Job summary These posts are NOT suitable for Trainee applicants. You will not be shortlisted if you are not HCPC registered. The Department of Blood Transfusion is seeking to recruit a full time B5 BMS to work as part of a team covering both of our transfusion laboratories at Leeds General Infirmary and St James. We will consider applications for part time posts at a minimum of 0.6wte ideally 0.8wte. As a Transfusion service we cover the transfusion requirements for four hospitals and two hospices. We oversee the transfusion of 41,500 units of blood, plasma, and platelets every year. We are a team of Support Workers, Biomedical Scientists, Hospital Transfusion Team, and Consultants working to deliver a Blood Transfusion service which is one of the most complex and busiest services in England. We have recently implemented the WinPath Enterprise LIMs and ICE requesting. We are in the process of refreshing our analysers (2x Erytra at both sites) which will include Grifols Blood Typing Manager software. We use the Haemonetics Blood Track software and for our QMS we use QPulse. We have several exciting developments over the next couple of years including an Acute Laboratory at LGI site with Biochemistry and Haematology, extending the use of Blood Track to include Tx Training Manager, Tx Bedside and Haemobanks. Main duties of the job Main duties of the job Carry out appropriate technical laboratory procedures and tasks that are consistent with the post levels of knowledge, skills and experience. These tasks may vary from day to day but examples would include: Carry out analysis Reporting results (appropriate to discipline) with appropriate escalation as required Maintaining appropriate records and documentation Plate reading and reporting Basic tissue & disease recognition Specialist reagent set up Dealing with unauthorised telephone results enquires Participate in the departments rosters as required Work flexibly and undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as agreed with line manager This job requires a high degree of dexterity and precision when manipulating small tools such as pipettes, handling very small volumes of clinical material or when preparing microscope slides for examination by others. In order to achieve the required turnaround times the work must be performed with both speed and accuracy. Technical validation and designated clinical authorisation of results as determined by specialist area Communication of complex, technical information to users of the service Use of LIMS to report, retrieve and manage technical information. Participate and ensure the operation and routine maintenance of equipment. The post holder will be expected to second line trouble shoot in response to operational issues. About us Support and inspire staff to provide efficient, effective, safe, quality care to patients Provide day to day supervision and co-ordination of staff. Responsible for professional/clinical supervision of qualified staff or students Deputise for the Specialist BMS Help to ensure the effective deployment of staff is mapped against the flow of work to provide safe and effective service delivery Promote the building of effective teams and collaboration between teams Ensure compliance with all statutory and legislative requirements including patient confidentiality and the Data Protection Act. Anticipate problems and take preventative or mitigating actions, or have contingency plans available Help manage the use of agency staff in the team Supports effective and efficient management of section, including optimisation of workflow. Supports waste reduction incentives for designated area Supports collaborative team working across all. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions. Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9298-PATH-399 Job locations Leeds General Infirmary Great George Street Leeds LS1 3EX Job description Job responsibilities These posts are NOT suitable for Trainee applicants. You will not be shortlisted if you are not HCPC registered. Job Title : Biomedical Scientist Reports to : Band: 5 Department: Pathology Location: Blood Bank AfC Job No : 3897b JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY As a State Registered Biomedical Scientist, the post holder will be a member of the departmental team and assist in the delivery of a quality driven, cost effective, patient focused service consistent with LTHT Pathology objectives. To provide that service in a manner commensurate with the profession The post holders main role is to carry out the examination of pathological samples using various technologies and to report or present the results as appropriate. Working in different sections of the department you will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute towards the provision of an accurate and timely service for patients. You will be expected to apply professional judgements and specialist skills to technically complex and sometimes difficult situations, and how to work, often under pressure, either independently or as part of the team. You will be required to communicate information, often related to patient management and care, to colleagues, healthcare staff and other organisations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Clinical/ Scientific/ Technical Carry out appropriate technical laboratory procedures and tasks that are consistent with the post levels of knowledge, skills and experience. These tasks may vary from day to day but examples would include: Carry out analysis Reporting results (appropriate to discipline) with appropriate escalation as required Maintaining appropriate records and documentation Plate reading and reporting Basic tissue & disease recognition Specialist reagent set up Dealing with unauthorised telephone results enquires Participate in the departments rosters as required Work flexibly and undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as agreed with line manager This job requires a high degree of dexterity and precision when manipulating small tools such as