NHS
Job title:
Haematology and Blood Transfusion Manager
Company
NHS
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen in Haematology (including Anticoagulant Management and Phlebotomy) and Blood Transfusion for an enthusiastic, forward thinking senior manager to lead the North Midlands and Cheshire Pathology Service (NMCPS) Haematology and Blood Transfusion Service. Based at the Royal Stoke site with a requirement to travel to all NMCPS sites you will be supported by the Consultant Heads of Specialty and Laboratory Leads.We are looking for an experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with a master’s degree (or equivalent) and proven technical experience as well as a management and leadership qualification to continue to develop and lead our Haematology and Blood Transfusion Service.NMCPS Haematology processes c1.6 million requests per annum. NMCPS Blood Transfusion processes more than 130,00 requests per annum.Our vision is to deliver an innovative, high performing and high-quality Pathology service which will be responsive to the needs and requirements of its users.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will be responsible for delivering high-quality, cost-effective clinical and laboratory services in line with departmental objectives. They will have extensive knowledge of Haematology and Transfusion procedures and experience in staff supervision and management. Working laboratory leads they will lead operations across the NMCPS network, prioritise tasks, and manage a challenging workload.You will be supported by a strong and experienced pathology management team to continue developing Haematology, Anticoagulant Management, Phlebotomy and Blood Transfusion services. You must also have experience of compliance with standards as required within work duties such as United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) ISO 15189 Standards, MHRA and other relevant professional and legislative bodies.About usThe North Midlands and Cheshire Pathology service (NMCPS) is responsible for Pathology services across North Staffordshire and South Cheshire. It operates laboratories at the Royal Stoke, County, Leighton and Macclesfield hospital sites.University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. We serve around three million people and we’re highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites in Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford. Our 11,000 strong workforce provide emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford.We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We have put together a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfill their potential. Our goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work and research.Investing in the health and well being of our staff is really important to us. We offer a range of options for our staff to help maintain a good work-life balance including full time, part time hours and bank hours. We are also committed to offering flexible working wherever we can and where relevant to the role and the service, agile working. You can select your preferences upon application.Date posted26 February 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8bSalaryDepending on experience paContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number205-7020354Job locationsRoyal Stoke University HospitalNewcastle RoadStoke on TrentST4 6QGJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring ManagerPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential
- BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science or equivalent (grand-parented)
- MSc or equivalent qualification to FIBMS Standard
- HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
- Recognised Management Qualification / Training or extensive management experience
- Proof of on-going CPD
Desirable
- Project managment qualification
- Teaching qualification
ExperienceEssential
- Experience as Haematology or Blood Transfusion Laboratory Lead
- Experience in a senior Biomedical Scientist position
- Experience of operational management
- Experience of laboratory information systems
- Extensive experience of highly specialised complex laboratory techniques
- Proven information resource skills including spread sheets and databases. Manipulation and processing of data for departmental statistics
- Experience in financial control and preparation of budgets including successful identification of efficiency savings
- Experience in service development and business planning
- Evidence of change management
Desirable
- Experience in a professional role such as UKAS Assessor, IBMS Examiner, participation in development of EQA schemes, teaching Biomedical Science
Skills and KnowledgeEssential
- Managerially competent in a range of operational areas including Technical, Quality, Health and Safety, Human Resources and Finance
- Comprehensive understanding of the professional training/education agenda
- Experience of active participation in UKAS quality assessments & accreditation visits
- Experience of using a range of IT applications, including Microsoft Office and Pathology computer systems
- Up-to-date knowledge of UKAS Standards and their application within the area of expertise
- Effective listening, motivational, negotiation and delegation skills
- Ability to analyse complex issues/problems and determine corrective action
- Planning of short, medium and long-term goals
- Management of complex programs and projects through to completion
- Ability to convert strategic plans into working models and policies and procedures into action
Personal QualitiesEssential
- Ability to manage and prioritise a complex workload under pressure in line with agreed deadlines and schedules
- Self-motivated and pro-active with a positive attitude
- Ability to work independently
- Ability and desire to operate in a cross-disciplinary team
- Able to offer a supportive approach to others in achieving objectives
- Adaptable to change within the job role
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
- BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science or equivalent (grand-parented)
- MSc or equivalent qualification to FIBMS Standard
- HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
- Recognised Management Qualification / Training or extensive management experience
- Proof of on-going CPD
Desirable
- Project managment qualification
- Teaching qualification
ExperienceEssential
- Experience as Haematology or Blood Transfusion Laboratory Lead
- Experience in a senior Biomedical Scientist position
- Experience of operational management
- Experience of laboratory information systems
- Extensive experience of highly specialised complex laboratory techniques
- Proven information resource skills including spread sheets and databases. Manipulation and processing of data for departmental statistics
- Experience in financial control and preparation of budgets including successful identification of efficiency savings
- Experience in service development and business planning
- Evidence of change management
Desirable
- Experience in a professional role such as UKAS Assessor, IBMS Examiner, participation in development of EQA schemes, teaching Biomedical Science
Skills and KnowledgeEssential
- Managerially competent in a range of operational areas including Technical, Quality, Health and Safety, Human Resources and Finance
- Comprehensive understanding of the professional training/education agenda
- Experience of active participation in UKAS quality assessments & accreditation visits
- Experience of using a range of IT applications, including Microsoft Office and Pathology computer systems
- Up-to-date knowledge of UKAS Standards and their application within the area of expertise
- Effective listening, motivational, negotiation and delegation skills
- Ability to analyse complex issues/problems and determine corrective action
- Planning of short, medium and long-term goals
- Management of complex programs and projects through to completion
- Ability to convert strategic plans into working models and policies and procedures into action
Personal QualitiesEssential
- Ability to manage and prioritise a complex workload under pressure in line with agreed deadlines and schedules
- Self-motivated and pro-active with a positive attitude
- Ability to work independently
- Ability and desire to operate in a cross-disciplinary team
- Able to offer a supportive approach to others in achieving objectives
- Adaptable to change within the job role
Expected salary
Location
Stoke-on-Trent
Job date
Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:19:27 GMT
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