Blood Transfusion Manager

3 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom North West London Pathology Full time

Job summary

Are you an experienced Biomedical Scientist who is expert in the field of Blood Transfusion science? Do you have what it takes to lead on delivering a first class training and development program for staff working in our NWLP Transfusion services? If you can answer yes we might have the perfect opportunity for you.

Unlock both your potential, and that of our Blood Sciences team with this pivotal and innovative role. We're on the hunt for an ambitious and very knowledgeable BMS. This is a tremendous opportunity for Band 8a aspirants, or those seeking enriching and rewarding experiences delivering effective Transfusion services.

We're looking for a candidate who is passionate about making a significant impact within Blood Transfusion. You'll bring HCPC registration, substantial post-registration experience and a blend of excellent technical and interpersonal skills. Your ability to develop and deliver learning opportunities, as well as working independently or collaboratively will make you perfect for our team.

You'll be instrumental in developing, managing and delivering high quality training programmes for all staff working within Transfusion. We want to grow our impressive team of scientists, capable of delivering the very highest standard of care. You will drive hunger for learning, improvement and excellence across all our Transfusion staff.

Come join NWLP where we pride ourselves on our inclusive, supportive culture that values the growth and well-being of all our staff.

Main duties of the job

The Blood Transfusion Training Manager will be responsible for providing support to Laboratory Blood Transfusion managers across all of NWLP's sites as designated. This includes responsibility with other senior colleagues for the training and selection of junior, basic grade and senior Biomedical Scientists within the Blood Sciences Departments. The training of junior medical personnel, the teaching of visitors attached to the laboratory and ensuring that the safety code is observed by all staff and visitors. Participation in NEQAS schemes will be the responsibility of the post holder, along with introduction and monitoring of new techniques. The monitoring of the progress of junior staff within the laboratory is an important aspect of the job; this involves both in-house training and also some supervision of work set by colleagues. The post holder will be expected to attend meetings and courses where appropriate, and will be encouraged to take an active part in outside events associated with Blood Transfusion.

About us

Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

NWLP Induction

The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.

For 2024, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.

Monday 3 June 2024 Monday 1 July 2024 Monday 5 August 2024 Monday 2 Sept 2024 Monday 7 October 2024 Monday 4 November 2024 Monday 2 December 2024

Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

HCPC Registration, MSc or FIBMS Evidence of management training or proven and relevant experience at a supervisory level.

Desirable

Recognised management qualification

Skills

Essential

Technical competence and ability to supervise staff in any section of the laboratory Knowledge of current management theory and practice. Knowledge of current trends in Pathology provision Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software.

Desirable

Ability to carry out development projects. Leadership skills Ability to develop personal IT skills as required Ability to carry out staff appraisals.

Experience

Essential

Experience of training Biomedical Scientists Extended high level of knowledge of all aspects of specialist area Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

Experience in using and managing a LIMS. Experience of project supervision

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