Biomedical Scientist Team Leader,Blood Sciences (SPS)

Short Description

Southwest Pathology Services (SPS) in Somerset has an exciting opportunity for a band 7 Team Manager who wants to lead the haematology section in our Hub laboratory. We are seeking for an individual who is dedicated to providing a high-quality patient centric service and is enthusiastic about mentoring and sharing their knowledge.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading and supervising the BMS haematology department as part of the highly effective Blood Sciences management team. You will be responsible for ensuring delivery of the 24/7 service and maintaining UKAS accreditation for the Haematology and Coagulation section and be responsible for line management, supervision and training of the excellent Biomedical Scientist team at SPS

SYNLAB UK & Ireland have established experience of working in partnership with the NHS to deliver and improve pathology services through its existing pathology joint ventures. SPS will commit to support you in developing your skills and knowledge in line with your professional growth and our business interests. Most importantly, through our shared values, you will help to make a positive difference to the lives, health and wellbeing of those within our community that we serve.

Please get in touch or come and visit the laboratory if you would like to learn more

Role outline:

• To manage, supervise and give professional leadership to a team of Biomedical Scientists and support staff in Haematology
• To work with all the Team Manager and Advanced Practitioner colleagues to provide professional leadership across Blood Sciences
• To ensure a high quality of analysis to provide patients with the highest level of diagnosis and treatment within agreed quality standards of service delivery and turnaround times
• To provide an expert level of theoretical & practical knowledge and training in the key specialism of Haematology/Coagulation
• To have full knowledge and ensure full compliance of all regulatory requirements and ISO 15189 standards as they apply to Haematology/Coagulation.
• Line management responsibility for a named group of Biomedical Scientists and Associate Practitioners.
• Attendance at monthly meetings with the Haematology Consultants and Advanced Practitioner

Qualifications

If you have the following qualifications and skills, then we’d love to hear from you:

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist, with post registration experience working in Haematology

• MSc in Haematology or Biomedical Sciences; or FIBMS by examination; or demonstrates equivalent experience
• IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma in Haematology or evidence of equivalent experience;
• Management Qualification to ILM level 3; or commitment to work towards; or evidence of equivalent experience

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 are 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.