Job summary

We are excited to be recruiting to a Band 5 Biomedical Scientist in the Biochemistry Team. A strong technical and analytical background is desired as rotation into the specialist chemistry section is required. The post holder will be required to participate in 24/7 working.

Biomedical scientist candidates will have HCPC registration and proven Clinical Chemistry experience. Please note that we will not be accepting Trainee applicants for this role.

Demonstrable experience of quality management is also desirable to monitor and maintain the highest standards of quality across the ISO 15189:2012 accredited clinical chemistry service.

The department has full HCPC training status for pre and post registration IBMS portfolios and full ISO 15189 accreditation.

The Pathology service at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is part of a Peninsula network working collaboratively to standardise testing, improve efficiencies and optimise patient care. Derriford Hospital is a Major Trauma Centre, and has extensive Oncology, Cardiothoracic and Women's Services. Point of care testing is essential in the delivery of emergency medicine in this organisation.

The department fully supports training and career development opportunities, and you will be a key member of a friendly and forward thinking department.

Main duties of the job

Biomedical scientist candidates will have HCPC registration. The candidate will have demonstrable knowledge and experience of Clinical Biochemistry and working with highly automated systems.

Candidates will be expected to participate in the 24/7 rota.

Candidates will be expected to process biological samples including blood, urine, faeces, CSF and other fluids taking personal responsibility for the quality and authorisation of results, which are used in the diagnosis, treatment and management of the disease.

Candidates will demonstrate a high level of skill to perform complex manual, semi automated and automated analytical techniques as applicable.

Demonstrable experience of quality management is also desirable to monitor and maintain the highest standards of quality across the ISO 15189:2012 accredited clinical chemistry service.

The department has full HCPC training status for pre and post registration IBMS portfolios and full ISO 15189 accreditation.

Please see the Job Description for further information on the main duties of the job.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will perform a key role in providing analysis of clinical specimens for a wide range of diagnostic to aid pathological diagnosis of the patients we serve. Involving the use of automated instruments that utilise a range of analytical technologies including spectrophotometry, colorimetry, ion selective electrodes, and immunoassay, together with manual and specialised techniques utilising chromatography and mass spectrometry. This role requires an individual that works with accuracy and precision whilst having excellent organisational skills.

Act in a supportive role to section leads and deputies to ensure the smooth day to day running of the department and rotate through all clinical chemistry sections. Full participation in the 24/7 rota is a requirement of the post holder, this includes weekend, evening, and night duties, which require a flexible approach to the hours of employment, previous experience in out of hours working is desired.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Proven knowledge of Biochemistry Demonstrable experience of working in a Blood Sciences Laboratory or equivalent

Desirable

24/7 Working Use of Abbott Analysers and ability to operate Automated Equipment Demonstrable experience of operation of Automated Equipment in a high throughput laboratory

Qualifications

Essential

State registration with Health and Council Professions Council as a Biomedical Scientist