Haemophilia and Allied Disorders Senior BMS
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Job Overview
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Biomedical Scientist to take on a senior role in the Haemophilia Assays Section at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, part of the South Yorkshire & Bassetlaw Pathology network. As an Advanced Biomedical Scientist (Band 7), you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, specialist coagulation testing that directly supports the care of patients with bleeding disorders. The role combines hands‑on expertise in highly complex assays with opportunities to lead, supervise and train others, contribute to research and innovation, and ensure services meet the highest standards of quality and accreditation. We are looking for an HCPC‑registered Biomedical Scientist with strong specialist knowledge in coagulation and haemostasis, excellent technical and analytical skills, and the ability to interpret complex results with clinical relevance. You will need experience in quality management, troubleshooting, and leadership skills to support, train and inspire colleagues. This role offers the chance to develop your career in a nationally recognised centre of excellence, working at the forefront of specialist haemophilia testing. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to patient care, scientific progress, and the future of coagulation diagnostics.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will supervise and work within the Haemophilia assays section, performing and interpreting highly complex coagulation investigations to deliver accurate, timely results that may carry significant clinical and medico‑legal implications. They will ensure compliance with ISO 15189 quality standards through audits, quality control, SOP maintenance, and participation in accreditation processes, while also supporting research, service development, and the evaluation of new methods and technologies. Responsibilities include maintaining and troubleshooting specialist equipment, managing work rotas, training and supervising junior staff, and deputising for senior colleagues when required. The role also involves liaising with clinicians, laboratory users, and external stakeholders, prioritising urgent clinical needs, and representing the service at meetings to promote harmonisation, innovation, and continuous improvement across the SYB network.
Working for our organisation
SYB Pathology is a partnership between the five Acute Trusts within the IC&S footprint, hosted by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals. By coming together as a single service SYB Pathology will ensure all patients and clinicians across the IC&S footprint receive equitable access to high quality, innovative pathology services, providing the best clinical outcomes. The partnership will ensure SYBP improves health outcomes, drives research and innovation, delivers efficiencies and ensures a sustainable workforce, providing job satisfaction and career progression opportunities for all staff. You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees, including commitments to professional development and policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person specification
Education And Qualifications
* HCPC registered
* Post graduate qualification equating to Master's level in a relevant subject such as FIBMS (Haematology) or MSc (e.g. Pathological Sciences or equivalent) or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma (Haematology), or equivalent evidence of extended practice in haemostasis.
* IBMS Specialist portfolio (Haematology) or other BMS (Blood Sciences) specialist qualification
* Evidence of continual professional development
Experience
Essential criteria
* Extensive experience in haemophilia related and allied disorders laboratory assays
* Experience of other areas of coagulation testing
Desirable criteria
* Experience in application and monitoring of UKAS standards.
* Experience in demonstrating leadership qualities
Skills And Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Good IT skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, QPulse, LIMS etc)
* Ability to Lead a Team
* Effective Communication skills, written and oral
* Evidence of effective time management skills and with a methodical approach
* Ability to motivate oneself and other staff
Desirable criteria
* Ability to deliver new services
Personal Qualities
Essential Criteria
* Commitment to complete and maintain Mandatory training and required laboratory competences
* Ability to plan, prioritise and allocate work and work under pressure.
* Ability to work individually and as part of a team
* Prepared to work flexibly including participation in weekend and evening work and out of hours rota as required
* Commitment to Providing 8am-8pm service and weekend out-of- hours work.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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