Description:

Medical Scientist, Staff Grade (Haematology/Blood Transfusion)

Cpl Healthcare in Partnership with the HSE is currently seeking a Medical Scientist, Staff Grade (Haematology/Blood Transfusion) to join the team at Sligo University Hospital.

A start date will be indicated at the job offer stage

Purpose of the Post:

• In co-operation with the Chief Medical Scientist, Consultant Head of Department, and other laboratory staff, perform routine Haematology, Coagulation, or Blood Transfusion testing on patient specimens to the highest professional standards.
• To participate as a Medical Scientist, Staff Grade in providing a high quality and efficient laboratory service to Consultants, Doctors, and their patients within the hospital and the community.

The Medical Scientist, Staff Grade will:

• Perform the appropriate duties of the office of Staff Grade Medical Scientist, in a consultant-led service under the guidance and management of the Consultant Head of Dept, his/her deputy, the Chief Medical Scientist or other designated senior staff, whilst retaining the responsibilities of this post.
• To participate in the analytical work of the section, with responsibility for equipment performance, maintenance, condition, quality control, and record keeping of all instruments and analysers within the section.
• Responsible for monitoring consumables and reagent stock supplies associated with the section
• Participate in laboratory meetings, particularly about assessment of performance, development of the service, and organisational changes. Contribute to effective communication within the department.
• To maintain and improve analytical quality in the department by participating in and facilitating of Quality Assurance and Audit, developing documentation including SOPs and facilities to ISO 15189 standards.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc

(a) Candidates for appointment must:

(i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU.

AND

(ii) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.

AND

(iii) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued.

Please email your interest & CV to Norah at Alliedhealth@cplhealthcare.com .

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