Applications are invited for the permanent position of Medical Scientist – Blood Bank at St. Vincent's University Hospital. A panel may be formed to fill upcoming permanent and temporary vacancies.
Purpose of the post:
The post holder will work as part of a team in cooperation with the Consultant Head of Department, Chief Medical Scientist, and Laboratory Manager to ensure the Laboratory service operates to the highest standards and maintains best practices.
St. Vincent’s University Hospital performs a wide range of tests, both routine and specialized, for the hospital and local region. Opportunities exist in each department for exposure to specialized areas.
The department is involved in the education of undergraduate and postgraduate Biomedical Science students. Staff are encouraged to pursue further education, including MSc courses. Continuous Professional Development (CPD) is supported through seminars, meetings, MDTs, and conferences. A Journal Club meets every Friday from September to June.
Blood Transfusion Department:
* Includes the transfusion laboratory, Haemovigilance team, and Stem cell processing facility.
* Provides routine and specialized testing within SVUH and to hospitals in the SVHG group, including Group & screen, Antibody investigations, Serological crossmatch, Electronic issue, Direct Coombs test, elutions, & absorptions.
* Focuses on Patient Blood Management, collaborating with medical and nursing staff across the hospital.
* Works closely with the Emergency Department and has a Pre-hospital blood program.
Stem Cell Laboratory:
Responsible for processing, storage, and re-infusion of Autologous peripheral blood stem cells for SVHG patients. It has recently achieved international Jacie Accreditation.
Contact for inquiries:
Mr. Donal Murphy, Laboratory Manager – d.murphy@svuh.ie
Ms. Denise Neary, Chief Medical Scientist – dneary@svhg.ie
Please download the detailed Job Description, as it will not be available online after the vacancy closes.
Applications should be submitted through the Web Recruitment System.
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