Band 8c - Specialist Healthcare Scientist, Blood Sciences

The post holder reports to the Consultant Chemical Pathologist (Head of Department) and is accountable through the Head if Department and Clinical Director of Pathology. Key relationships include Pathology senior leadership, HSL colleagues, other Pathology disciplines, medical and nursing teams, GPs, patients and accrediting bodies. Responsibilities include providing a comprehensive Chemical Pathology service; maintaining clinical and scientific standards; leading quality management, UKAS accreditation and governance; providing specialist clinical advice; supporting Point of Care Testing; leading service development and improvement; contributing to workforce planning, recruitment, training and appraisal; supporting research, audit and innovation; and assisting with budget planning, procurement and business cases. The post holder will work across Trust sites, including Croxley Green Park Laboratory, as required, and will contribute to 24-hour clinical advisory cover.