Senior Grade Medical Scientist – Haematology

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 Senior Grade Medical Scientist – Haematology into our Hospital in Dublin, Ireland.
 
 Responsibilities  

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Haematology Laboratory, including routine and urgent sample processing, staff rostering, supervision, and resource management.
  

• Ensure laboratory services are delivered in accordance with ISO 15189, INAB, and Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation standards.
  

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of operational procedures and best-practice standards to optimise service efficiency and resource utilisation.
  

• Implement and maintain patient-centred quality management programmes, including performance monitoring, auditing, quality assurance, and client satisfaction.
  

• Coordinate multiple concurrent testing activities, prioritise workloads during busy periods, and ensure accurate and timely delivery of laboratory results.
  

• Support the introduction, repatriation, verification, validation, and optimisation of laboratory tests, equipment, technologies, and IT processes.
  

• Participate in staff training, professional development, supervision, and effective communication to promote a high-performing laboratory team.
  

• Investigate and report laboratory incidents, complaints, equipment issues, supply defects, and other non-conformances, taking appropriate corrective actions where required.
  

• Maintain compliance with health and safety legislation and hospital policies, while actively participating in internal and external quality control and assurance programmes.
  

• Support laboratory reporting, data analysis, budgetary activities, audits, research projects, and performance reviews, while demonstrating flexibility and undertaking other duties as required.
  
  

Requirements

• CORU registration as a Medical Scientist.
  

• An ACSLM-recognised MSc in a relevant Biomedical Science field.
  

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a medical laboratory, with experience in Morphology.
  

• Post-qualification experience in a medical laboratory environment is desirable.
  

• Ability to coordinate effectively with laboratory management and other hospital departments to ensure the delivery of a high-quality laboratory service.
  

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organisational, and teamwork skills, with a professional and dedicated approach.
  

• Ability to adapt effectively to changes and developments within the healthcare environment.
  

• Good knowledge and understanding of Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and modern laboratory practices and methodologies.
  

• Understanding of relevant legislation, health and safety requirements, quality standards, and laboratory accreditation criteria.
  

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, with an understanding of the role and interaction of the laboratory with other hospital departments.
  

Benefits

• Fully Funded Private Health Insurance
  

• Starting Bonus / Relocation 
  

• Generous Salaries
  

• Employer Pension Contributions
  

• Educational Support
  

• Excellent Career Opportunities
  

• Income Protection
  

• Subsidized Parking
  

• Maternity Leave