Job Title: Principal Biomedical Scientist- Blood Transfusion

Location: Essex

Salary: 50,952 - 57,349 Per Annum

Job Type: Permanent, Full time

The Role:

An amazing opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and passionate individual to join our organisation as a Principal Biomedical Scientist, leading the blood transfusion service at our Basildon and Southend University Hospital sites.

The role requires a high level of hospital transfusion specialist knowledge, experience of ISO15189 accreditation and BSQR compliance. Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and highly developed organisational skills are essential, and a readiness to improve processes and manage changes.

With your exceptional leadership skills, you will inspire your team to deliver accurate and timely results and a patient centred clinical service, to meet the highest standards of excellence in healthcare. Join us and be a part of something truly exciting in the world of biomedical science.

The main responsibilities of the role:

• Providing leadership and expertise, and setting policy, in the science, technology, and operation of the transfusion sections of the two laboratories
• Management of staff including recruitment, provision of training, management of employee performance, absence management, and management of rostering
• Accountability for the clinical safety of the transfusion service, and operation of the quality management system, including compliance with the Blood Safety and Quality Regulations 2005 (as amended) and BS EN ISO 15189:2012
• Liaison with the client, Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, and their partners, through participation in formal meetings, especially the Hospital Transfusion Committee, and consistently achieving contractual performance targets.
• Oversight and management of information assets, especially the transfusion module of the Clinisys WinPath system and its interconnected systems
• The procurement and management of supplies and equipment for transfusion
• The health and safety of employees and others
• Emergency and contingency planning, including arranging exercises.

Qualifications and experience required:

• HCPC Registration as a biomedical scientist, with evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• MSc in Biomedical Science or FIBMS or demonstrates equivalent experience.
• Management qualification to ILM level 3 or relevant experience.
• High-level working knowledge of biomedical scientific techniques and practices at postgraduate level.
• Expert interpretive and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of national guidelines and protocols relating to blood sciences disciplines.
• High degree of accuracy and numeracy.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Good knowledge of computer applications and LIMS including MS Office and statistical applications.
• To provide professional leadership to biomedical scientist team managers, biomedical scientist specialists, trainees and support staff.
• Knowledge and experience of continuity planning and hospital major incident procedures.

At SYNLAB, we believe in nurturing a culture of well-being and ensuring our employees are supported both professionally and personally. That's why we're thrilled to offer an exhilarating rewards package, including our incredible Wellbeing Allowance worth up to 1500 per annum for our esteemed team members working in Band 2 - 6 roles. Additionally, for band 5 & 6 roles, where night shift is part of the role requirements, you will receive enhanced night shift payment.

About Us:

SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.

We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.

We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.

Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.

SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.

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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Biomedical Scientist, Biomedical Technician, Biochemist, HCPC Registered Specialist, Biomedical Laboratory Specialist, Microbiologist, BMS, Haematology and Haematology Biomedical Scientist may also be considered for this role.