Biomedical Scientist – Haematology South

Job Description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

Specialist Biomedical Scientist working within the Haematology/Blood Transfusion Department at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Laboratories in Glasgow. The post is at AFC Band 6 and requires HCPC registration. The role involves contributing to a UKAS accredited service that complies with MHRA Blood Safety and Quality Regulations.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

Location: Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Laboratories, Glasgow (Haematology Department).

Hours: 36 hours per week.

Work pattern: Participation in a 7 day shift system, including evenings, weekends and overnight duties once fully trained.

Key responsibilities

• Working as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist within Haematology and Blood Transfusion.
• Participating in a shift rota to support 24/7 service needs.
• Maintaining compliance with UKAS accreditation standards and MHRA Blood Safety and Quality Regulations.
• Engaging in continuing professional development (CPD).
• Contributing to a high quality diagnostic service within the department.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Specialist-level training and competence in Haematology and/or Blood Transfusion.
• Previous experience in a Haematology/Blood Transfusion laboratory is highly desirable.
• Opportunities for further study and CPD are supported and encouraged.

What we offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer and welcomes applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.