Applications are invited from highly motivated, experienced and HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists to join the Haematology and Blood Transfusion team at Pathology at Wigan and Salford (PAWS) in the role of Band 5/6 biomedical scientist. This position is based at Salford Royal but there may be a requirement to work at our Wigan, Wrightington and Leigh (WWL) sites or any of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA) Haematology Laboratory sites. With this in mind a full driving license and access to a vehicle is required . The applicant will be expected to take part on the out of hour's Rota on their base site.

Band 5 applicants will hold an IBMS BSc in Biomedical Sciences and hold HCPC state registration.

Band 6 Applicants will be a HCPC registered BMS with a IBMS approved Degree plus the IBMS specialist portfolio, or can demonstrate equivalent qualifications and/ or experience. You will be able to demonstrate good knowledge and experience of Haematology and will have underpinning knowledge of UKAS and MHRA.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties:

• To participate in the scientific & technical activities of the department requiring specialist technical knowledge on a rotational basis.
• To participate in the training and supervision of trainees and support staff
• To be responsible for the standard and quality of results issued
• To perform bench work and advise staff on technical difficulties
• Assist with the organisation of staffing & activity on a section of the laboratory
• To participate in out of hours service as required
• To deputise for the Section Leaders and Section Managers in their absence.
• To participate in cross site working between Wigan, Wrightington and Salford as required.

The successful candidate will rotate across of all sections of the Haematology and Blood Transfusion laboratory and report to the laboratory section managers and the Haematology and Blood Transfusion Manager. You will also help ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation bodies as suitable to your role

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

In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• HCPC registered
• Previous Lab experience

Desirable

• Experience in NHS Haematology and Blood transfusion Lab
• Previous Haematology lab experience
• Previous Blood Transfusion Lab experience
• Specialist Portfolio or equivalent (Band 6)
• 2 years post registration experience (Band 6)

Desirable

Desirable

• Full UK Driving License
• access to vehicle

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salford Royal

Stott Lane

Salford

M6 8HD

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