Trosolwg o'r swydd

We are looking for well-motivated, HCPC registered individuals, with experience of working in an NHS pathology laboratory (or equivalent) to join our Haematology and Blood Transfusion Department based at Medway Maritime Hospital, Gillingham, Kent.

In partnership with Beckman Coulter UK (BCUK) our pathology laboratory houses a range of equipment including: Beckman Coulter DxH 900 Analysers and Slidemaker/Stainer (SMS), IL(Werfen) TOP 550 coagulation analysers and Ortho Vision blood grouping analysers.

Participation in the out of hour’s service is expected, once trained and competency assessed.

This is a Band 5 role with progression to Band 6 upon successful completion of agreed objectives.

This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship.  All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.

Please note, this post may close earlier than the given closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. 

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

The post holder will process laboratory samples using automated analysers and manual methodology to produce timely, accurate and relevant results and reports, enabling a high quality and efficient diagnostic service.   

They will work unsupervised in all sections of the department including Haematology, Blood Transfusion, Morphology, Specialist Coagulation and High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) enabling the acquisition of specialist knowledge of all scientific, technical and clerical work of the department, referring to more senior staff for support when needed

The post holder will perform a range of Biomedical Scientist clinical activities and provide technical advice to service users, as required. They will prioritise work, accommodating urgent samples and Trust target activity e.g bed management.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you’ll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we’ve achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.