Trainee Biomedical Scientist

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Do you have a passion for patient care?

Are you looking for a career in Virology?

Virology biomedical scientists are responsible for the diagnosis of infection and disease processes by the application of biological, serological and molecular technology, utilizing the most up to date scientific methods. Diagnostic work includes examination of patient samples such as blood, respiratory samples and cerebrospinal fluid using manual and automated techniques.

We are looking for a Trainee Biomedical Scientist to join our dedicated, valued team in the Virology laboratory at the Hull site.

The laboratory is UKAS accredited and we fully support our staff members' professional development.

As this is a training position, Annex 21 will apply to the role banding and pay. Full details can be found on the NHS Employers website NHS Employers

Main duties of the job

Under supervision:

To carry out the analysis of patient samples, quality controls (QC) and external quality assessment samples (EQA) according to departmental SOPs and departmental Quality Assurance Policy.
To ensure that specialist equipment within the area of work is functioning efficiently through good housekeeping, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
Technical validation of patient results.
Communicate effectively with clinicians, nurses and other service users on information of a technical nature.
To undertake shift work including evening, weekend and night work. This will involve working mostly alone and includes the provisional authorisation of results that are used for immediate patient management, carrying potentially serious consequences if any errors occur in the process.

About us

Our Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Date posted

20 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

419-6713868-TBS-PS

Job locations

Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Hull

HU3 2JZ

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

Working towards a BSc (Hons) IBMS approved Biomedical Science course (or alternative IBMS/HCPC approved qualification/apprenticeship)

Experience

Essential

Knowledge of laboratory procedures

Desirable

Experience in a laboratory offering a similar test repertoire

Skills

Essential

Excellent verbal and oral communication skills
Ability to foster good working relationships with colleagues and service users
Attention to detail skills

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

Working towards a BSc (Hons) IBMS approved Biomedical Science course (or alternative IBMS/HCPC approved qualification/apprenticeship)

Experience

Essential

Knowledge of laboratory procedures

Desirable

Experience in a laboratory offering a similar test repertoire

Skills

Essential

Excellent verbal and oral communication skills
Ability to foster good working relationships with colleagues and service users
Attention to detail skills

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.