Job overview
We are looking to recruit a Band 7 Senior Biomedical Scientist Haematology and Training Lead.
The successful applicant will be required to perform a range of advanced healthcare science clinical activities and provides highly specialised advice within own Department. You will lead a team of Healthcare Scientists and Healthcare Science Support Workers for your own work area and provide training.
This post also holds additional responsibility as a Training Lead for the Department. Travel between either sites as required with a primary base of Medway Maritime Hospital.
In partnership with Beckman Coulter UK (BCUK) our newly designed and refurbished pathology laboratory houses a range of equipment including: Beckman Coulter DxH 900 Analysers and SMS2, IL(Werfen) TOP 700 and TOP 550 coagulation analysers and Bio-Rad Variant II for Haemoglobinopathy screening
Interested in joining our friendly team? For more information or an informal visit please contact Rachel Nicholas (01322 428490).
This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.
Main duties of the job
Managerial responsibility for Biomedical Scientists.
Responsible to the Head of Haematology and Blood Transfusion for the delivery of Training within Haematology including management of registration portfolios, specialist portfolios and support for higher specialist and Masters. In addition to supporting apprenticeships, work experience, Certificates of Expert Practice and other qualifications.
Managing the routine work and staff rota's of the Haematology laboratory in conjunction with the other Haematology and Blood Transfusion seniors.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities:
The post holder will oversee the following:
The provision of a high quality Haematology service to all users within the Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust, Medway NHS Foundation Trust and PCT.
Ensuring a continuous 24/7 Haematology service at both the Darent Valley and Medway Maritime Hospitals
There may be a requirement to work across both NKPS sites and for out of hours shift work should the need arise.
Ensuring that all members of staff and visitors follow departmental policies and procedures.
The development of the service, including participation in the Kent and Medway Pathology Network programmes.
Providing advice to users of the service as required within sphere of knowledge.
Provide appropriate and relevant advice on Haematology matters when required.
Discuss significantly abnormal results with the Consultant Haematologist and other clinicians.
Maintain good housekeeping ad analyser troubleshooting.
Maintaining adequate stocks and ensuring efficient use of reagents and consumables.
Preparing Standard Operating Procedures to meet UKAS Accreditation requirements, and to meet BSH guidelines; reviewing these on a regular basis to maintain standards.
Please see attached job description for further information.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of laboratory bench work
- Experience of out of hours working
- Experience of team/people management.
- Experience of preparation of Standard Operating Procedures
Desirable
- Experience in staff appraisal/PDR
- Experience in HPLC and/or specialist coagulation
- Previous training Lead role
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Strong interpersonal skills Strong leadership skills
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
- Diplomatic.
- Enthusiasm and a desire to develop knowledge and skills
- Well organised and able to produce results within set deadlines
- Problem solving skills.
- Ability to manage change. A ‘can do’ attitude.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Extensive of theory and analytical techniques in haematology
- Knowledge of current trends in haematology and the requirements of ISO 15189
- Knowledge of current trends in Haematology
- Knowledge of current BSH guidelines
Desirable
- Knowledge of the development of Pathology Networks
- Knowledge and previous management of the requirements of specialist portfolios, certificates of achievements and related training documentation.
Education and Training
Essential
- FIBMS or MSc in Haematology or equivalent experience.
- State Registered with the Health Professions Council.
- Extensive post registration experience
- Evidence of CPD and post graduate training in specialised areas
Desirable
- Fellow of the IBMS
- Willingness to undertake leadership training.
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This advert is for Senior Biomedical Scientist Haematology and Training Lead with Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust in Dartford, South East, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Health science services role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 per annum. The contract type is Permanent: Cross site working will be required. The application deadline is 20 Jul 2026.
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