Job summary
We are seeking 4 capable, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our friendly and dedicated team in the Cellular Pathology Department at The Royal Stoke University Hospital.
*** Applications will be considered from current Band 5 Trainee Biomedical Scientists who have already completed at least 50% of their Specialist Portfolio (Banding will increase to Band 6 upon completion of Portfolio) ***
Main duties of the job
To be an efficient and flexible member of the laboratory team providing a high quality diagnostic service through specialist scientific and technical activities commensurate with the training and education of a Biomedical Scientist registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).
To provide specialist advice to clinicians (and to other laboratory users).
To work within the written Policies and Procedures of the Department especially in relation to Health and Safety and Quality.
To maintain competence to practice and to improve professional expertise through engagement in Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
To supervise team members; providing training and problem solving for specialist equipment.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. We serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research.
The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites in Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford. Our 11,000 strong workforce provide emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We have put together a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential.
Our goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work and research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Biomedical Science Degree
- IBMS post-graduate Specialist Diploma
- Registered with HCPC
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Completion or partial completion of IBMS registration portfolio (B5)
Experience
Essential
- At least 5 years post registration experience
- Staff management experience
- Experience working with complex, specialist equipment
- Experience of Pathology IT systems
Desirable
- Experience working in an acute trust
- Experience of working in a busy Microbiology Laboratory
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team and independently
- Knowledge of Laboratory Health & Safety regulations and governing bodies
- Good oral and written communication
- Ability to work to SOPs, review and contribute to their implementation
- Ability to analyse and problem solve
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Biomedical Science Degree
- IBMS post-graduate Specialist Diploma
- Registered with HCPC
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Completion or partial completion of IBMS registration portfolio (B5)
Experience
Essential
- At least 5 years post registration experience
- Staff management experience
- Experience working with complex, specialist equipment
- Experience of Pathology IT systems
Desirable
- Experience working in an acute trust
- Experience of working in a busy Microbiology Laboratory
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team and independently
- Knowledge of Laboratory Health & Safety regulations and governing bodies
- Good oral and written communication
- Ability to work to SOPs, review and contribute to their implementation
- Ability to analyse and problem solve
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address
Royal Stoke University Hospital
Newcastle Road
Stoke on Trent
ST4 6QG
Employer's website
https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
