Job Description

As an integral part of the SYB Pathology leadership team, in conjunction with the Coagulation STH lab manager the post holder will be responsible for the operational management of the Haemophilia assays Royal Hallamshire Hospital (RHH) Laboratory Service with direct responsiblity for the daily operational and scientific delivery of the local Haemophilia assays RHH service, the management of all Haemophilia assays RHH estate, assets, equipment, and reagents with responsibility for all analytical and technical issues within the haemophilia section of the coagulation department.The post holder will be required to deputise for the Coagulation Lab manager in leading the local Haemophilia assays RHH service and will be required to represent and promote the department in national and international committees and conferences.The Haemophilia section Scientific Lead will provide expert knowledge and local haemophilia service, acting as the most senior subject matter specialist in the local laboratory site.Main duties of the jobResponsible to the Coagulation Laboratory Manager for the effective day-to-day management of the local haemophilia Laboratory Service in the South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology Partnership.The Haemophilia section Scientific Lead will provide expert knowledge and understanding of the local haemophilia service, acting as the most senior subject matter specialist in the local laboratory site.Responsible to the Coagulation Laboratory Manager for the effective day-to-day management of the local hemophilia Laboratory Service in the South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology Partnership.As Haemophilia Scientific Lead and where required, alongside the Coagulation lab manager and Hemophilia centre director, ensuring regular assessment of the hemophilia assay lab procedures and techniques with departmental teams. Safely managing change in accordance with new guidelines, supplier influences or user demand.Working alongside equivalent Scientific leads, coagulation Laboratory Manager, Blood Sciences Discipline Leads, clinical lead and Blood Sciences Deputy Clinical Director to develop and deliver the SYBP strategy.Managing all activities of the analytical service to deliver an efficient, timely, clinically governable, accountable, quality service that is continually striving to achieve best practice. To plan, co-ordinate and supervise the work of the haemophilia lab service on a day-to-day basis.About usSYB Pathology is a partnership between the five Acute Trusts within the ICS footprint, hosted by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals. By coming together as a single service SYB Pathology will ensure all patients and clinicians across the ICS footprint receive equitable access to high quality, innovative pathology services, providing the best clinical outcomes. The partnership will ensure SYBP improves health outcomes, drives research and innovation, delivers efficiencies and ensures a sustainable workforce, providing job satisfaction and career progression opportunities for all staff.The Coagulation lab in RHH forms a major part of the Coagulation Department within the Laboratory Medicine directorate, with a reputation both nationally and internationally for it's quality service, repertoire of tests performed and experience both laboratory-based and clinical. It provides diagnostic and support services to inpatients, outpatients and General Practitioner patients in Sheffield and surrounding areas, and specialist services to national users. The department is fully UKAS accredited to ISO 15189 standards. The RHH Coagulation laboratory operates a 24/7 coagulation service including specialist coagulation testing for sites within and outwith SYBP. The haemophilia assays section performs commissioned studies and value assignments for a number of commercial partners in the Pharmaceutical and Diagnostics fields.Date posted28 April 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalaryxc2xa353,755 to xc2xa360,504 a year per annum pro rata for part time staffContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number190-0252-DIRJob locationsRoyal Hallamshire HospitalGlossop RoadSheffieldS10 2JFJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease view the attached and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease view the attached and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Relevant BSc Degree
• FIBMS (Blood Science) or MSc (in Blood Science discipline or equivalent) or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma (Blood Science) or Post Graduate Diploma or Demonstrable Experience in coagulation
• Registration with HCPC as Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist.
• Leadership / Management qualification or post graduate diploma, or equivalent experience in coagulation.

• Experience of managing at a senior level in coagulation - Blood Sciences department
• Proven knowledge and experience of a range of highly specialised analytical laboratory techniques in coagulation.
• Experience in routine Human Resource issues including, engagement, communication, leadership and management.
• Experience of laboratory IT systems and a thorough understanding of departmental systems management.
• Experience of managing risk within a coagulation service.
• Experience of quality management systems and processes.
• Experience of service and policy development.

