Biomedical ScientistBand 6 AfC Equivalent Main area Routine BiochemistryGrade Band 6 AfC EquivalentContract PermanentHours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Full shift system)Job ref J206-VIA3872-FSite Princess Royal University HospitalTown OrpingtonSalary Up to 47,965Closing 07/10/2022 23:59The place to work in pathology We are looking for top talent to join the UKs leading and fastest growing pathology companya scientific organisation with a clinical purpose. Working in partnership with our service partners, Guys and St. Thomas Hospitals, Kings College Hospital and Princess Royal University Hospital we aim to set the standard for the future of pathology.Job overview This week Viapath re-branded to Synnovis, signalling our desire to transform and improve local pathology services with benefits for patients, clinicians and our employees. If you havent yet applied for a role at Synnovis, please hurry, the closing date for this role is 07/10/22 and it would be great if you could join us on the next stage of our exciting transformation journey. We currently have opportunities available to work in the Biochemistry Department within our modern laboratory at the Princess Royal University Hospital, part of Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The Princess Royal University Hospital is easily accessible by road and is only a 10-15 min drive to Orpington or Bromley South train stations, with direct trains to London Bridge and London Victoria taking 15 min. We are seeking applications from experienced and enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists to join our friendly team of 15 BMS and MLA support staff, processing approximately 1.6 million tests per year. The successful candidate will hold an appropriate IBMS recognised degree and must hold the Specialist Portfolio in Biochemistry. Applications may be considered from Band 5 candidates who have a minimum of 2 years in a routine Biochemistry laboratory and who can evidence a minimum of 75% completion of the Specialist Portfolio.

Main duties of the job We are seeking applications from experienced and enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists to join our friendly team, processing approximately 1.6 million tests per year. The main analytical platform is the Roche Cobas 8000 system which was installed in 2020, including a Roche c513 module for HbA1C analysis and a p512 preanalytics module. The department has recently undergone a successful UKAS inspection and is now fully accredited. It is expected that the successful applicant will participate in the out of hours service, after completion of the appropriate training and competencies. We would particularly welcome candidates with an interest in training and/or quality, and there is the opportunity to participate in a range of CPD activities run across the Kings College Hospital sites including case studies and online teaching sessions. The Princess Royal University Hospital Biochemistry department is an IBMS-recognised training laboratory and includes a Consultant Chemical Pathologist and Clinical Scientists.

Working for our organisation You will have a suite of learning opportunities available through The Synnovis Way Development programme, the Scientific Learning and Development Fund and the Synnovis Academy through which you can receive funding / support for advanced qualifications.Through our Innovation Accelerator Fund, you can apply for finance to get that new innovative scientific project off the ground, and participate with the wider scientific community through symposiums, conferences and other peer group meetings.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities The Core Responsibilities of the role are summarised below; To work within the Blood Sciences Laboratory at the Princess Royal University Hospital site in the Biochemistry department as a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist.To work as part of a team of staff who; work together to provide a comprehensive, quality driven and appropriate diagnostic service to users through the performance and interpretation of manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations.The post holder will work as part of a team and rotate at regular intervals through all sections of the Biochemistry whilst maintaining an up to date knowledge of Biochemistry and current working practices within this discipline, including technical problem solving of analytical equipment.To participate in supervision of the work, performance monitoring and training of junior and support staff in areas in which the post holder has been assessed as competent.The post holder will maintain at all times the required high standards, quality and up to date knowledge of Biochemistry and current working practices, including technical problem solving.Synnovis is a pathology partnership between SYNLAB UK and Ireland, and the NHS, including sites, Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust and Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, to deliver and transform pathology services across South East London. The partnership provides services to 1.7 million people living in South East London, as well as to hundreds of thousands of patients from outside the region who use local healthcare services.The partnership provides diagnostics, testing and digital pathology for hospital trusts, GP services and other healthcare providers.Princess Royal University Hospital is a District General Hospital, which proudly provides quality care to patients within the boroughs of Bromley and Bexley as well as Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham.Orpington is located within South East London with a great range of shops, markets and a place where various sports can be enjoyed. It is a great place to live and work. Please apply to learn more.Person specification QualificationsEssential criteria Registration with Health & Care Professions Council IBMS accredited degree or equivalent Completed BMS specialist portfolio or completed logbook or other evidence of specialist knowledge and/or experience e.g. MSc Participation in CPDDesirable criteria IBMS Membership ExperienceEssential criteria Experience of working in a Chemical Pathology laboratory post HCPC registration Experience with automated systems Experience with Clinical Pathology Accreditation (UKAS) requirementsDesirable criteria Experience of delivering staff training Skills & KnowledgeEssential criteria Have excellent practical skills Demonstrable ability to work unsupervised, during Core hours and out-of-hours Has ability to use analytical judgement Able to prioritise and work to deadlines Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient IT skills Knowledge of Laboratory IT systems Able to follow and carry out written procedures Has the ability to act independently within professional guidelinesDesirable criteria Use of Windows based software, such as Microsoft Office, Q Pulse and Apex LIMS Supervisory skills Possesses the desire to pursue further education and training Applications are welcomed from applicants with a disability. We can make reasonable adjustments and offer support and advice in a variety of ways throughout the application process. All applicants are welcome to apply regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, race, nationality or ethnic origin, religion, or sexual orientation. Equality of opportunity is our policy. Our Bank workers enjoy competitive market rates and flexible contract assignments across all of our sites, dependent on your availability and location. For our Permanent workforce we offer a competitive benefits package. As well as offering competitive salaries, all employees are also entitled to:Contributory pension scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Performance related pay Annual incentive plan for allemployees Ground breaking developmentopportunitiesSafeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employees have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.Please apply for this post on-line. If you have problems with using the online process, or need any assistance, please email recruitment@synnovis.co.uk Your e-mail address is important to us. We communicate to all job applicants via the e-mail address which has been provided on the application form. Please ensure that you check your e-mail on a regular basis.Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion. Thank you for your interest in Synnovis.Employer certification / accreditation badgesApplicant requirementsYou must have appropriate UK professional registration.Documents to downloadJob Description & Person Specification (PDF, 126.6KB) Apply online nowFurther details / informal visits contactNameJohn RainerJob titleOperations ManagerEmail addressjohn.rainer@nhs.netAdditional informationJohn Rainer Operations Manager john.rainer@nhs.netIf you have problems applying, contact AddressSynnovis Open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pmTelephone01629 690824