Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Biomedical Scientist within the Haematology department at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust. We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, forward thinking individual, to help deliver a high quality, first class service to our users.UHB is one of the largest acute hospital Trusts in England serving the populations of Birmingham and Solihull. The Trust is composed of four main hospital sites; QE, Heartlands Hospital, Good Hope Hospital and Solihull Hospital (HGS). The post-holder will be required to work at the HGS laboratories initially but would be expected to work at any site within the Trust.This busy department receives over half a million requests annually, providing a 24 hour diagnostic and monitoring services. The laboratory is ISO 15189 and HCPC/IBMS accredited, MHRA approved and facilitates military training.The ideal candidate must be a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with a relevant Biomedical... Science Master's degree, HSD or recognised equivalent. You must have UK laboratory experience as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist, at band 6 level or above, with a specialist interest in Haematology, having a sound theoretical and practical knowledge. Applicants that are currently completing a relevant MSc HSD will be considered in a development role which would be a fixed term contract of 2 years on AFC Annex 21 until successful completion at which point the post will become substantive. Main duties of the job You will be responsible for the day to day management and of the hospitals haematology laboratory. You will be expected to work collaboratively with the service management team and other senior biomedical scientists in haematology, coagulation and blood transfusion. You will be expected to train staff, perform appraisals and other HR/workforce duties and you should therefore have good communication and interpersonal skills.Currently the laboratory operates a 24/7 shift system. There may be a requirement to perform a limited amount of out of hour's duties, depending on service requirement. You may be expected to deputise, on occasion, for the haematology operational manager. You will be committed to providing a high standard of service to our patients and have an enthusiasm for staff training and laboratory quality. You should have an understanding of legislation, regulation and the maintenance of compliance with ISO 15189:2012.For further details or informal enquiries, please contact Nigel Brookes or Lorna Philpotts, Operational Managers (Haematology) on 0121 424 2702. About us We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. Date posted 04 April 2023 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £41,659 to £47,672 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 304-49029GB Job locations Trustwide Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Job description Job responsibilities *Please Note : For a specific detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Job description Job responsibilities *Please Note : For a specific detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Person Specification Qualifications Essential State registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) * MSc, Equivalent academic achievement ratified by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) OR Equivalent Level 7 Post Graduate Certification or Diploma * Evidence of continuing professional development and proficiency in accordance with HCPC guidelines. * Post registration specialty training in accordance with Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS) guidelines Person Specification Qualifications Essential State registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) * MSc, Equivalent academic achievement ratified by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) OR Equivalent Level 7 Post Graduate Certification or Diploma * Evidence of continuing professional development and proficiency in accordance with HCPC guidelines. * Post registration specialty training in accordance with Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS) guidelines
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