Job overview

We are looking for one full time, enthusiastic and professional specialist Biomedical Scientist to work in all areas of University Hospitals Haematology & Transfusion, within the Derriford Combined Laboratory.

Our laboratory is about to embark on some exciting projects, one being a new lab build where staff input will be key to getting the lab we want and to future proof our service.

We are primarily looking for suitably qualified, HCPC Registered, Biomedical Scientists who have completed their Specialist Portfolio, and have demonstrable advanced technical skills and knowledge within Haematology disciplines. Specialist proven knowledge of Blood bank, and or Haematology and Coagulation is essential. Previous demonstrable experience of the accreditation processes in a blood sciences discipline would also be an advantage.

The Department operates a 24/7 service supported by rotas which attract additional payments.

Applications may be considered from Band 5 biomedical scientists who are able to demonstrate post HCPC registration experience in a hospital laboratory and working towards the Specialist Portfolio.  Please discuss further as this would mean an Annex 21 pay arrangement whilst completing the specialist portfolio.  There is an expectation that the portfolio will be completed within 2 years, failure to achieve this would result in this post becoming a Band 5 BMS.

For an informal visit or further information, please contact Sharon Monk [email protected]   

Main duties of the job

To undertake scientific duties in any section, comprising the specialities of Haematology, Coagulation & Blood Transfusion sections of the Department as required in order to facilitate the smooth running of the service.

To provide a clinical technical service by performing routine and specialist analytical testing on a range of biological samples.

To maintain and run specialist equipment up to a value of £1 million.

To possess the skills required to provide the necessary training and supervision of Band 5 Biomedical Scientists, Trainee Biomedical Scientists and support staff within your section.

To act as section lead in the absence of Band 7 section leads.

To lead under the direction of Section leads and Clinical teams, any validation and verifications (V&V).

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Working for our organisation

We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care.

The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. 

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