pipettes, handling very small volumes of clinical material or when preparing microscope slides for examination by others. In order to achieve the required turnaround times the work must be performed with both speed and accuracy. Technical validation and designated clinical authorisation of results as determined by specialist area Communication of complex, technical information to users of the service Use of LIMS to report, retrieve and manage technical information. Leadership/ Management Support and inspire staff to provide efficient, effective, safe, quality care to patients Provide day to day supervision and co-ordination of staff. Responsible for professional/clinical supervision of qualified staff or students Deputise for the Specialist BMS Help to ensure the effective deployment of staff is mapped against the flow of work to provide safe and effective service delivery Promote the building of effective teams and collaboration between teams Ensure compliance with all statutory and legislative requirements including patient confidentiality and the Data Protection Act. Anticipate problems and take preventative or mitigating actions, or have contingency plans available Help manage the use of agency staff in the team Supports effective and efficient management of section, including optimisation of workflow. Supports waste reduction incentives for designated area Supports collaborative team working across all sections Quality/ Training Support and participate in level 1 incident investigations. Assist with the production, maintenance and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures. Maintain standards of laboratory policies and procedures to ensure that the department meets National External Quality Assurance (EQA) and Accreditation standards. Undertake quality control procedures, examine quality control results to identify poor performance and instigate appropriate action. Support and participate with the production, maintenance and implementation of risk assessments. Participate in audits and clinical governance Assist the department with the continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. Keep up to date with and communicate service developments, advances and research. Participate in and contribute to own Personal Development Review. Ensure that safe working practices are followed in accordance with departmental Safety Policy. Be aware of and adhere to Trusts policies, including those relating to discipline, grievance, sickness, absence and health & safety To be a training lead ambassador Promote a learning and development culture to the improve staff skills, knowledge and competence Delivers training and competency assessment for staff within own area Assist in the supervision, training and teaching of staff and participate in the departments training plan To maintain registered status as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) Maintain a safe working environment Other: The post holder will be expected to gain competence in techniques to enable participation in the delivery of 24 hour Pathology service. This entails contracted participation in a 24/7 rota and / or the out of hour rota. The post holder will be required to work cross site locations (LGI & SJUH) if the service requires it. This is not an exhaustive list of roles and responsibilities, and these may be subject to change with professional and service developments THE LEEDS WAY VALUES Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centred, Collaborative, Fair, Accountable, Empowered. All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post: As a healthcare worker dealing with sensitive (patient related) information the importance and value of personal honesty and integrity as a commitment to patient service and confidentiality will be recognised. You will maintain registration with the Health Professions Council as a Biomedical Scientist and abide by the HCPC standards of proficiency, assuring the quality of your work for patients. In contributing to the quality of a technical clinical service you will understand the requirement to continuously develop appropriate skills and accumulate relevant knowledge whether by formal or in- house training. INFECTION CONTROL The jobholder must comply at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Infection Control policies, in particular by practising Universal Infection Control Precautions. Hand hygiene must be performed before and after contact with patients and their environment. HEALTH AND SAFETY / RISK MANAGEMENT All staff are responsible for working with their colleagues to maintain and improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service users. This includes complying at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Policies, including Health and Safety policies, in particular by following agreed security and safer working Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post: As a healthcare worker dealing with sensitive (patient related) information the importance and value of personal honesty and integrity as a commitment to patient service and confidentiality will be recognised. You will maintain registration with the Health Professions Council as a Biomedical Scientist and abide by the HCPC standards of proficiency, assuring the quality of your work for patients. In contributing to the quality of a technical clinical service you will understand the requirement to continuously develop appropriate skills and accumulate relevant knowledge whether by formal or in- house training WEST YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION OF ACUTE TRUSTS (WYAAT) Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across West Yorkshire and Harrogate working together to provide the best possible care for our patients. By bringing together the wide range of skills and expertise across West Yorkshire and Harrogate we are working differently, innovating and driving forward change to deliver the highest quality care. By working for Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust this is your opportunity to be a part of that change. WYAAT is the acute sector arm of the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership, one of the largest integrated care systems in the country. The Partnerships ambition is for everyone to have the best possible health and wellbeing, and the work of WYAAT, and each individual Trust, supports that ambition. