Overview
Applications are invited from enthusiastic, motivated and experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join the team in the UKAS Accredited Haematology and Blood Transfusion Laboratories based at the Royal Oldham Hospital, NCA Trust.
The custom built Central Service Laboratory serves The Royal Oldham Hospital Trust sites and Rochdale Infirmary as well as primary care services within the vicinity. There is also an essential services laboratory at Fairfield General Hospital, Bury and similarly equipped laboratories across the NCA. The department has just installed new replacement Sysmex XN haematology analysers and CN coagulation analysers across Haematology NCA. In addition, Tosoh G11 HPLC is in use for Haemoglobinopathy and Ortho Vision for Blood Transfusion. A new laboratory information management system will also be installed later in 2025.
We are in an exciting time of development and change, following the formation of the Northern Care Alliance. You will help to ensure that service delivery continues to be quality driven and ensure care is of the high standard that we would expect for our patients.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Band 5 Biomedical Scientist in a busy but friendly Haematology and Blood Transfusion department. Applications to join our team are invited from enthusiastic and motivated individuals with HCPC registration or those on target to qualify within the next six months and who also have both Haematology and Blood Transfusion experience. You will rotate through all the departmental sections and assist in the daily running of this busy department, undertaking duties appropriate to your band. The post holder will be required to participate in 24/7 shift rota and work across sites after appropriate training.
You will be a good team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a flexible approach. You will be committed to patient safety, improving and maintaining quality.
The department is approved by the IBMS for pre and post registration training and is UKAS accredited. The department is fully equipped with new equipment throughout laboratory.
Active participation in CPD and opportunities for further study are encouraged and supported.
The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.
The philosophy of the laboratory is to promote best practice and provide a safe, quality service.
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please read the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Responsibilities
* Rotate through all departmental sections and assist in the daily running of a busy Haematology and Blood Transfusion department.
* Undertake duties appropriate to Band 5 and participate in a 24/7 shift rota across sites after appropriate training.
* Contribute to patient safety and quality improvement activities.
* Engage in CPD and uncover opportunities for further study as encouraged and supported.
Qualifications and Requirements
* HCPC registration or clear progression towards qualification within the next six months.
* Experience in Haematology and Blood Transfusion.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team with good interpersonal skills and flexibility.
Benefits and Context
* Part-time Band 5 Biomedical Scientist role in a UKAS accredited department.
* Opportunities for CPD and further study; support for training and development.
* Work in a modern laboratory with up-to-date equipment and cross-site rotations.
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