Medical Scientist - Blood Transfusion

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.

We are hiring a Medical Scientist – Blood Transfusion into our Hospital in Dublin, Ireland.

This is a permanent, full-time position

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, maintaining, and enforcing laboratory procedures to ensure efficient operation of testing processes and equipment.
  

• Support the implementation of operational procedures aligned with best practice standards to optimise laboratory resources.
  

• Contribute to the development and implementation of a patient-centred quality management programme, including performance measurement and service audits.
  

• Perform scientific laboratory work in accordance with INAB and JCI accreditation standards under the guidance of the Chief Medical Scientist and Laboratory Manager.
  

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards, including INAB accreditation requirements and EU Directives on Blood and Blood Products where applicable.
  

• Effectively prioritise and organise workload, particularly during busy periods, and manage multiple testing processes simultaneously.
  

• Participate in departmental on-call rotas and collaborate with staff in implementing new technologies and laboratory practices in line with hospital policies.
  

• Assist in laboratory stock management, record incidents or equipment issues, and report findings to laboratory management when necessary.
  

• Support training and professional development within the laboratory team while maintaining clear, professional communication with colleagues and hospital clients.
  

• Follow health and safety regulations, contribute to quality assurance programmes, support laboratory information systems, and participate in performance reviews while remaining flexible to meet service needs.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Science or an equivalent recognised qualification.
  

• CORU registration (or eligibility for registration) is required.
  

• Minimum 1 year of in-service training across all laboratory disciplines.
  

• Experience in Blood Transfusion is essential.
  

• Post-qualification laboratory experience is desirable.
  

• Previous participation in on-call rotas is desirable.
  

• Ability to work collaboratively with laboratory management and hospital departments to ensure efficient laboratory services.
  

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a professional and dedicated approach to work.
  

• Good understanding of modern laboratory services, accreditation standards, quality control, and relevant healthcare legislation.
  

• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), health and safety regulations, and IT systems used in laboratory operations is desirable.
  

Benefits

• Fully Funded Private Health Insurance
  

• Starting Bonus / Relocation 
  

• Generous Salaries
  

• Employer Pension Contributions
  

• Educational Support
  

• Excellent Career Opportunities
  

• Income Protection