Biomedical Scientist

Job summary

The Blood Sciences laboratories offer the opportunity to work in a well-equipped environment with a high level of (pre-analytical and analytical) automation (together with the opportunity to work with more specialised technology in the special assays laboratory). You will be working with new, state of the art analysers including the Abbott Alinity ci series, Abbott Alinity h series, Stago Star Max, Alifax ESR analysers, Sebia Capillary electrophoresis, BioRad HPLC and IH1000 Blood Grouping analysers.

The successful candidate will be expected to rotate through laboratory sections and receive appropriate training so that they can then cover the lates/ weekends and occasional night shift. Applications are sought from self-motivating individuals who are currently registered with the HCPC, and with previous experience the relevant disciplines.

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

We are committed to your personal and professional development and you will have opportunities to fulfil your potential with NWLP.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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.

Trainee - To undertake and complete training and attain HCPC registration within a discipline/ disciplines in agreed timescales.

Registered BMS - 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 HCPC 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

London

W2 1NY

Employer's website

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

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Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

London

W2 1NY

Employer's website

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

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