Job summary
As a professionally diverse team the philosophy of the Haemostasis and Thrombosis service is to strive for excellence, with Quality and Service Improvement at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be accredited by UKAS to ISO 15189:2012 standards, and have just undergone a successful transition inspection to ISO 15189:2022 standards.
We are looking for experienced, enthusiastic and motivated applicants for this part time, fixed-term post for maternity cover ( hours per week)
In this post we can offer you a rewarding, flexible and supportive role, providing a wide scope of haemostasis and thrombosis diagnostic services, using up to date and innovative technology.
You will be joining our team of experienced and dedicated Biomedical Scientists, where you will have the opportunity to work closely with our medical team in the Kent Haemophilia and Thrombosis Comprehensive Care Centre, supporting the operational delivery, training of staff of all grades, informing method development, developing clinical guidelines and potentially taking part in clinical research activities.
We require the successful candidate to have a high level of analytical and technical skill, including statistical analysis. They should have considerable and up to date knowledge of current practices and advances in Haematology, with specific experience in Haemostasis and Thrombosis desirable.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be a conduit between the scientific and clinical sides of the service, undertaking laboratory and clinical duty sessions, providing clinical liaison as needed. The successful candidate will provide technical, managerial and leadership expertise. They will be a key contributor to quality management and improvement, the training of both Clinical Scientists and Biomedical Scientists, and the verification and implementation of new methodologies.
About us
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 695,000 vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'.
We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
If you are considering applying for any vacancy with East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Trust (EKHUFT) please ensure you understand that we are treating COVID-19 positive patients within our hospital.
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
1. HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
2. Completion of STP training or equivalent, or expected to complete, including achievement of HCPC registration, within 3 months of start date
Desirable
3. MSc, FRCPath part 1 or similar qualification in a relevant specialty
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
4. Demonstration of leadership, supervisory experience and effective communication
5. Implementation of new techniques in the laboratory
Desirable
6. Teaching to a wide range of audiences
Knowledge
Essential
7. Comprehensive and up to date knowledge of current practices and advances in Haematology
8. Experience of using quality management systems
9. Experience in method verification and validation, including statistical analysis
Desirable
10. Specific interest/ qualification in Haemostasis and Thrombosis
Personal/professional attributes
Essential
11. Highly developed interpersonal skills
12. Ability to work as part of a team and initiate change
13. Ability to navigate changing demands of an NHS service