work at sites outside of EKHUFT. However, there will be opportunities for collaborative working within the network.
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents’. If you have further queries please don’t hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below. Also, contact us to arrange an informal visit.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for Biomedical Scientist roles Band 6 and above.
Person specification
Qualifications and training
Essential criteria
- HCPC Registration.
- Masters level (Level 7) qualification in a relevant subject; Master of Science degree IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma IBMS Fellowship examination 120 credits in postgraduate qualification in relevant subjects. Or proven equivalent level of knowledge, e.g. clear relevant and demonstrable experience and evidence of operating at Band 7 level.
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of management training.
- Post-graduate courses relevant to Haematology or Haemostasis and Thrombosis.
- IBMS Certificates of Expert Practice, e.g. in Quality Management, Training or Leadership & Management.
Skills and experience
Essential criteria
- Extensive post registration experience of working in an ISO 15189 accredited laboratory.
- Highly developed technical and analytical skills.
- Supervisory and leadership skills and ability to train other staff.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Evidence of participation in CPD.
- Knowledge and experience of implementing new techniques and methodologies.
- Highly developed IT skills and conversant with Microsoft word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical analysis software.
- Ability to interpret complex information including charts, statistical data and figures.
Desirable criteria
- Highly developed teaching and training skills.
- Experience of working in a Haemostasis and Thrombosis Laboratory or section within a Laboratory.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- A comprehensive and up to date knowledge of current practices and advances in Haematology, including in Haemostasis and Thrombosis.
- A good understanding of quality management systems, accreditation and knowledge of quality standards.
- Health and safety awareness.
- Risk management awareness.
- An understanding of current developments in the NHS and how these affect Pathology services.
Desirable criteria
- Specialised knowledge of Haemostasis and Thrombosis.
- Detailed knowledge of UKAS Accreditation, ISO 15189 standards and other quality management systems and processes.
- Evidence of ongoing CPD.
Personal and professional attributes
Essential criteria
- Highly developed interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team and develop effective relationships but also able to work on own initiative.
- Be flexible and able to adapt and react positively to changing demands and circumstances.
- Aware of and demonstrate the Trust’s Vision, Mission, Values and Behaviours.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- David Gurney
- Job title
- Head Biomedical Scientist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01227 866 329
- Additional information
Sarah Clarke Chief Biomedical Scientist [email protected]
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