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Job overview

A vacancy has arisen for a Biomedical Scientist to join our team in the Clinical Chemistry department at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, which forms part of the South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology Network.

We are looking for highly motivated, enthusiastic Biomedical Scientist with a flexible approach to work. 

Participation in the out of hours service is an essential requirement, once deemed competent in all relevant areas. The OOH service is provided over 24/7, 365 days.

Applicants must possess an IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Sciences, have relevant experience in an NHS Clinical Chemistry laboratory, and hold current registration with the HCPC (Band 5/Band 6 BMS). 

We will also consider applicants for a trainee Biomedical Scientist if suitable band 5/6 level applications are not received. 

Main duties of the job

• Ensure all tests are performed efficiently within the assigned time and in accordance with established protocols to the required standards.

• Assist in maintaining high scientific and technical standards.

• To deputise for Senior Staff as required in their absence for short periods of time.

• Participate in out of hours rotas covering the 24/7 routine Biochemistry service.

• To be accountable for own professional actions and work for long periods of time without direct supervision.

• Assist in monitoring quality standards, perform audit as directed in line with service needs.

• Monitor stock levels and initiate delivery using pre-arranged standing orders against predefined minimum stock levels as defined by laboratory management.

Please also note this vacancy is banded dependent upon applicants experience relevant to this post. The banding of the successful applicant/s will start at Band 5 unless applicants meet the necessary threshold of skills and experience required to start on Band 6.

Working for our organisation

The South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology Partnership are invested in training, developing, and supporting staff in all aspects including academic courses from certificates of achievement, registration, specialist and higher specialist IBMS portfolios, apprenticeships and leadership and management qualifications.

We pride ourselves in enabling opportunity across all our sites to develop staff and provide a strong and sustained service for the future.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• (Band 5 & 6) IBMS accredited BSC in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent

• (Band 5 & 6) Registered with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist

• (Band 6) IBMS Specialist Diploma in Clinical Chemistry or equivalent qualification / experience

• (Band 5) Completion of IBMS post graduate registration portfolio or equivalent

• (Band 5 & 6) Commitment to complete and maintain Mandatory Training and required Laboratory competencies

• (Band 5) Commitment to complete the relevant Specialist BMS IBMS portfolio

• (Band 6) Commitment to continuous professional development required to maintain HCPC registration

Desirable criteria

• (Band 5 & 6) Evidence of continued CPD including relevant courses with regards to H&S, leadership, quality or training

Experience

Essential criteria

• (Band 5 & 6) Experience with a range of laboratory techniques

• (Band 6) Experience with a wide range of laboratory techniques

• (Band 6) Discipline specific NHS experience in a UKAS accredited laboratory (Microbiology/Virology/Histopathology/ Bood sciences * laboratory)

• (Band 6) Ability to work with other colleagues to improve and develop working practices

• (Band 6) Multi – disciplinary awareness

• (Band 6) Experience working within a laboratory providing local, regional or national tertiary reference facilities

• (Band 6) Experience in the implementation of new methodologies and /or equipment

• (Band 6) Experience with the UKAS accreditation process

• (Band 6) Experience in demonstrating leadership qualities

• (Band 6) Detailed understanding of job content

Desirable criteria

• (Band 5) Discipline specific NHS laboratory experience

• (Band 5) Experience working within a laboratory providing local, regional, or national tertiary reference facilities (Band 6)

• (Band 5) Multi – disciplinary awareness

Skills and Knowledge

Essential criteria

• (Band 5 & 6) Keyboard and basic IT skills

• (Band 5 & 6) Have an awareness of Health & Safety issues

• (Band 5 & 6) Can communicate effectively with staff of all grades

• (Band 6) Evidence of effective time management skills and with a methodical approach

• (Band 6) Able to follow and work to SOP and Policy

• (Band 6) Ability to work individually and part of a team.

• (Band 6) Maintains composure in pressurised situations

• (Band 6) Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work

• (Band 6) Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time whilst performing scientific analysis

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria

• (Band 6) Understand and follow clear instructions.

• (Band 6) Participation in weekend and evening work and out of hours shifts as required. This includes participation in a 24/7 shift pattern