Job summary
This role is open to all internal staff and Kent and Medway Partnership Network Pathology staff, including those registered with our Staff Bank
This is a permanent role with successful applicants being based at Medway Maritime Hospital, Gillingham but required to also work at Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals for the post of Biomedical Scientist/ Specialist Biomedical Scientist.
For the Band 6 post you must provide
* Completion of IBMS Specialist Portfolio or proven equivalent post registration experience
* Experience of working alone during out of hours service
* Willingness to participate in the out of hour's service
* Evidence of CPD
We are looking for well-motivated, HCPC registered individuals, with experience of working in an 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 770 and TOP 550 coagulation analysers, Biorad Variant II for Haemoglobinopathy screening and Ortho Vision blood grouping analysers.
Main duties of the job
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 in a 24/7 shift working pattern and will receive enhanced pay in line with Agenda for Change unsocial hours payments for maintaining round the clock services.
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 description
Job responsibilities
* Prioritise samples for processing and results for issuing.
* Provide advice about the appropriate use of laboratory tests to users.
* Perform tests and assays on all samples as necessary, according to established protocols and required standards.
* Carry out identification of blood group antibodies and refer to NHSBT as required.
* Carry out specialist procedures within Haematology such as blood film morphology and haemoglobinopathy screening.
* Deliver accurate results of samples within agreed turnaround times.
* Check validity of results and the need for repeat or further testing.
* Discuss significantly abnormal results with the Consultant Haematologist and other clinicians.
* Adhere to Trust and departmental policies, guidelines and quality standards.
* Work at all times in accordance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
Please see attached job description for further information.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
* Specialist portfolio in Haematology or Transfusion Science or equivalent
* State registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) specifically as a Biomedical Scientist, Clinical Haematology and/or Transfusion Science
* Evidence of CPD
* BSc Degree in Biomedical Science (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
* Experience in all areas of Haematology & Blood Transfusion in a Pathology laboratory (or equivalent).
Desirable
* Use of Q-Pulse quality management software system.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
* Ability to solve problems.
* Able to supervise staff
* Ability to produce results within set deadlines.
* Methodical and able to organise own and others' workload
* Written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
* Knowledge of blood film morphology and haemoglobinopathy screening
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Medway Maritime Hospital
Windmill Road
Gillingham
ME7 5NY
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