Job summary
A vacancy has arisen for a Biomedical Scientist to join our team in the Clinical Chemistry department at the Northern General 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 Clinical Chemistry, and hold current registration with the HCPC (Band 5/Band 6 BMS). Ideally, candidates will have completed the IBMS specialist portfolio (Band 6 BMS) or be ready for assessment.
We will also consider applicants without a specialist portfolio or extensive experience if no suitable band 6 level applications are received. In these circumstances, we would appoint to AFC band 5 or a trainee Biomedical Scientist if not HCPC registered.
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.
About us
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in an accredited Biomedical Science degree (or equivalent qualification)
- Registered with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist
- Must hold the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Clinical Chemistry or equivalent qualification / experience (Band 6)
Desirable
- Other relevant courses with regards to H&S, leadership, quality, or training
Experience
Essential
- Experience with a range of laboratory techniques
- Experience with a wide range of laboratory techniques (Band 6)
- Discipline specific NHS experience in a UKAS accredited Clinical Chemistry laboratory (Band 6)
Desirable
- Discipline specific NHS laboratory experience
- 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)
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Keyboard and basic IT skills
- Have an awareness of Health & Safety issues
- Can communicate effectively with staff of all grades
Desirable
- Experience of using Roche Clinical Chemistry equipment
Values and Behaviours (PROUD)
Essential
- Understanding of how laboratory services are part of the patient pathway and impact on patient care
- Developed interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels
- Understand the need to accept responsibility for own actions and ensure accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to work within defined timescales
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in an accredited Biomedical Science degree (or equivalent qualification)
- Registered with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist
- Must hold the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Clinical Chemistry or equivalent qualification / experience (Band 6)
Desirable
- Other relevant courses with regards to H&S, leadership, quality, or training
Experience
Essential
- Experience with a range of laboratory techniques
- Experience with a wide range of laboratory techniques (Band 6)
- Discipline specific NHS experience in a UKAS accredited Clinical Chemistry laboratory (Band 6)
Desirable
- Discipline specific NHS laboratory experience
- 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)
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Keyboard and basic IT skills
- Have an awareness of Health & Safety issues
- Can communicate effectively with staff of all grades
Desirable
- Experience of using Roche Clinical Chemistry equipment
Values and Behaviours (PROUD)
Essential
- Understanding of how laboratory services are part of the patient pathway and impact on patient care
- Developed interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels
- Understand the need to accept responsibility for own actions and ensure accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to work within defined timescales
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).
