At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Haematology and Blood Transfusion services, ensuring quality management and service improvement.
- Company: Join a patient-focused healthcare team across two hospital sites.
- Benefits: Flexible working, CPD opportunities, career progression, and supportive team environment.
- Other info: Engage in audits, training, and maintain accreditation standards in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while advancing your career in a collaborative setting.
- Qualifications: HCPC registration, IBMS Specialist Diploma, and experience in Haematology and Blood Transfusion.
The predicted salary is between 37035 - 45265 £ per year.
Overview
In this role you will support Haematology and Blood Transfusion services across two hospital sites, contributing to quality management and service improvement.
You will work within a 24/7 roster, develop staff, engage in audits and CPD, and help maintain accreditation standards.
The post offers exposure to a broad range of haematology disciplines and opportunities for career progression in a collaborative, patient-focused environment.
- Pay / Benefits
- flexible working (Timewise accreditation)
- CPD and specialist training opportunities
- career progression
- supportive team environment
- staff development
- annual training programmes
Responsibilities
- Assist Section Leads with Quality Management System (QMS) activities in the Designated Section
- Support staff training and supervision within the Designated Section
- Maintain stock levels and record reagent lot numbers for audit purposes
- Monitor IQC and EQA performance and investigate issues with the Section Lead BMS
- Attend and contribute to laboratory meetings; present quality updates when required
- Draft and maintain SOPs and related documentation to support ISO15189 accreditation
- Maintain equipment and liaise with service engineers as needed
- Lead verification and documentation for new techniques to ensure ISO15189 compliance
- Liaise with company representatives under direction of Section Lead BMS
- Handle telephone inquiries and provide results or advice as appropriate
- Review analyser results and authorize or escalate as needed
- Assist with sample referrals and data entry into the laboratory IT system
- Perform routine Haematology and Blood Transfusion investigations; operate across all sections as required
- Conduct microscopic examination of stained blood films and report findings
- Participate in 24-7 shift rota with ability to work independently and respond to incidents
- Supervise training and monitor performance of BMS/MLA staff
- Attend NEQAS meetings; training on new equipment as required
- Contribute to departmental policy, planning and annual reviews
- Maintain professional standards and compliance with Trust policies
- Key requirements
- HCPC registration as Biomedical Scientist
- IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology with Hospital Transfusion Practice
- Experience in Haematology and Blood Transfusion tests within an NHS laboratory
- Willingness to participate in shift work across two hospital sites
- Ability to work unsupervised and handle Health and Safety responsibilities
- Post-registration experience in routine Haematology/Blood Transfusion analyses
- Good communication and organizational skills
- CPD participation and commitment to ongoing professional development
- Good communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- ISO 15189:2022 knowledge
- Quality Management System (QMS) and audit processes
- IQC and EQA management
Specialist Biomedical Scientist Haematology employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