• Experience of budget management.
• Experience of leading of service improvements in coagulation
• Experience of developing and delivery of business plans and business development cases.
• Experience of the clinical governance agenda including clinical risk and safety.
• Experience of workforce planning and recruitment and retention strategies.

• Relevant scientific knowledge appropriate to Coagulation.
• Knowledge of the relevant standards, legislation, national and local policies and accreditation requirements relating to all aspects of coagulation service.
• Able to communicate complex, sensitive, contentious or emotive information to individuals or groups in a clear and concise manner.
• Analytical and judgemental skills in evaluating complex ranges of coagulation issues including but not limited to Quality, Service Development, Organisational and Staffing Issues.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to deal with a number of conflicting priorities in a calm and professional manner working to demanding timescales
• Ability to anticipate problems, appraise risks and make effective decisions.
• Knowledge of health and safety and procedures for dealing with hazards and emergency situations (COSHH legislation, fire regulations, infectious, chemical and radioactive materials, data protection, risk assessment).
• Strong coagulation analytical skills, literacy, IT and numeracy skills with the ability to produce and deliver a range of documents or presentations for a wide variety of audiences.

• Have personal commitment, enthusiasm and professional drive to lead and innovate.
• Behave in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures designed to ensure governance and probity.
• Demonstrate commitment to the NHS and Trust values, and have a patient focussed approach to service delivery.
• Strong but inclusive leadership style, promoting diversity and inclusion amongst the team.
• Committed to working across all SYB Pathology sites as required.

• Relevant BSc Degree
• FIBMS (Blood Science) or MSc (in Blood Science discipline or equivalent) or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma (Blood Science) or Post Graduate Diploma or Demonstrable Experience in coagulation
• Registration with HCPC as Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist.
• Leadership / Management qualification or post graduate diploma, or equivalent experience in coagulation.

• Experience of managing at a senior level in coagulation - Blood Sciences department
• Proven knowledge and experience of a range of highly specialised analytical laboratory techniques in coagulation.
• Experience in routine Human Resource issues including, engagement, communication, leadership and management.
• Experience of laboratory IT systems and a thorough understanding of departmental systems management.
• Experience of managing risk within a coagulation service.
• Experience of quality management systems and processes.
• Experience of service and policy development.

• Experience of budget management.
• Experience of leading of service improvements in coagulation
• Experience of developing and delivery of business plans and business development cases.
• Experience of the clinical governance agenda including clinical risk and safety.
• Experience of workforce planning and recruitment and retention strategies.

• Relevant scientific knowledge appropriate to Coagulation.
• Knowledge of the relevant standards, legislation, national and local policies and accreditation requirements relating to all aspects of coagulation service.
• Able to communicate complex, sensitive, contentious or emotive information to individuals or groups in a clear and concise manner.
• Analytical and judgemental skills in evaluating complex ranges of coagulation issues including but not limited to Quality, Service Development, Organisational and Staffing Issues.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to deal with a number of conflicting priorities in a calm and professional manner working to demanding timescales
• Ability to anticipate problems, appraise risks and make effective decisions.
• Knowledge of health and safety and procedures for dealing with hazards and emergency situations (COSHH legislation, fire regulations, infectious, chemical and radioactive materials, data protection, risk assessment).
• Strong coagulation analytical skills, literacy, IT and numeracy skills with the ability to produce and deliver a range of documents or presentations for a wide variety of audiences.

• Have personal commitment, enthusiasm and professional drive to lead and innovate.
• Behave in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures designed to ensure governance and probity.
• Demonstrate commitment to the NHS and Trust values, and have a patient focussed approach to service delivery.
• Strong but inclusive leadership style, promoting diversity and inclusion amongst the team.
• Committed to working across all SYB Pathology sites as required.

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