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY The jobholder must comply with all policies and procedures, designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families. No person whether they are staff, patient or visitor should receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc TRAINING AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT The jobholder must take responsibility in agreement with his/her line manager for his/her own personal development by ensuring that Continuous Professional Development remains a priority. The jobholder will undertake all mandatory training required for the role. Job description Job responsibilities These posts are NOT suitable for Trainee applicants. You will not be shortlisted if you are not HCPC registered. Job Title : Biomedical Scientist Reports to : Band: 5 Department: Pathology Location: Blood Bank AfC Job No : 3897b JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY As a State Registered Biomedical Scientist, the post holder will be a member of the departmental team and assist in the delivery of a quality driven, cost effective, patient focused service consistent with LTHT Pathology objectives. To provide that service in a manner commensurate with the profession The post holders main role is to carry out the examination of pathological samples using various technologies and to report or present the results as appropriate. Working in different sections of the department you will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute towards the provision of an accurate and timely service for patients. You will be expected to apply professional judgements and specialist skills to technically complex and sometimes difficult situations, and how to work, often under pressure, either independently or as part of the team. You will be required to communicate information, often related to patient management and care, to colleagues, healthcare staff and other organisations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Clinical/ Scientific/ Technical Carry out appropriate technical laboratory procedures and tasks that are consistent with the post levels of knowledge, skills and experience. These tasks may vary from day to day but examples would include: Carry out analysis Reporting results (appropriate to discipline) with appropriate escalation as required Maintaining appropriate records and documentation Plate reading and reporting Basic tissue & disease recognition Specialist reagent set up Dealing with unauthorised telephone results enquires Participate in the departments rosters as required Work flexibly and undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as agreed with line manager This job requires a high degree of dexterity and precision when manipulating small tools such as pipettes, handling very small volumes of clinical material or when preparing microscope slides for examination by others. In order to achieve the required turnaround times the work must be performed with both speed and accuracy. Technical validation and designated clinical authorisation of results as determined by specialist area Communication of complex, technical information to users of the service Use of LIMS to report, retrieve and manage technical information. Leadership/ Management Support and inspire staff to provide efficient, effective, safe, quality care to patients Provide day to day supervision and co-ordination of staff. Responsible for professional/clinical supervision of qualified staff or students Deputise for the Specialist BMS Help to ensure the effective deployment of staff is mapped against the flow of work to provide safe and effective service delivery Promote the building of effective teams and collaboration between teams Ensure compliance with all statutory and legislative requirements including patient confidentiality and the Data Protection Act. Anticipate problems and take preventative or mitigating actions, or have contingency plans available Help manage the use of agency staff in the team Supports effective and efficient management of section, including optimisation of workflow. Supports waste reduction incentives for designated area Supports collaborative team working across all sections Quality/ Training Support and participate in level 1 incident investigations. Assist with the production, maintenance and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures. Maintain standards of laboratory policies and procedures to ensure that the department meets National External Quality Assurance (EQA) and Accreditation standards. Undertake quality control procedures, examine quality control results to identify poor performance and instigate appropriate action. Support and participate with the production, maintenance and implementation of risk assessments. Participate in audits and clinical governance Assist the department with the continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. Keep up to date with and communicate service developments, advances and research. Participate in and contribute to own Personal Development Review. Ensure that safe working practices are followed in accordance with departmental Safety Policy. Be aware of and adhere to Trusts policies, including those relating to discipline, grievance, sickness, absence and health & safety To be a training lead ambassador Promote a learning and development culture to the improve staff skills, knowledge and competence Delivers training and competency assessment for staff within own area Assist in the supervision, training and teaching of staff and participate in the departments training plan To maintain registered status as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) Maintain a safe working