Overview
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The Laboratory Medicine Service is spread across four hospital sites within Swansea Bay University Health Board. We are set up as a hub and spoke network of laboratories with the hub laboratory based in Morriston Hospital and spoke laboratories at Singleton Hospital (7 miles from Morriston) and Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend (25 miles from Morriston).
The laboratories are well equipped with Roche, Sysmex and Ortho analysers, and have full accreditation with UKAS, MHRA and IBMS training status. Swansea Bay Laboratory Medicine team aims to modernise our service, develop knowledge and skills, and encourage a multidisciplinary team approach. Staff will be trained to work in all sections of the Laboratory Medicine (Blood Sciences) laboratory with opportunities to rotate into Routine Haematology, Coagulation, Blood Transfusion and General Biochemistry. Applications from candidates with existing skills in a single discipline are welcome with willingness to cross-train.
Main duties
As a Specialist Band 6 BMS you will provide a comprehensive Laboratory Medicine service to support effective diagnosis and treatment, act on diagnostically abnormal results urgently, deputise for senior staff, and assist in training and supervision of junior team members. The Laboratory Medicine Service operates 24/7/365 and a flexible approach to working hours is required. Once competency is achieved you will participate in the full shift rota and may work at any networked laboratory site as required to maintain quality, training and service requirements.
Annex 21
Fully qualified Specialist Biomedical Scientist (BMS) Band 6 - only candidates who have completed the IBMS Specialist Diploma will be considered for the full Specialist BMS Band 6 post. This must be clearly indicated on your application form.
Trainee Specialist BMS - Applicants who do not hold full qualifications will be considered for a trainee position and will be subject to Annex 21 of Band 6. It is a condition of appointment to the training position that the required qualifications are achieved. If required qualifications are not achieved in the designated timeframes, redeployment may be considered.
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and aim to support you in starting a career here at Swansea Bay University Health Board. As a large healthcare group we offer professional training and development opportunities in an innovative organisation. Roles may suit nurses, doctors, health science/therapy specialists, or individuals with skills in one of our support services. Apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles are available. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants regardless of sex, religion or belief, race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or maternity status, marital status or civil partnership, or disability. Our values are Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, reflecting our commitment to equality. If you want excellent career and training opportunities close to beautiful scenery and a cosmopolitan city, consider joining us.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
The full Job Description and Person Specification are attached within the supporting documents or viewable by clicking “Apply now” to view in Trac. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable; Welsh and/or English speakers are welcome to apply.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* BSc in Biomedical Sciences (must be IBMS accredited)
* Registered with the HCPC
* IBMS Specialist Diploma (or equivalent experience – only relevant if HCPC qualification was achieved in or before 2012)
Desirable criteria
* Master’s Degree
* BBTS Specialist Certificate in Transfusion Science Practice
Experience
Essential criteria
* Significant post-registration experience
* Knowledge and experience of working in Laboratory Medicine
* Experience of working unsocial hours and night shifts
* Loan working experience
* IT skills, including MS Office and virtual platforms
* Experience with Laboratory Information Systems (e.g., middleware IT)
Desirable criteria
* Experience with complex specialist laboratory techniques
* Multidisciplinary work experience and leadership skills
* Leadership skills
* Good understanding of other Pathology disciplines
* Background knowledge of hospital specialties
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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