An opportunity has arisen for a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist in the Haematology and Blood Transfusion Laboratories at Pathology at Wigan and Salford (PAWS), part of the Northern Care Alliance. Applications are invited from enthusiastic and motivated individuals with experience in Haematology and Blood Transfusion Science to join our team. Working across a range of sections, you will receive full support and development through training and gain experience in specialist areas.
The Central Service Laboratory at Salford Royal Hospital also serves the sites of Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. PAWS also has Laboratories at Royal Albert Edward Infirmary and Wrightington Hospital.
Main duties of the job
You will be working with state-of-the-art equipment including Siemens Advia 2120i FBC automation, IL TOP 550, and the department is currently going through an equipment refresh. You will be working with Sysmex XN 9000 FBC automation, CN service Coagulation automation, GeneXpert PCR, Bio-Rad Variant HPLC equipment, and Ortho Vision automated blood group serology. Blood transfusion practice includes Electronic Issue, and a patient blood management programme is in place to support anaemia management. The department is fully computerised with Telepath. 2024 will see the replacement of all Haematology automated equipment and a new LIMS installed.
The philosophy of the laboratory is to promote best practice and provide high-quality services. The department is approved by the HCPC for training to state registration and is UKAS accredited (ISO 15189). CPD and further study are encouraged and supported. Band 5 staff automatically progress to Band 6 on successful completion of the IBMS Specialist Diploma and 3 years post-registration experience.
About us
The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation, and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology, and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with IBMS accredited Honours Degree or equivalent.
Desirable
* The Specialist portfolio by the IBMS or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience.
Skill and Knowledge
Essential
* Ability to follow protocols accurately.
* Computer literacy.
* Awareness of confidentiality issues.
* Awareness of health and safety issues.
Desirable
* 3 years post-registration experience in the discipline.
Experience
Essential
* Post-registration experience in Haematology & /or Blood Transfusion.
* Holds a valid current registration.
* Work within an NHS laboratory before.
Desirable
* Blood Transfusion experience.
* Blood film morphology experience.
* 1-2 years NHS Laboratory experience.
Flexibility to work 24/7
Essential
* Mention in application flexibility to work 24/7.
Desirable
* Already working 24/7.
Employer details
Employer name
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Northern Care Alliance, Royal Albert Edward Infirmary
Wigan Lane
Wigan
WN1 2NN
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