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Hywel Dda University Health Board
Blood Sciences Section Manager - Haematology
Carmarthen On-site 5-10 yrs exp Hospitals and Health Care 2,471 employees
HaematologyCoagulationLaboratory ManagementQuality AssuranceQuality Control
Requirements
Candidates must be HCPC registered Specialist Biomedical Scientists with an MSc or IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology. Proven experience in complex laboratory techniques and QA/QC procedures is required.
Job Description
Job Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and suitably qualified HCPC registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist, experienced in Haematology, to apply for a Blood Science Section Manager post in the Blood Sciences Department at Glangwili General Hospital, Carmarthen.
The post holder will be educated to an appropriate MSc level or have equivalent experience with an IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology, be up to date with developments in the discipline and able to demonstrate relevant CPD in accordance with HCPC. The post holder will have post registration clinical and technical experience at Specialist Biomedical Scientist level,and In-depth knowledge of complex instrumentation / laboratory techniques and QA/QC procedures.
The newly refurbished and modernised Blood Science Laboratory provides acute and routine primary and secondary care services in Haematology and Coagulation, a busy Blood Transfusion department and Biochemistry, alongside a Special Proteins department, and a wide ranging POCT service.
Effective organisational and communication skills are essential, and you will be expected to work within and manage a team efficiently.
We are a registered training laboratory and promote and embrace a philosophy of learning and development.
Main duties of the job
The successful post holder will section manage and take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Haematology sections of the Blood Sciences Laboratory.
They will be responsible for providing expert advice to users of the service, evaluating new methodologies, developing, growing and optimizing the service in conjunction with Health Board Service Manager and Consultant Clinical Scientist staff.
The Haematology Section is currently equipped with the Siemens Advia 2120i Haematology analysers, Cellavision Digital Morphology System, and Werfen TOPS Coagulation analysers, together with supporting Haematology systems.
The post holder will be responsible for the development of the service and ensuring that it is robust and responsive to the needs of our users.
They will provide professional, technical and managerial leadership to all staff in Haematology and will be responsible for training, assessing and ensuring competence, monitoring work practice, in accordance with agreed standards as set by United Kingdom Accreditation Services (UKAS) Limited.
The successful candidate will also be jointly responsible for the management of staff absence and annual leave.
The department operates a contractual shift pattern supporting Round the Clock Services, and out of hours working on the Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Transfusion rota will be part of your role.
Working for our organisation
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR APPLICANTS: Applications for our roles are carefully reviewed and shortlisted based on specific criteria, which varies from job to job. Using a generic application to apply for multiple roles or relying on automated AI application services, such as Lazy Apply or AI Apply, may not provide the necessary information, leading to your application being overlooked. To ensure your application is given full consideration, we recommend submitting a tailored application that directly addresses the criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the advert.
By submitting your application to NHS Jobs/Trac, you are giving your consent for elements of your application data to be transferred to the NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) and other secure, internal NHS Workforce systems in order to support and manage your recruitment and employment within your employing organisation; to be used by Recruitment for purposes of checking your Professional Registration online (where applicable).
These processes are in line with Fair and Lawful processing in line with current Data Protection Legislation especially those in relation to your personal or sensitive personal data (sensitive personal data is defined as any declared physical or mental health conditions, racial or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, trade union membership, political opinion, religious beliefs). As an organisation, we ensure that the legislation defining confidentiality is observed such as use of data for specific, defined purposes, and use of data that is relevant and not excessive whilst practicing data accuracy and security of all held personal identifiable information (PII)
If you are successfully appointed, by completing the application form you authorise the UHB to obtain any previous NHS service details including all electronically held sickness information, via the Inter Authority Transfer process on the national Electronic Staff Record (ESR).
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and suitably qualified HCPC registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist, experienced in Haematology, to apply for a Blood Science Section Manager post in the Blood Sciences Department at Glangwili General Hospital, Carmarthen.
