Job Description
Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist Haematology & Blood Transfusion Training Officer
An exciting opportunity has come up within the East and South East London (ESEL) Pathology Network, for an enthusiastic Training Lead who shares our vision of a high-quality transfusion service and invite applications from suitably qualified and experienced Band 7 Biomedical Scientists, or a Band 6 already with experience of fulfilling a Training Lead role and is keen to move their career in that direction.
We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate with extensive knowledge and experience of working within a Pathology laboratory. Previous experience of blood sciences training, familiarity with the requirements of ISO1518+ and working within the regulatory requirements of Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is essential.
The post-holder will be required, with support from other training lead, to efficiently manage the training and competency assessment of new and current Biomedical Scientists, Associate Practitioners and MLA staff in Blood Sciences, be responsible for the documentation and management of electronic training records. Be responsible for the implementation of training programs for all grades of staff in including Specialist registrars, STP and HSST students and apprentices.
Provide continued professional development opportunities for both registered and non-registered technical staff, audit and assess the compliance of staff in line with regulatory body expectations, as well as maintain the training status of the Blood Transfusion and Haematology laboratory, in line with the IBMS standards. The successful candidate will be provided post related training, and support.
The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.
The Pathology Partnership is based on well-established models for pathology networks, with the Royal London Hospital becoming the main hub laboratory for the network and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at all other Hospital sites.
Pathology is made up of the following services - Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry; Infectious Diseases including Microbiology and Virology; Cellular Pathology including Histopathology, non-gynae Cytology and mortuary services; Immunology; Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology; Immunophenotyping; Clinical Transplantation and Retinoblastoma.
The 2020/21 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £126m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 822 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.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Patricia Talsea Richards Job title: Blood Transfusion Scientific Lead Email address: patricia.richards5@nhs.net
An exciting opportunity has come up within the East and South East London (ESEL) Pathology Network, for an enthusiastic Training Lead who shares our vision of a high-quality transfusion service and invite applications from suitably qualified and experienced Band 7 Biomedical Scientists, or a Band 6 already with experience of fulfilling a Training Lead role and is keen to move their career in that direction.
We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate with extensive knowledge and experience of working within a Pathology laboratory. Previous experience of blood sciences training, familiarity with the requirements of ISO1518+ and working within the regulatory requirements of Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is essential.
The post-holder will be required, with support from other training lead, to efficiently manage the training and competency assessment of new and current Biomedical Scientists, Associate Practitioners and MLA staff in Blood Sciences, be responsible for the documentation and management of electronic training records. Be responsible for the implementation of training programs for all grades of staff in including Specialist registrars, STP and HSST students and apprentices.
Provide continued professional development opportunities for both registered and non-registered technical staff, audit and assess the compliance of staff in line with regulatory body expectations, as well as maintain the training status of the Blood Transfusion and Haematology laboratory, in line with the IBMS standards. The successful candidate will be provided post related training, and support.
The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.
The Pathology Partnership is based on well-established models for pathology networks, with the Royal London Hospital becoming the main hub laboratory for the network and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at all other Hospital sites.
Pathology is made up of the following services - Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry; Infectious Diseases including Microbiology and Virology; Cellular Pathology including Histopathology, non-gynae Cytology and mortuary services; Immunology; Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology; Immunophenotyping; Clinical Transplantation and Retinoblastoma.
The 2020/21 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £126m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 822 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.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Patricia Talsea Richards Job title: Blood Transfusion Scientific Lead Email address: patricia.richards5@nhs.net
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist Haematology BT Training Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in City of London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
