IMS Recruitment is recruiting A BIOMEDICAL SCIENTIST / LABORATORY MEDICINE SCIENTIST for the pathology department of a hospital in Gibraltar.
The client is seeking candidates for commencement at the earliest possible opportunity, on a 6-month fixed term contract to perform analytical testing in Haematology, Blood Transfusion, and Coagulation.
Gibraltar with its high standard of living, Mediterranean climate and modern English-speaking hospitals is regarded as a highly attractive place to live and work.
Responsibilities
- Perform analytical testing in Haematology, Blood Transfusion, and Coagulation.
- Validate and authorize patient results in accordance with laboratory policies.
- Perform blood grouping, antibody screening, crossmatching, and issue of blood components.
- Investigate abnormal results and liaise with clinicians where necessary.
- Ensure compliance with quality management systems and accreditation standards.
- Perform analyser calibration, troubleshooting, and advanced quality control procedures.
- Participate in internal and external quality assurance programmes.
- Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to health and safety regulations.
- Authorise complex transfusion decisions, including investigation of transfusion reactions and resolution of serological discrepancies.
- Validate and authorise donor serology results, ensuring safe release of blood components in accordance with transfusion guidelines.
- Daily monitoring of blood component inventory and monitor stock levels
- Ensure full compliance with quality management systems, haemovigilance requirements, and accreditation standards.
- Develop, review, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in line with best practice and regulatory guidance.
- Previous experience in haematology and blood film morphology.
- Experience of working with Sysmex XN1000/XN2000 desirable
- Experience in coagulation
- Previous recent experience working in blood transfusion.
Requirements
- Applicants must be registered with the UK’s HCPC
- BSc or Higher Degree in Biomedical Science
- At least 3 years’ experience in relevant specialism.
On Offer
- Salary of £31,897 to £37,845 per annum pro rata (depending on experience)
- Free Accommodation
- Return flights
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Biomedical Scientist in Gibraltar employer: IMS RECRUITMENT
Working as a Biomedical Scientist in Gibraltar offers an exceptional opportunity to thrive in a modern, English-speaking hospital environment while enjoying the benefits of a Mediterranean lifestyle. The company prioritises employee well-being with competitive salaries, free accommodation, and return flights, fostering a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and development in laboratory medicine. Join a dedicated team where your expertise in Haematology, Blood Transfusion, and Coagulation will be valued and where you can make a meaningful impact on patient care.
