We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist within the Haematology department. We are looking for enthusiastic, highly motivated individuals to help deliver a first-class service to our users.
We are one of the largest acute hospital Trusts in England and is composed of 4 hospital sites; Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Heartlands Hospital, Good Hope Hospital and Solihull Hospital.
Additional funding has been awarded to recognise the growth within our Trust. In 2024 we saw our new 45 million elective hub at Solihull Hospital open, Heartlands Treatment Centre became fully operational, and our services continued to expand at Good Hope and QE.
The department receives over a million requests annually, providing a 24hr diagnostic and monitoring service. The laboratory is ISO15189 & MHRA accredited, approved for IBMS training and military training facility. Additionally, the laboratory situated on the QEH site is the nominated Coagulation laboratory for the West Midlands Regional Haemophilia comprehensive care service, and a designated Trauma Centre.
Applicants will rotate through Haematology, Coagulation & Blood Transfusion. The ideal candidate must be a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with a relevant IBMS Specialist Portfolio. You must have UK laboratory experience as a BMS, with a specialist interest in Haematology, having a sound theoretical and practical knowledge. Further study, scientific posters & papers, CPD are strongly encouraged and supported.
You will be responsible for performing the technical tasks to meet the needs of the laboratory service, in line with HCPC standards of proficiency. This includes analysis, technical validation, interpretive decisions, and reporting of samples to achieve efficient and effective patient care and resource management. You will be expected to work collaboratively within the laboratory team. You will be committed to providing a high standard of service to our patients and partake in the quality programme of the laboratory. You should have an understanding of legislation, regulation and the maintenance of compliance with ISO 15189:2022.
After appropriate training you will be expected to participate in the departmental shift system which attracts AFC enhanced payments.
Applications will be considered from individuals who require the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology & Hospital Transfusion Science. In these circumstances successful applicant salaries will be as per AFC Annex 21 - 70% of the top of band 6 until awarded the diploma, which would be expected to be completed in less than two years. Please indicate progress of the diploma within your application.
For further details, please contact Jann Cera, Blood Transfusion Laboratory Manager on 0121 424 2473 or email jann.cera@uhb.nhs.uk
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent academic achievement that is ratified by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
State registration with Healthcare Professions Council (HCPC).
Post registration specialist competency portfolio or equivalent
Evidence of continuing professional development and proficiency in accordance with HCPC guidelines
Experience of working in clinical laboratories commensurate with the laboratory position.
Experience of laboratory techniques and automation.
Experience of dealing with suppliers, clinical and support staff, the public or customer care.
A working knowledge of:
Biomedical Science theory and practice (Haematology, Transfusion, Biochemistry,
Microbiology and Cellular Pathology).
Quality control and assurance practices.)
Laboratory health and safety.
HCPC and IBMS professional standards, ethics, and proficiencies.
Understanding of accreditation within labs (e.g. ISO 15189, MHRA)
Numerate and able to undertake scientific calculations with and without the use of aides.
Perform in a team.
Manual dexterity to undertake automated, manual, and specialised techniques.
Good and accurate IT input and MS Office skills
Effective communication skills both written and oral.
Demonstrate logical thought processes and the ability to solve problems and plan remedial action.
Honesty
Reliability
Resilience and adaptability
Self-motivated.
Positive attitude.
Expected to participate in all out of hours periods as required by service provision.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Jann Cera
jann.cera@uhb.nhs.uk
01214242473
Agenda for Change
Band 6
Permanent
Full-Time, Flexible Working
304-9015047
Trustwide Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH
This vacancy is closed to applications.