Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Specialist Biomedical Scientist

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Job summary

A modernised clinical pathology service, proud to deliver excellence for users, patients and staff.

North West London Pathology is a partnership between Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Chelsea & Westminster NHS Trust and The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Trust.

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic band 6 Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist to join our friendly and dedicated Blood Sciences team at Charing Cross Hospital working in Clinical Biochemistry as a dedicated night worker.

All major analytical equipment will be state of the art analysers including Abbott Alinity HQ Haematology analysers, Stago StarMax2 Haemostasis analysers, Alifax ESR Technology, Abbott Alinity CI Chemistry, Immuno-Chemistry analysers and BioRad IH1000 Blood Grouping analyser. The department has moved onto a single multi-discipline automated track solution provided by Abbott, and will be fully integrated within a single department Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology & Haemostasis, Viral Serology and Immunology as a multi-discipline automated laboratory (MDAL).

The laboratory has IBMS training approval for training for Registration and Specialist Portfolios in Blood Sciences.

Applications are sought from self-motivating individuals who are currently registered with the HCPC. Previous experience in a multi-discipline environment would be an advantage.

Applicants must have a desire to learn and develop within our busy laboratories.

Main duties of the job

  • To be an efficient flexible member of the Blood Sciences laboratory providing a high quality service to Imperial College Healthcare Trust.
  • To maintain the required levels of laboratory safety and good laboratory practice, as specified in local and national guidelines.
  • To work with biomedical scientists and clinical scientists in the provision of a comprehensive and effective Blood Sciences service for the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, as directed by the Head of the Department.
  • To participate in the efficient handling, processing and analysis of samples in the laboratory, under supervision.
  • To maintain effective records of all activities and procedures, and to contribute towards the maintenance of the laboratory's quality system.
  • To check, keep clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
  • To carry out supervised laboratory procedures in all sections of the laboratory, as directed by the Head of the Unit and senior scientific staff.
  • To undergo appropriate teaching and training as directed and as necessary in order to maintain HPC registration and to maintain suitable records of all training activities undertaken.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community. Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.

As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share.

Details

Date posted

19 August 2022

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,448 to £47,965 a year Inclusive

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

290-DP-554

Job locations

Charing Cross Hospital

London

W6 8RF


Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

EDUCATION

Essential

  • o2nd class honours degree or equivalent in a biological science which is acceptable by Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)/ Health Professions Council (HPC) for Registration
  • oHCPC Registration
  • oHold the IBMS Specialist Diploma or equivalent in relevant discipline
  • oor 24 months proven experience post Registration in the relevant discipline.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

Essential

  • oPractical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work.
  • oReliable and trustworthy
  • oWell organised. Precise.
  • oAbility to show flexibility by performing multiple tasks

EXPERIENCE

Essential

  • oA good working knowledge of specialist subject in relevant discipline
  • oEvidence of continuing professional development
  • oUse of Pathology computer systems

Desirable

  • oPrevious experience in a large busy laboratory
Person Specification

EDUCATION

Essential

  • o2nd class honours degree or equivalent in a biological science which is acceptable by Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)/ Health Professions Council (HPC) for Registration
  • oHCPC Registration
  • oHold the IBMS Specialist Diploma or equivalent in relevant discipline
  • oor 24 months proven experience post Registration in the relevant discipline.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

Essential

  • oPractical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work.
  • oReliable and trustworthy
  • oWell organised. Precise.
  • oAbility to show flexibility by performing multiple tasks

EXPERIENCE

Essential

  • oA good working knowledge of specialist subject in relevant discipline
  • oEvidence of continuing professional development
  • oUse of Pathology computer systems

Desirable

  • oPrevious experience in a large busy laboratory

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Charing Cross Hospital

London

W6 8RF


Employer's website

https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Charing Cross Hospital

London

W6 8RF


Employer's website

https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Biochemistry Lead

Sugirtha Jeyakumar

Sugirtha.Jeyakumar2@Nhs.Net

Details

Date posted

19 August 2022

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,448 to £47,965 a year Inclusive

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

290-DP-554

Job locations

Charing Cross Hospital

London

W6 8RF


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