Job summary
FULL TIME POST - 37.5 HOURS A WEEK
We have an excellent opportunity for a Biomedical Scientist to join our remarkable and dynamic team in the ISO accredited Biochemistry discipline. This role is part of a team which provides an efficient and effective Blood Sciences service to Stockport NHS Foundation Trust which encompasses Stepping Hill Hospital and other specialist centres, as well as community health services for Stockport.
The successful candidate will preferably have a comprehensive practical and theoretical knowledge Biochemistry. You should be able to prioritise workload during busy periods and be motivated to drive the service forward to maintain ISO standards. The candidate will be expected to
- To participate in the routine and specialist work of all sections of the department.
- To be responsible for one's own work, involving lone working, participation in the extended working day and work out of hours as required. This is a mandatory requirement of the post.
- To maintain a high quality of work within the department and perform quality control procedures.
- To check the validity and quality of all results and processes in the area of responsibility.
- To submit test results as required for the purpose of internal and national Quality Control Schemes.
Main duties of the job
The Biochemistry laboratory has full UKAS ISO15189 accreditation and IBMS training status. The post-holder will be expected to work on a full time basis on Night shift rota pattern to deliver a 24/7 day laboratory service . This is a mandatory requirement of this post Therefore applications from individuals with previous OOH working experience would be advantageous.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please note this is a face-to-face interview process and remote interviews are unavailable.
You must be in a position to start your post within 3 months of being offered the role
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately. If successful this vacancy will require a Standard DBS check at a cost of £21.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salaryIn addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please note this is a face-to-face interview process and remote interviews are unavailable.
You must be in a position to start your post within 3 months of being offered the role
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately. If successful this vacancy will require a Standard DBS check at a cost of £21.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salaryIn addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and patients
- Able to build and maintain working relationships with others
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to plan and organise work effectively to achieve agreed objectives
- Good written, verbal, numeracy and IT skills
- Excellent attention to detail
Desirable
- Able to adapt to new ideas and help to develop them to improve the level of service provided
- Demonstrate a willingness to take on extra responsibilities to develop the service
Knowledge
Essential
- Computer literate - word processing and data processing.
- Able to review and develop own knowledge and skills in order to improve own performance.
- Possess a knowledge of current developments in Biomedical Sciences
- A sound knowledge of ISO 15189 standards
Desirable
- Knowledge and use of document control system
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist
- Completed IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Biochemistry
- Evidence of participation in CPD
Desirable
- Relevant Laboratory IT qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience in the relevant discipline
- Must be able to work all elements of the out of hours 24/7 shift rota
Work Related Circumstance
Essential
- Occupational Health Clearance
- Able to handle and process clinical samples including faeces samples
- Able to participate in all elements (early/late/night/weekend) 24/7 shift rota
- Able to participate in single discipline shift/on-call rota as required.
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and patients
- Able to build and maintain working relationships with others
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to plan and organise work effectively to achieve agreed objectives
- Good written, verbal, numeracy and IT skills
- Excellent attention to detail
Desirable
- Able to adapt to new ideas and help to develop them to improve the level of service provided
- Demonstrate a willingness to take on extra responsibilities to develop the service
Knowledge
Essential
- Computer literate - word processing and data processing.
- Able to review and develop own knowledge and skills in order to improve own performance.
- Possess a knowledge of current developments in Biomedical Sciences
- A sound knowledge of ISO 15189 standards
Desirable
- Knowledge and use of document control system
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist
- Completed IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Biochemistry
- Evidence of participation in CPD
Desirable
- Relevant Laboratory IT qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience in the relevant discipline
- Must be able to work all elements of the out of hours 24/7 shift rota
Work Related Circumstance
Essential
- Occupational Health Clearance
- Able to handle and process clinical samples including faeces samples
- Able to participate in all elements (early/late/night/weekend) 24/7 shift rota
- Able to participate in single discipline shift/on-call rota as required.
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).
