Band 6- Biomedical Scientist

MCS Group; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Derry/Londonderry is seeking a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist to ensure high-quality laboratory service in Cellular Pathology. The ideal candidate will be HCPC registered with experience in cellular pathology. Responsibilities include adhering to quality standards, performing routine procedures, and supervising junior staff. This role offers a competitive salary of £37,338 per annum along with generous annual leave.

Benefits

Salary: £37,338 per annum

Generous annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC as a biomedical scientist.
• Experience in cellular pathology is essential.
• Valid driver's license is a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to lab policies for UKAS accreditation and quality standards.
• Perform routine analytical procedures and support specialist tasks.
• Supervise and mentor junior Biomedical Scientists.
• Communicate with laboratory staff and clinical teams for service delivery.
• Manage laboratory workloads and maintain documentation.
• Participate in clinical governance and continuing professional development.

Skills

HCPC registered as a biomedical scientist

Post qualification experience in cellular pathology

Valid driver's license

Job description

Do you want progression in your Biomedical Science Career?

We're recruiting on behalf of Western Health and Social Care Trust to recruit a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist.

This is a great opportunity to join the trust, where you will work alongisde the Clinical Lead, BMS Service Manager and Laboratory team to ensure the provision of a high quality, cost effective and efficient laboratory service in Cellular Pathology which will meet the standards of UKAS accreditation. The Cellular Pathology service provides Histopathology, Diagnostic Cytology, Andrology and mortuary services in the WHSCT.

The role:

• Adhere to all Trust and Laboratory policies to uphold UKAS accreditation, quality standards, and health and safety regulations.

• Perform and understand routine analytical procedures, contributing to specialist tasks as directed by the Biomedical Scientist (BMS) Service Manager and Clinical Lead.

• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures and quality management systems across laboratory areas.

• Supervise and mentor junior Biomedical Scientists, aiding in their training and professional development.

• Communicate effectively with laboratory staff, clinical teams, and healthcare professionals to ensure smooth service delivery.

• Manage and prioritise laboratory workloads, maintain accurate documentation, and oversee stock control in line with internal procedures.

• Participate in clinical governance, audits, research tasks, incident reporting, and continuing professional development activities.

The Person

As the successful candidate you will have the following background and experience:

Essential:

• HCPC registered as a biomedical scientist.

• Post qualification experience in cellular pathology.

• Hold a valid drivers license.

What's in it for you?:

• Salary: £37,338 per annum.
• Generous annual leave allowance.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Zachery Downes, specialist recruitment consultant at MCS Group. Contact via 02896935501 or [e-mail].

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.

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