Band 5 Biomedical Scientist

Royal Berkshire Nhs Foundation Trust; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare trust in Reading is seeking a dedicated Biomedical Scientist to work in a state-of-the-art laboratory. The role involves analyzing samples and training staff in histological techniques. Candidates must be HCPC registered and have solid experience in routine histology. This full-time position offers flexible working opportunities, generous leave policies, and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

27 days annual leave, increasing with service

NHS pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with post‑registration experience.
• Proven experience in all aspects of routine histology.
• Experience and knowledge of routine histological techniques.

Responsibilities

• Transmit information to colleagues about techniques and equipment used in pathological sample analysis.
• Analyse samples and data involving routine histology for patient benefit.
• Work within a busy department with a large workload.

Skills

HCPC registration

Experience in routine histology

Knowledge of histological techniques

Ability to undertake practical test

Education

BSc BMS or equivalent qualification

Job description

At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust we put our patients at the heart of every element of health and care that we provide. The Trust works together as a community to deliver its vision which is "Working together to provide outstanding care for our community." Royal Berkshire Hospital are pleased to announce that following our CQC inspection we have been rated ‘Good’ with inspectors reporting that we have made significant improvements.

We are Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful and Excellent. We value candidates who bring their unique personalities, skills and experiences to the Trust. Please highlight your achievements and strengths when applying.

Role Overview

Transmit information to colleagues, including less experienced staff and staff undergoing training, in order to ensure an understanding of all techniques employed and the highly complex equipment used in the analysis of pathological samples. Analyse samples and other data involving routine histology to pursue service needs and to benefit the patient.

Responsibilities

• Transmit information to colleagues about techniques and equipment used in pathological sample analysis.
• Analyse samples and data involving routine histology for patient benefit.
• Work within a busy department, part of a merged histology facility with a workload of approximately 55,000 histology and 6,000 NG cases annually.
• Perform a wide range of immunohistochemistry techniques in a state‑of‑the‑art, UKAS‑accredited laboratory.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with post‑registration experience.
• Proven experience in all aspects of routine histology.
• Experience and knowledge of routine histological techniques.
• Ability to undertake a practical test as part of the interview process.

Desirable

• Experience in specimen tissue transfer.
• BSc BMS or equivalent qualification.
• Specialist portfolio started or training for a specialist portfolio will be provided.

Benefits

• Flexible working opportunities and a strong emphasis on work/life balance.
• Annual leave – 27 days for new starters, increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years NHS service (pro‑rated for part‑time staff).
• NHS pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Money Advice Service.
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave for eligible staff.
• On‑site nursery (based at RBH).
• Full educational library services.
• Cycle to work scheme and lockable storage for cycles.
• Bus to work scheme.
• Excellent rail and bus links.
• A huge range of health‑service discounts at hundreds of big brands.

Additional Information

This is a full‑time post (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday). All new appointments, with the exception of executive positions, are subject to a 6‑month probationary period. The Trust may close any vacancy prior to the advertised closing date.

By applying for this post you are agreeing to the Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system and, if appointed, to the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. Appointment is conditional on satisfactory completion of the core NHS Employment Checks.

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is committed to improving the health of its staff, patients and the wider community. Smoking is not permitted on any of the Trust's sites.