The post holder will be educated to an appropriate MSc level or have equivalent experience with an IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology, be up to date with developments in the discipline and able to demonstrate relevant CPD in accordance with HCPC. The post holder will have post registration clinical and technical experience at Specialist Biomedical Scientist level,and In-depth knowledge of complex instrumentation / laboratory techniques and QA/QC procedures.
The newly refurbished and modernised Blood Science Laboratory provides acute and routine primary and secondary care services in Haematology and Coagulation, a busy Blood Transfusion department and Biochemistry, alongside a Special Proteins department, and a wide ranging POCT service.
Effective organisational and communication skills are essential, and you will be expected to work within and manage a team efficiently.
We are a registered training laboratory and promote and embrace a philosophy of learning and development.
Main duties of the job
The successful post holder will section manage and take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Haematology sections of the Blood Sciences Laboratory.
They will be responsible for providing expert advice to users of the service, evaluating new methodologies, developing, growing and optimizing the service in conjunction with Health Board Service Manager and Consultant Clinical Scientist staff.
The Haematology Section is currently equipped with the Siemens Advia 2120i Haematology analysers, Cellavision Digital Morphology System, and Werfen TOPS Coagulation analysers, together with supporting Haematology systems.
The post holder will be responsible for the development of the service and ensuring that it is robust and responsive to the needs of our users.
They will provide professional, technical and managerial leadership to all staff in Haematology and will be responsible for training, assessing and ensuring competence, monitoring work practice, in accordance with agreed standards as set by United Kingdom Accreditation Services (UKAS) Limited.
The successful candidate will also be jointly responsible for the management of staff absence and annual leave.
The department operates a contractual shift pattern supporting Round the Clock Services, and out of hours working on the Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Transfusion rota will be part of your role.
Working for our organisation
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR APPLICANTS: Applications for our roles are carefully reviewed and shortlisted based on specific criteria, which varies from job to job. Using a generic application to apply for multiple roles or relying on automated AI application services, such as Lazy Apply or AI Apply, may not provide the necessary information, leading to your application being overlooked. To ensure your application is given full consideration, we recommend submitting a tailored application that directly addresses the criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the advert.
By submitting your application to NHS Jobs/Trac, you are giving your consent for elements of your application data to be transferred to the NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) and other secure, internal NHS Workforce systems in order to support and manage your recruitment and employment within your employing organisation; to be used by Recruitment for purposes of checking your Professional Registration online (where applicable).
These processes are in line with Fair and Lawful processing in line with current Data Protection Legislation especially those in relation to your personal or sensitive personal data (sensitive personal data is defined as any declared physical or mental health conditions, racial or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, trade union membership, political opinion, religious beliefs). As an organisation, we ensure that the legislation defining confidentiality is observed such as use of data for specific, defined purposes, and use of data that is relevant and not excessive whilst practicing data accuracy and security of all held personal identifiable information (PII)
If you are successfully appointed, by completing the application form you authorise the UHB to obtain any previous NHS service details including all electronically held sickness information, via the Inter Authority Transfer process on the national Electronic Staff Record (ESR).
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Education
Postgraduate DegreeProfessional Certificate
Skills
HaematologyCoagulationLaboratory ManagementQuality AssuranceQuality ControlStaff TrainingClinical LeadershipUKAS StandardsInstrumentation ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam Management
About Hywel Dda University Health Board
Mae Bwrdd Iechyd Prifysgol Hywel Dda yn darparu gwasanaethau gofal iechyd GIG i bobl sy’n byw yn Sir Gâr, Sir Benfro a Cheredigion, a siroedd sy’n ffinio. Mae gennym dros 13,000 o staff a gyda’n gilydd rydym yn darparu gwasanaethau cynradd, cymuned, yn yr ysbyty, iechyd meddwl ac anghenion dysgu. Gweithiwn mewn partneriaeth gyda’r tri awdurdod lleol, yn ogystal â chydweithwyr cyhoeddus, preifat a trydydd sector, a hefyd ein tîm o wirfoddolwyr gwerthfawr. Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services. We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers. Thinking of joining us? Contact us with recruiting queries on RecruitmentCampaigns.hdd@wales.nhs.uk
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