Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced HCPC registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our team in the Clinical Biochemistry Department of our ISO15189:2012 accredited laboratory at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. We provide diagnostic and monitoring services to patients across a wide geographical area and support our acute services across both the Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole General Hospital within the Trust.
We are a supportive Trust interested in developing our employees, all relevant training will be provided and there are opportunities for continuing professional development for the successful applicant.
The One Dorset Pathology service will bring together Dorset County Hospital, Poole Hospital and The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals to deliver a single, efficient and high-quality pathology service. It will provide clinicians, patients and carers with a consistent and high standard of service across the area and maximise efficiency in the use of resources. The new service is a formal collaboration and is included in one of the 29 national pathology networks known as the 'South 6' network that includes: Hampshire Hospitals, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Salisbury and Southampton.
Main duties of the job
A new £25 million state of the art building is being built on the Wessex field site at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital and is scheduled to open in 2023. A new pathology computer system linking all the pathology laboratories in the county is now up and running and we have recently completed a major tender across the S6 Network to replace all of the analytical platforms.
Base Location: Poole Hospital but you will be required to work across site.
Interview Date: TBC
The successful applicant will:
- Be required to act in a scientific role in the analysis of blood, body fluids, tissues and cells using specialised laboratory equipment to determine the presence or absence of disease, enabling diagnosis and also to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.
- Responsible for delegated tasks, involved in the day-to-day organisation and delivery of a clinical pathology service that enables high standards of patient care.
- Required to act as a deputy to the section leader (band 7 BMS).
- Assist in the teaching and development of Band 5, trainee staff and support workers.
- Expected to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments in Biochemistry as part of their continuing professional development (CPD).
Participation in the out of hours rota is expected.
For full duties of the post, please see the job description.
For full requirements of the post, please see the person specification.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with the HCPC IBMS Specialist Portfolio (or working towards with completion <12 months) or equivalent post graduate knowledge e.g. competency based evidence of specialist techniques
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years' post registration experience working in a UKAS accredited UK-based Biochemistry laboratory
- Experience of working 24/7
Desirable
- Experience working in a Blood Sciences Department
- Experience of Roche analysers
- Ability to train more junior staff to work in accordance to SOPs
Technical Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Good interpretive skills at bench level
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Basic computer skills
- Knowledge of common IT software
- Handling of biological specimens
Desirable
- Familiarity with database and spreadsheet software
- Familiarity with Quality Management Software
- Familiarity with Winpath software
Knowledge
Essential
- A good understanding of Biochemistry
- Willing and able to learn new skills
- Currently participating in CPD
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Be able to travel to meetings off site
- Desire and ability to relocate to the area
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to prioritise
- Ability to work quickly and accurately to provide urgent patient-centred service
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility
- Good time management
- Physical capability to perform laboratory duties working alone on shifts
- Willingness to participate in a 24/7 shift system
Language Requirement
Essential
- Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with the HCPC IBMS Specialist Portfolio (or working towards with completion <12 months) or equivalent post graduate knowledge e.g. competency based evidence of specialist techniques
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years' post registration experience working in a UKAS accredited UK-based Biochemistry laboratory
- Experience of working 24/7
Desirable
- Experience working in a Blood Sciences Department
- Experience of Roche analysers
- Ability to train more junior staff to work in accordance to SOPs
Technical Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Good interpretive skills at bench level
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Basic computer skills
- Knowledge of common IT software
- Handling of biological specimens
Desirable
- Familiarity with database and spreadsheet software
- Familiarity with Quality Management Software
- Familiarity with Winpath software
Knowledge
Essential
- A good understanding of Biochemistry
- Willing and able to learn new skills
- Currently participating in CPD
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Be able to travel to meetings off site
- Desire and ability to relocate to the area
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to prioritise
- Ability to work quickly and accurately to provide urgent patient-centred service
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility
- Good time management
- Physical capability to perform laboratory duties working alone on shifts
- Willingness to participate in a 24/7 shift system
Language Requirement
Essential
- Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
