Specialist Biomedical Scientist- Haematology and Blood Transfusion (Night Worker)

Remuneration

Enjoy a competitive salary ranging from £37,339 to £44,962 per annum, based on your experience. But that’s just the beginning—our generous night shift sessional allowance means you could boost your earnings by an impressive 40-50% more than your base salary. Plus, we’re offering a £5,000 joining bonus and a £1,500 annual wellbeing allowance.

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our Night worker team in the Haematology department.

The role will include night shift working in Haematology and Blood Transfusion, following a period of induction during core hours. Some Core training days will be scheduled throughout the year to ensure competency is maintained. Night work attracts a generous sessional payment for each night shift worked, which is in addition to the standard hourly rate. This could increase earnings up to 50% of the stated salary.

This post is full time, however part time would be considered.

The department is equipped with Werfen ACL-TOPs, Beckman Coulter DXH and Ortho Vision. The main IT platform for both sites is Winpath Enterprise. Pathology First operates over three sites using a Hub and spoke model. Our Hub site offers a high throughput service for our non-urgent community work and specialist haematology and coagulation tests. Our two Essential Services Laboratories (ESL) at Southend and Basildon Hospitals provide urgent testing for inpatients and a full blood transfusion service.

The main responsibilities of the role are listed below.

• To be able to rotate through all areas of a Laboratory as required (dependent on qualifications, experience and training), to perform all designated duties in accordance with local working practices, to maintain high Professional standards and conform to Health and Safety regulations.
• To perform and interpret routine and specialist biomedical investigations autonomously to provide patients results within agreed quality standards of service delivery and turnaround times under the supervision of senior staff.
• Work independently, implement and propose changes to procedures for own work area.
• To continue with personal development through academic and/or practical experience.
• To provide professional leadership and training to Basic Grade, Trainee Biomedical Scientist, Associate Practitioners (equivalent grades) and Medical Laboratory Assistants.
• To provide professional leadership and training to Basic Grade, Trainee Biomedical Scientist, Associate Practitioners (equivalent grades) and Medical Laboratory Assistants.
• To maintain the standards of conduct required by the Health Professions Council to practice as a registered Biomedical Scientist.
• To provide technical advice to clinicians as to the appropriateness of tests and timescales.

Qualifications and experience required.

• HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist
• At least 2 years post registration experience in Haematology/BT specialism
• Specialist portfolio in Haematology and BT or equivalent
• Evidence of participation in CPD.
• Ability to work across different sites in a 24-7 work environment if/and when required.
• Experience in lone working in blood transfusion and haematology (including morphology)

About Us

SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.

We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.

We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.

We promote an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models and facilitate a two-way communication, engage with staff and stakeholders transparently and actively encourage feedback and suggestions.

Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.

SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.