Role Summary
This role entails delivering a refined analytical, advisory, and interpretive service to healthcare professionals specialising in Haematology and Blood Transfusion. The primary objective is to ensure the meticulous processing of pathological specimens, adhering rigorously to established standard operating procedures. This includes overseeing quality control, instrument maintenance, and troubleshooting to uphold stringent departmental standards.
Furthermore, the position involves autonomously participating in out-of-hours shifts and on-call services, playing a pivotal role in clinical operations. By actively engaging in various quality assurance activities, the incumbent contributes significantly to sustaining and enhancing overall departmental quality benchmarks.
About the Role
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an HCPC-registered professional to contribute their expertise to one of the UK's most dynamic pathology teams. With advanced technology and cutting-edge laboratories, we process around 94,000 blood tests every day, supporting high-quality diagnostics and pioneering research.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a forward-thinking and supportive team. Based in Exeter, you'll enjoy the benefits of a vibrant city surrounded by the stunning Devon countryside and Southwest coastline. Whether you're seeking a fixed-term or substantive position, you'll receive full training and join our 24/7 shift service.
If you're ready to make a difference in an award-winning and innovative environment, contact Aled Lewis (aled.lewis@nhs.net) or Adrian Cudmore (adrian.cudmore@nhs.net) for further details or to arrange an informal visit.
Working Pattern:
37.5 hours per week.
Interview Date:
To Be Confirmed
For further information please contact:
Aled Lewis, Deputy Laboratory Manager on aled.lewis@nhs.net or Adrian Cudmore, Laboratory Manager on adrian.cudmore@nhs.net
Inclusivity Statement
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
Additional Information
Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you are starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
These are just a few of the benefits available - if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
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