services across all sites. Ortho Vision analysers are utilised within the Blood Transfusion departments.The successful candidate MUST be registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist AND have completed the IBMS Specialist Portfolio within the Haematology and Blood Transfusion specialisms.If you require further information please contact:Tosin Kelani, ESL Blood Sciences Operational Lead QEH via telephone on or email at duties of the jobTo carry out / supervise technical and scientific work in a section of the laboratory under the direction of Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist. Flexible hours including weekend and bank holiday working will be required within the minimum37.5 hours per week in accordance with Agenda for Change (AfC) Terms and Conditions.To practice as a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist providing a patient focused, cost effective and efficient service.The post holder will undertake technical and scientific work under the direction of appointed line manager and
Essential Qualifications
- BSc. Biomedical Science or equivalent
- Holder of the IBMS Certificate of Competence, Registration Portfolio.
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
- Registered as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council
Desirable Qualifications
- Further relevant specialist qualifications (eg BBTS certificate, IBMS Certificates)
Essential Experience
- HCPC registration diagnostic experience in Haematology & Blood Transfusion.Experience with a computerised laboratory information system.Previous experience working in a large medical of working as a team
Desirable Experience
- Experience of a variety of diagnostic techniques in using the following named IT systems o WinPath Enterprise (Clinisys). o Q-PulseDemonstrate ability to use own initiative when dealing with patients/staff to solve problems
Knowledge
- Advanced scientific knowledge for relevant disciplineDetailed understanding of UKAS, Quality Management SystemsGood understanding of Health & Safety LegislationGood understanding of Governance Requirements.Detailed knowledge of MHRA legislation
- Knowledge of Quality Management System and can demonstrate participation in obligatory activities
Skills
- Competent in basic laboratory techniques and troubleshootingGood level IT skillsGood time management.Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packagesAbility to analyse, interpret, and present routine data/results/concepts.Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal).
- Good keyboard skillsPolite, helpful and confident manner.Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packages.
Other
- Reliable, responsible person.Able to work as part of a team.Able to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptationsRespects confidentiality.Hold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies.The post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations
- Previous NHS experience.Good interpersonal skills.Adaptable and flexible.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- BSc. Biomedical Science or equivalentHolder of the IBMS Certificate of Competence, Registration Portfolio.Evidence of continuous professional development.Registered as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council
- Further relevant specialist qualifications (eg BBTS certificate, IBMS Certificates)
Experience
- HCPC registration diagnostic experience in Haematology & Blood Transfusion.Experience with a computerised laboratory information system.Previous experience working in a large medical of working as a team
- Experience of a variety of diagnostic techniques in using the following named IT systems o WinPath Enterprise (Clinisys). o Q-PulseDemonstrate ability to use own initiative when dealing with patients/staff to solve problems
Knowledge
- Advanced scientific knowledge for relevant disciplineDetailed understanding of UKAS, Quality Management SystemsGood understanding of Health & Safety LegislationGood understanding of Governance Requirements.Detailed knowledge of MHRA legislation
- Knowledge of Quality Management System and can demonstrate participation in obligatory activities
Skills
- Competent in basic laboratory techniques and troubleshootingGood level IT skillsGood time management.Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packagesAbility to analyse, interpret, and present routine data/results/concepts.Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal).
- Good keyboard skillsPolite, helpful and confident manner.Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packages.
Other
- Reliable, responsible person.Able to work as part of a team.Able to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptationsRespects confidentiality.Hold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies.The post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations
- Previous NHS experience.Good interpersonal skills.Adaptable and flexible.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit
training leads.The post holder is required to rotate through the various sections of the laboratory and work at different laboratories networked within ESEL Pathology Partnership. The post holder must participate in the either the AfC hybrid (day & night) orpermanent night shift patterns. Where staff work the latter, hours of work will fluctuate per week as per roster pattern and will attract enhancements. Where the post holder is employed on the Annex 21 contract, they will be sponsored to attainthe IBMS Specialist Diploma (Haematology & Blood Transfusion). Advancement to the Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Full Band 6) role is conditional on the verified attainment of the IBMS Specialist Diploma within a designated 2-year time frame.
About us
The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health. The Pathology Partnership was formed in May 2021. Between 2021 and 2024 the Partnership undertook a complex transformation programme to establish a single network of laboratories, underpinned by a single Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and single Quality Management System (QMS). The Partnership has a main hub laboratory at the Royal London Hospital and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at the six other hospital sites served by the Partnership. The Partnership has three operational divisions: Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry Microbiology and Virology Cellular Pathology and Cancer Diagnostics. The 2024/25 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. 121m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 860 WTE. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our
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Biomedical Scientist Haematology/Blood Transfusion in City of London employer: National Health Service
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