Job summary
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There is an exciting opportunity for an experienced specialist Biochemistry BMS to join our Clinical Biochemistry team, in the Blood Sciences Department of Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust (MTW) . Both Permanent and Fixed Term Contracts available.
Are you a suitably experienced, highly motivated HCPC registered BMS, who has completed the IBMS specialist portfolio or equivalent qualification? Who understands the requirements of a quality-driven clinical biochemistry service, is able to work under pressure, work flexibly using your own initiative and possess excellent communication skills?
Clinical Biochemistry based on both sites providing a 24/7*continuous service and offers a broad range of experiences via internal rotation. The laboratory iswell equipped with Roche (Chemistry and Immunoassay), Sebia (electrophoresis), Dynex Technologies DS2 (ELISA), Menarini(HPLC) analysers.
Main duties of the job
On attaining appropriate competencies, you will be expected to fully participate in the out of hours rota which will include some weekend, evening and overnight duties and they will then be eligible for the Recruitment & Retention premium in addition to normal AfC unsocial hours payments. You will be based at either MGH or TWH although cross site working will be required as the service demands.
The departmenthasfull training status with theIBMS and ISO 15189 accreditation. Support for further education will be given for IBMS expert practice / Higher specialist diploma and other post graduate qualification, including MSc.
We are able to offer £8000 relocation expenses (subject to meeting essential criteria) and up to £4,707 recruitment and retention premium pro rata per annum * in addition to support for learning and development.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.
The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 500,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.
The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.
We employ over 6,500 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please emailmtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.netif this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please emailmtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.netif this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent
- State Registration (Health Professions Council)
- Specialist Portfolio or appropriate equivalent
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive specialist Clinical Biochemistry
- Health & Safety legislation and procedures
- Quality Management System
- Working as a member of a team
- Post HPC registration
Desirable
- Training and supervising a team
- Problem solving
- Working alone during an out-of-hours service
Skills
Essential
- Ability to undertake technical validation of results
- Communication & Interpersonal skills
- Command of written and spoken English
- Ability to authorise and interpret diagnostic laboratory results for clinical use
- Basic use of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Comprehensive biochemistry techniques
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent
- State Registration (Health Professions Council)
- Specialist Portfolio or appropriate equivalent
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive specialist Clinical Biochemistry
- Health & Safety legislation and procedures
- Quality Management System
- Working as a member of a team
- Post HPC registration
Desirable
- Training and supervising a team
- Problem solving
- Working alone during an out-of-hours service
Skills
Essential
- Ability to undertake technical validation of results
- Communication & Interpersonal skills
- Command of written and spoken English
- Ability to authorise and interpret diagnostic laboratory results for clinical use
- Basic use of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Comprehensive biochemistry techniques
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