environment Other: The post holder will be expected to gain competence in techniques to enable participation in the delivery of 24 hour Pathology service. This entails contracted participation in a 24/7 rota and / or the out of hour rota. The post holder will be required to work cross site locations (LGI & SJUH) if the service requires it. This is not an exhaustive list of roles and responsibilities, and these may be subject to change with professional and service developments THE LEEDS WAY VALUES Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centred, Collaborative, Fair, Accountable, Empowered. All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post: As a healthcare worker dealing with sensitive (patient related) information the importance and value of personal honesty and integrity as a commitment to patient service and confidentiality will be recognised. You will maintain registration with the Health Professions Council as a Biomedical Scientist and abide by the HCPC standards of proficiency, assuring the quality of your work for patients. In contributing to the quality of a technical clinical service you will understand the requirement to continuously develop appropriate skills and accumulate relevant knowledge whether by formal or in- house training. INFECTION CONTROL The jobholder must comply at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Infection Control policies, in particular by practising Universal Infection Control Precautions. Hand hygiene must be performed before and after contact with patients and their environment. HEALTH AND SAFETY / RISK MANAGEMENT All staff are responsible for working with their colleagues to maintain and improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service users. This includes complying at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Policies, including Health and Safety policies, in particular by following agreed security and safer working Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post: As a healthcare worker dealing with sensitive (patient related) information the importance and value of personal honesty and integrity as a commitment to patient service and confidentiality will be recognised. You will maintain registration with the Health Professions Council as a Biomedical Scientist and abide by the HCPC standards of proficiency, assuring the quality of your work for patients. In contributing to the quality of a technical clinical service you will understand the requirement to continuously develop appropriate skills and accumulate relevant knowledge whether by formal or in- house training WEST YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION OF ACUTE TRUSTS (WYAAT) Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across West Yorkshire and Harrogate working together to provide the best possible care for our patients. By bringing together the wide range of skills and expertise across West Yorkshire and Harrogate we are working differently, innovating and driving forward change to deliver the highest quality care. By working for Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust this is your opportunity to be a part of that change. WYAAT is the acute sector arm of the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership, one of the largest integrated care systems in the country. The Partnerships ambition is for everyone to have the best possible health and wellbeing, and the work of WYAAT, and each individual Trust, supports that ambition. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY The jobholder must comply with all policies and procedures, designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families. No person whether they are staff, patient or visitor should receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc TRAINING AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT The jobholder must take responsibility in agreement with his/her line manager for his/her own personal development by ensuring that Continuous Professional Development remains a priority. The jobholder will undertake all mandatory training required for the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC Registration as a BMS IBMS approved degree CPD participation Desirable Already working towards a Specialist Portfolio. Service improvement experience Skills and Behaviours Essential Excellent communication skills, oral and written. Computer literacy. Independent Problem solving/ troubleshooting skills. Desirable Teaching and training skills Other Criteria Essential Good concentration and accurate working, manual dexterity, attention to details. Experience Essential Good working knowledge of pathology and disease processes. Post registration Laboratory experience in relevant discipline Competent in pathology LIMS / IT systems Desirable Knowledge of pathology disciplines other than in own area. Multidisciplinary experience .Proven ability to work unsupervised e.g. on-call or shift. Line management experience Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC Registration as a BMS IBMS approved degree CPD participation Desirable Already working towards a Specialist Portfolio. Service improvement experience Skills and Behaviours Essential Excellent communication skills, oral and written. Computer literacy. Independent Problem solving/ troubleshooting skills. Desirable Teaching and training skills Other Criteria Essential Good concentration and accurate working, manual dexterity, attention to details. Experience Essential Good working knowledge of pathology and disease processes. Post registration Laboratory experience in relevant discipline Competent in pathology LIMS / IT systems Desirable Knowledge of pathology disciplines other than in own area. Multidisciplinary experience .Proven ability to work unsupervised e.g. on-call or shift. Line management experience 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Leeds Teaching Hospitals Address Leeds General Infirmary Great George Street Leeds LS1 3EX Employer's website https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)