Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology

Applications are invited for a HCPC Registered Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Haematology. The work site will predominantly be based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital (Brighton). Work and support for the Princess Royal (Haywards Heath) site will be as and when required. Our current instrumentation includes: Sysmex, BD Biosciences, BioRad, Stago, Ortho Vision and StarrSed. We also provide haemoglobinopathy screening and immunophenotyping services., + Quality activities to maintain UKAS accreditation status
+ Training and supervising of BMS and MLA staff and maintaining staff competency logs
+ Managing staffing in the section
+ Ensuring analysers are maintained correctly and undertaking any troubleshooting that is required; dealing with engineer visits for maintenance and repairs.
+ Organising the section around planned and unplanned analytical down time
+ Stock control and ordering of reagents and materials
Please read the attached job description and person specification for further details., + Training and supervising of BMS and MLA staff and maintaining staff competency logs
+ Managing staffing in the section
+ Ensuring analysers are maintained correctly and undertaking any troubleshooting that is required; dealing with engineer visits for maintenance and repairs.
+ Organising the section around planned and unplanned analytical down time
+ Stock control and ordering of reagents and materials
Please read the attached job description and person specification for further details.
Important information for applicants
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

You must have a Specialist IBMS Portfolio (or its predecessor, the CPSM/HPC logbook and oral examination). You must also have an MSc or equivalent qualification in the appropriate speciality and at least 4 years' continuous post Specialist Portfolio registration (or CPSM/HPC logbook) experience within a diagnostic NHS Haematology laboratory.
You would be expected to have experience in delivering training, analyser troubleshooting and Quality management systems. You must have good knowledge of blood film morphology and technical knowledge of Haematology analytical instruments, be confident in leading a team and have good communication skills. Experience in Haemoglobinopathy screening is advantageous. Evidence of competencies and knowledge will be required and will be assessed at interview.
The successful candidate is required to participate in the 24/7 shift working pattern after satisfying required competencies (including Coagulation and Blood Transfusion).

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex