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We are supporting a leading private hospital group in the appointment of a Pathology Hub Manager to oversee three sites across Devon. This opportunity is suited to a clinical laboratory leader or Senior BMS with strong experience in operational delivery, quality management, and team leadership within a regulated pathology environment. Our pathology hub spans three hospital sites across Exeter (primary site), Taunton, and Plymouth. The role will require travel between sites approximately once a month, or as operationally required. Reporting into the Pathology Director, you will lead service performance while ensuring quality, compliance, workforce effectiveness, and operational resilience remain central to service delivery. Our in-house services include Biochemistry, Haematology, and Blood Transfusion. Microbiology is managed within a separate hub, and Histology is outsourced to the local trust but remains coordinated through our laboratory service. The position requires close collaboration with clinical teams, consultants, and hospital SLT to support continuous improvement and maintain high standards across all service areas.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and support multidisciplinary pathology teams across several locations
Oversee workforce planning, staffing, training, and performance management activities
Ensure laboratory services operate in line with all relevant accreditation and regulatory standards
Monitor service performance, identifying opportunities for operational improvement and increased efficiency
Support the delivery of quality assurance and governance frameworks across the department
Manage departmental budgets and contribute to financial planning and reporting processes
Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers
Drive service development projects and contribute to wider organisational objectives
Requirements:
HCPC registration Biomedical Scientist
Strong background within pathology services, with leadership / management desired
Demonstrable experience managing teams within a laboratory or diagnostic setting
Happy to consider a Senior or Lead BMS looking to step up
Knowledge of UKAS accreditation standards and pathology governance frameworks
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong organisational and analytical abilities with experience managing service performance and department budgets