Trainee Biomedical Scientist - Haematology/Blood Transfusion Medway
Trainee Biomedical Scientist in Haematology and Blood Transfusion at Medway Maritime Hospital Annex 21 until HCPC registered (75% of band 5)
Please note, this post is ONLY open to employees of the Kent and Medway Pathology Network.
This is a permanent role with successful applicants being based at Medway Maritime Hospital but required to also work at Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford on required.
IBMS Accredited Degree required for the Registration Portfolio
Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals for the post of Trainee Biomedical Scientist.
For the Band 5 post you must provide
Willingness to participate in the out of hour's service
Evidence of CPD
We are looking for well-motivated individuals, with experience of working in a NHS pathology laboratory (or equivalent) to join our Haematology and Blood Transfusion Department based at Medway Maritime Hospital, Gillingham.
In partnership with Beckman Coulter UK (BCUK) our pathology laboratory houses a range of equipment including: Beckman Coulter DxH 900 Analysers and Slidemaker/Stainer (SMS), IL(Werfen) TOP 700 and TOP 550 coagulation analysers, Biorad Variant II for Haemoglobinopathy screening and Ortho Vision blood grouping analysers.
This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship.All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicants will be supported to complete the IBMS registration portfolio.
Successful applicants will be expected to participate in an ongoing quality programme to maintain compliance with the Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and United Kingdom Accreditation Standards (UKAS).
This post will require full participation full in a 24/7 shift working pattern and will received enhanced pay in line with Agenda for change unsocial hours payments for maintaining round the clock services when qualified.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
Perform tests and assays on all samples as necessary, according to established protocols and required standards, using intermediate theoretical knowledge, and organising own work.
Ensure that documentation is maintained to the Trust standard (including electronic records).
Prioritise samples for processing and results for issuing.
Maintain good housekeeping and be able to carry out basic analyser trouble shooting.
Validate and release clinical results
Follow all protocols regarding the escalation of abnormal results.
Liaise with NHSBT as required
Perform equipment maintenance (subject to competency)
Participate in audits.
Accurately maintain records e.g. quality audit reports and performance reports.
Please see attached job description for further information.
Person Specification
Education and Training
* Evidence of CPD
Experience
* Basic understanding of Haematology & Blood Transfusion in a Pathology laboratory (or equivalent).
Knowledge and Skills
* Ability to solve problems.
* Methodical and able to organise own workload
* Ability to produce results within set deadlines.
* Good written and verbal communication skills
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.
Head of Haematology and Blood Transfusion
£29,282 a yearp.a. paid at annex 21 until HCPC registered (75% of band 5)
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