A vacancy has arisen for a Lead Biomedical Scientist in Haematology. The successful candidate will take daily responsibility for the provision of the haematology service supervising and leading a team of Biomedical Scientist and Medical Lab Assistants.

Main duties of the job

As an experienced BMS in haematology you will be required to ensure the effective and efficient deployment of resources within the department, including staff, reagents and consumables, and to monitor the daily work activity, participating in the technical work when required.

Ensuring the quality of the service is maintained including continued compliance with ISO15189 is essential. This will include being involved in maintenance of the Quality Management Service and supporting the staff with this. Delivering training of staff and supporting the training lead will be required.

Job share may be considered but this will have to be discussed inline with the needs of the service and the service KPIS.

About us

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable

Job description

Job responsibilities

If further information is required, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• HCPC State Registration
• FIBMS or MSc in Biomedical Sciences
• Demonstrable management training
• Demonstrable CPD
• At least 6 years (post registration) NHS laboratory experience in relevant disciplines
• Previous supervisory experience at BMS2 or equivalent level

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of HR processes
• Experience in financial planning for laboratory service provision

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

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