Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in Haematology & Blood Transfusion within the NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership (ESEL). We are a new organisation, jointly owned by Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. Set up as an arms-length organisation, hosted by Barts Health NHS Trust, we have our own board and governance framework, with each of the three trusts having an equal voice and vote in the running of the Pathology Partnership. One of the largest pathology providers in the NHS, the Pathology Partnership brings together the strengths of teams from each of the three trusts into a single organisation, dedicated to the provision of high quality and cost-effective pathology services. Blood Transfusion spans an integrated network of 7 hospital laboratories, centred at The Royal London Hospital (RLH); a busy major trauma centre which hosts the London Air Ambulance, and connected to essential service laboratories which support local clinical specialities at our partnered hospital sites. Including St. Bartholomew Hospital, Whipps Cross Hospital, Newham Hospital, Homerton Hospital, Lewisham Hospital and Queens Elizabeth Hospital.

Main duties of the job
We are seeking a driven, proactive and dynamic team member to join our team as a Band 7 Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist working predominantly over night shifts. This role will promote the continuous improvement in service delivery and quality within all areas of Haematology and Transfusion based primarily at Royal London Hospital hub site whilst also working in collaboration with all sites across the Pathology Partnership. The successful candidate is expected to work initially at Royal London Hospital site but as the ESEL Pathology Partnership evolves, the primary location of work may be subject to change reflecting service demand. We are looking for a strong team player with a positive attitude to working in a flexible manner, committed to supporting the clinical services of the Trust and meeting the needs of our patients by participating in an Agenda for Change shift system. The successful candidate MUST be registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist AND have a MSc in Biomedical Science or IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship). This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking and innovative organisation to deliver a high quality service for one of the largest networked laboratories within the NHS.

About us
Between 2021 and 2024 the Partnership undertook a complex transformation programme to establish a single network of laboratories, underpinned by a single Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and single Quality Management System (QMS). The Partnership has a main hub laboratory at the Royal London Hospital and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at the six other hospital sites served by the Partnership. The Partnership has three operational divisions:

• Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry
• Microbiology and Virology
• Cellular Pathology and Cancer Diagnostics

The 2024/25 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £121m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 860 WTE. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within the Pathology Partnership and Barts Health at this band.

Job responsibilities
If you require further information or would like to arrange an informal visit please contact:
Mrs Minal Dave Haematology and Coagulation Operational Lead
Mrs Julia Lancut Blood Transfusion Operational Lead
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Please note: - All staff identified as AT-RISK who meet the requirements of the post will be prioritised accordingly. Priority will initially be given to Barts Health employees. This does not apply to Comprehensive Local Research Network (CLRN) roles. As an Equal Opportunities Employer we actively support applications from individuals who apply under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme and will process your application as appropriate. To demonstrate our commitment we use the disability symbols on NHS Jobs. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications has been received and we regret that we are unable to provide notification if your application is unsuccessful. All new appointments (excluding all Medical & Dental doctors) are subject to 6 months probation period. In submitting an application form, you authorise Barts Health to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record Inter Authority Transfer process should you be appointed to the post. All vacancies followed by INTERNAL ONLY, have been classified as an internal role and only internal candidates will be considered. If you are successful at the shortlisting stage we will contact you via NHS Jobs e-Mail and text message with details of your interview. Please continue to check your e-Mails and also your NHS Jobs account for correspondence. Barts Health is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and to child protection. The Trust aims to ensure as far as is possible that anyone, paid or unpaid, who seeks to work in our organisation and who gains access to children, is safe to do so.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• MSc. Biomedical Science/ relevant discipline/ IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship) Holder of the IBMS Specialist Portfolio or CPSM log book Registration with the Health Care Professions Council
• Evidence of continuous professional development.

Desirable

• Management/ Quality training
• Other higher specialist qualification in relevant discipline

Experience
Essential

• At least 5 years post HCPC registration in diagnostic Haematology & Blood Transfusion

Desirable

• Experience of effectively managing staff Experience of teaching staff

Knowledge
Essential

• Advanced scientific knowledge for relevant discipline
• Detailed understanding of UKAS, Quality Management Systems
• Good understanding of Health & Safety Legislation
• Good understanding of Governance Requirements.
• Detailed knowledge of MHRA legislation

Desirable

• Advanced QPulse user BBTS Specialist Certificate in Transfusion science practice

Skills
Essential

• Competent in quality management techniques.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and able to communicate effectively with staff Ability to analyse, interpret and present data/results/concepts

Desirable

• Basic computer literacy & good keyboard skills
• Polite, helpful and confident manner.

Other
Essential

• Reliable, responsible person.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptations
• Respects confidentiality
• Hold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies.
• The post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Adaptable and flexible

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.
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).
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Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).