Job summaryBlood Science Team LeaderDepartment: Blood Sciences - Haematology/Blood TransfusionBand 7 £43,742 - £50,056 Per annumHours: 37.5 hours per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible workingAn opportunity has arisen within this busy Pathology service to join the Blood Science (Haematology and Blood transfusion) team. You will be part of a dedicated team of healthcare professionals who deliver a high quality service that is responsive to patient requirements. Awareness of the requirements for compliance with the ISO15189 standards is a key requirement for this role. We look to continually improve our services for our patients and are therefore looking for staff with the right attitude who will work with us to achieve this.We are looking for a competent and versatile person with an absolute attention to detail. The successful candidate must hold an IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Science, further postgraduate qualifications and ideally have previous experience as a section lead in haematology.For further information contact Alison McEvoy, Haematology Operational Manager (alison.mcevoy@mkuh.nhs.uk) on 01908 995780Interviews date: 8th July 2024Main duties of the jobPathology and Blood Sciences have had major investment in equipment and refurbishment with the implementation of a Sysmex XN9000 track (2016), a Bio-Rad Variant II for Haemoglobinopathy screening (2019) and Ortho vision analysers in Blood Transfusion (2017). In 2021 Haematology introduced two ACL TOP 550 analysers for coagulation sample processing and two Cube 30 Touch analysers for ESR. The department also has a GeneXpert for FV Leiden/Prothrombin gene mutation detection.The successful candidate would be expected to provide day to day management of the haematology laboratory, ensuring that staff, equipment and materials are supported to deliver a high quality service.The Haematology laboratory at MKUH provides results for FBC, ESR, Glandular fever, G6PD screening, malaria screens and morphology. In terms of coagulation testing, we perform routine clotting tests on the ACL TOP 550 in addition to factor assays (VIII, IX, XI, XII, II, V, VII and X), Lupus screening, thrombophilia, FV Leiden Prothrombin Gene, anti Xa and DOAC screening. Haemoglobinopathy screening is performed on the Bio Rad Variant II and we are considered a high risk area for Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia.About usOur staff are the happiest NHS staff; MKUH staff scored highest for 'I look forward to coming to work' (NHS Staff Survey 2023).You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:Free on-site parkingFree tea and coffeeGreat flexible workingopportunitiesDiscounted gym membershipLease car schemeGenerous annual leave and pension schemeOn site nursery (chargeable)Extensive staff health and well-being programmeMilton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe Band 7 role would be to support the highly skilled team of biomedical scientist and associate practitioners in their roles, adhering to the UKAS ISO 15189 standard. This year we will be assessed against the 2022 standard. The successful candidate will be expected to have a good knowledge of the requirements for accreditation. The laboratory is also an IBMS training laboratory.We have committed leadership who engage our staff, listen to innovative ideas, and involve our people in the challenges and improvements that our organisation faces. Continuing professional and personal development is encouraged and supported. We provide a comprehensive 24/7 service which the successful candidate will support through flexible rostering.Please refer to the Job Description for further details.MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.Person SpecificationQualifications and knowledgeEssentialHCPC registered Biomedical ScientistBSc Biomedical Science or equivalent in a relevant fieldMSc or equivalent Postgraduate qualification in relevant Biomedical Science fieldExtensive knowledge ISO 15189:2012Evidence of CPDDesirableQuality Management qualificationManagement qualificationExperienceEssentialPost HCPC registration experience as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) within Haematology/Blood TransfusionParticipation in 24/7 laboratory serviceIncident/adverse investigationDesirableExternal assessment by UKASExperience of organizational changeExperience as a lead in quality auditsExperience as a section lead within HaematologySkillsEssentialUse of QMS tools i.e. QPULSEQMS auditor skillsOrganisational skills - able to manage conflicting priorities and organise workload of others.Analytical - able analyse complex laboratory data and provide appropriate advice to service usersReport production - accurate & timelyUse of Microsoft Office & spreadsheetsPersonal and people developmentEssentialProven leadership/managementDirect staff effectivelyMotivational skillsMotivational skillsCommitment to service improvementCommunicationEssentialAbility to communicate with different staff grades & professions internally & externallySpecific requirementsEssentialAble to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptationsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameMilton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressHaematology (Dept)Milton KeynesMK6 5LDEmployer's websitehttps://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)