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Haematology and Blood Transfusion Specialist Biomedical Scientist
The pathology departments at NTH and STH are working collaboratively to develop a joint service with services being delivered on both hospital sites. This will require cross site working as appropriate.
An opportunity has arisen for a well-motivated and enthusiastic HCPC Registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our team in the Haematology and Blood Transfusion Department at University Hospital of North Tees. The department provides a comprehensive and high quality service to the acute hospital and General Practitioners in the Stockton, Hartlepool and East Durham areas.
Main Duties of the Job
Under the direction of the Blood Transfusion and Haematology Management Team, the post holder will be required to perform the routine day to day operations within the Blood Transfusion and Haematology department, rotating between all sections within the specialty following approved methodologies and procedures. To assist in the training and development of Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Medical Laboratory Assistants and other staff grades according to departmental policy. It is expected that the post holder will have a considerable degree of autonomy and will be able to work unsupervised for significant periods.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
- Perform routine day-to-day operations within the Blood Transfusion and Haematology department.
- Rotate between all sections within the specialty following approved methodologies and procedures.
- Assist in the training and development of Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Medical Laboratory Assistants, and other staff grades according to departmental policy.
- Have a considerable degree of autonomy and be able to work unsupervised for significant periods.
Human Resource Management
- In conjunction with the line manager, produce a personal development plan, ensuring goals are linked to business objectives.
- Identify training requirements and attend mandatory and other training as required.
- Assist in the training of Biomedical Scientists and Clinical Support Workers.
- Tackle discrimination and harassment and promote equality and diversity in the workplace.
- Demonstrate commitment to IWL principles and flexible working patterns to meet the needs of the service and needs of staff.
- Take responsibility for the supervision, training, and coaching of more junior staff when required.
- Maintain an ongoing Professional Portfolio and update professional development plan, undertaking courses and CPD activities to satisfy HCPC CPD requirements.
- Reduce sickness absence, workplace accidents, and promote zero tolerance on violence against staff.
- Take responsibility for personal development and education and the development of a Personal Development Plan.
Quality Management and Clinical Governance
- Assist with the production, maintenance, and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures using the Q-Pulse Quality Management System.
- Perform risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and incident reporting (Datix).
- Perform audit as directed by Senior BMS.
- Promote lean working to ensure a safe, tidy, efficient workplace and advise on improvements in the own area, completing quality improvement notes if appropriate.
- Ensure accuracy of patient data recorded in the laboratory computer system.
- Undertake quality control procedures and examine results to identify poor performance, instigating appropriate action.
- Participate in laboratory departmental staff and quality meetings, providing information as requested by Scientific/Operational Leads.
- Comply with all statutory and departmental safety regulations to reduce workplace accidents.
- Be aware of and adhere to trust policies, including those related to discipline, grievance, attendance management, and health and safety.
- Maintain standards of laboratory policies and procedures to ensure that the department meets ISO 15189 standards.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory and legislative requirements, including patient confidentiality and the Data Protection Act.
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Scientific and Diagnostic
- Participate in allocated work rotas, carrying out laboratory techniques in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
- Perform maintenance procedures and advanced troubleshooting on highly complex equipment requiring high levels of concentration and record all procedures undertaken.
- Prioritize workflows so that timely and accurate results are produced to achieve a high standard of diagnostic work, contributing to optimal patient care.
- Monitor quality control to ensure accurate results, taking appropriate remedial action.
- Participate in the critical evaluation of new equipment/procedures and investigate poorly performing laboratory methods, reporting findings to the line manager.
- Perform good stock control, ensuring resources are used efficiently and order new stock in accordance with Trust Standing Financial Orders.
- In conjunction with senior BMS/Manager, notify equipment/general building/fitting failures to the estates & facilities department.
Training and Education
- Undertake a mentoring role for relevant staff, especially in the completion of registration and specialist portfolios.
- Deliver training in new equipment and methodologies.
- Deliver presentations to laboratory staff to fulfill CPD requirements.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge in the area of expertise and share this knowledge with other staff.
Departmental Specific
- Participate in the 24-hour shift rota, including overnight, weekend, extended working days, and Bank Holidays.
- Maintain an up-to-date knowledge base of methods in use within Haematology and Blood Transfusion and be aware of scientific and technological advances within Haematology and Blood Transfusion.
- Be responsible for the validation and release of normal and abnormal laboratory results for the clinical care of patients according to protocols agreed with the Clinical Head of Department.
- Recognize potential problems with sample and quality control results through result patterns and take appropriate corrective action.
- Be the named person for at least one area of the department (specific duties supported by an addendum to this job description).
- Ensure all records, evaluations, and data are recorded and maintained in compliance with standards set by MHRA and UKAS.
Financial
- Ensure efficient use of equipment and reagents to maintain an accurate, cost-effective service.
Control of Infection
- Be aware of and comply with all Trust infection prevention and control policies, including hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental, and food hygiene.
- Undertake annual training/updates in infection prevention and control.
Communication and Working Relationships
- Liaise with all members of the laboratory team and across the Pathology Directorate.
- Communicate patients’ results to service users, including acute trust and primary care trust staff.
- Maintain regular communication with the Departmental Manager and Senior Biomedical Scientists in relation to training and work-related matters.
- Participate in laboratory meetings to ensure effective dissemination of information and discussion of problems relating to the area of expertise.
- Provide training as required to laboratory staff in the area of expertise.
- Treat all colleagues and laboratory users with courtesy and respect at all times as stated in Trust Personal Responsibility Framework.
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The Most Challenging Part of the Job
- Maintain the agreed quality of personal performance within the discipline with specific reference to accuracy of specimen handling, analytical performance, data transcription, and throughput of work.
- Prioritize work to ensure timely, accurate results for all laboratory users.
Disclosure and Barring Check
This post is NOT deemed to require a Disclosure and Barring Check.
Further information on the Disclosure and Barring Service is available from https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Essential
- HCPC registration
- IBMS Specialist portfolio
- Desirable
- MSc Biomedical Science
- Leadership qualification
Experience
- Essential
- Minimum of 2 years' experience post-registration working in a Clinical Blood Transfusion and Haematology Laboratory.
- Out-of-Hours Shift experience.
- Experience of training staff.
- Desirable
- Lead role in a specialist area of blood Transfusion or Haematology.
Skills
- Essential
- Able to communicate and maintain good relations with all levels of staff.
- Willing to attend courses and conferences to keep up to date and disseminate knowledge.
- Desirable
- Negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Familiar with principles of LEAN.
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Calm when under pressure
- Positive attitude
- Focused on the best interests of patients
Employer Details
Employer Name
North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust
Address
UHNT
Hardwick Road
Stockton on Tees
TS19 8PE
United Kingdom
Employer's Website
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 here.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information, please see the NHS Careers website here.
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