Job summary
- Main area
- NEQAS Haematology
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 360-C-10130
- Employer
- West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Croxley Business Park
- Town
- Watford
- Salary
- £48,270 - £54,931 pa inc HCA
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 05/06/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Band 7 - Senior EQA Scientist, UK NEQAS
Band 7
Job overview
We are looking for a dynamic and adaptable HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to become a valuable member of the UK NEQAS General Haematology scientific team.
Under the direct supervision of the Scheme Service Manager, your role will involve ensuring the efficient, cost-effective, and professional delivery of services within the UK NEQAS Haematology program.
You should be able to demonstrate a strong understanding and experience in clinical Hematology laboratory practices within the UK, encompassing an extensive knowledge of both the theoretical and practical aspects of laboratory Hematology.
Additionally, you should display a comprehensive understanding of EQA and the fundamentals of quality management systems.
Experience in personnel management and leading teams, along with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks, would be an advantage.
This is a full-time position, with core working hours from 9:00am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements, which can be explored further at interview.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will report directly to the Haematology Service Manager with overall accountability to the Scheme Director.
In this role, you will lead and supervise a team delivering high-quality EQA services in Haematology.
You will plan and manage multiple work streams, ensuring deadlines are met and standards are maintained.
A key part of the role involves interpreting complex data, preparing scientific reports, and contributing to service development, so suitable analytical skills and attention to detail will be beneficial.
Applicants should indicate in their application how they meet the person specification and why they are suitable for this role.
Working for our organisation
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The UK National External Quality Assessment Unit (UK NEQAS) are operated by West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and is based in a bespoke unit designed and built specifically in the Croxley Business Park in Watford.
There are regular lunchtime activities, an on-site gym, childcare facilities, and a free shuttle bus from the local stations.
The unit consists of approximately 30 staff, which includes seven in Administration, two in IT, two in Receipt & Dispatch (R&D), twelve in Haematology and six in Blood Transfusion Laboratory Practice.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
Person specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential criteria
- Degree or equivalent professional qualification.
- FIBMS in Haematology, MSc in an appropriate subject or equivalent qualification.
- Registration with the HCPC.
- Active participation in CPD.
Knowledge:
Essential criteria
- Specialist knowledge of automated cell counting.
- A comprehensive understanding of the role of EQA and the fundamentals of quality management systems as part of laboratory quality assurance.
- Broad theoretical and practical knowledge of general laboratory haematology practice within the UK.
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of laboratory diagnosis of haemoglobinopathies and enzymopathies.
- Knowledge of blood film morphology.
- Basic statistical knowledge.
Experience:
Essential criteria
- A broad theoretical and practical experience of general laboratory haematology practice within the UK with extensive experience in automated counting.
- Supervisory experience in personnel management, leading teams, evaluating staff performance and conducting staff appraisals.
- Experience with word-processing and spreadsheet applications.
- Experience with database applications.
- Experience in drafting reports and scientific documents.
Desirable criteria
- Experience in the provision of EQA services.
- Experience in the provision of EQA services, EQA material preparation, review of EQA data / statistical analysis and the interpretation of EQA reports.
- Experience in project management.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Yvonne Hector
- Job title
- Haematology Service Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01923587111
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