Biomedical Scientist

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Eastleigh is seeking a qualified Biomedical Scientist to join the Microbiology Department. This role requires HCPC registration and entails working on a shift pattern, including nights and weekends. The ideal candidate will have experience in a medical laboratory and strong teamwork and communication skills. This position offers opportunities for professional development and is fundamental to the department's service provision.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold HCPC registration or be due to register in 3 months.
• Previous experience in a medical laboratory is desirable.
• Evidence of current CPD activities is required.

Responsibilities

• Work on a 24/7 shift pattern including nights and weekends.
• Rotate through laboratory sections and train other staff.
• Ensure compliance with team values: Patient First, Always Improving, Working Together.

Skills

Teamwork

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Good communication

Education

HCPC approved Biomedical Science degree (BSc)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Hospital IT systems

Job description

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. The Microbiology Department at UHS is advertising an HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist role with a strong background in Microbiology (Bacteriology, Mycology, Parasitology) and possible rotation into Molecular once initial competency is gained. Candidates must already hold HCPC registration, or be due to become registered in the next 3 months. The department processes over 1,000,000 specimens per year and employs almost 100 staff to provide a comprehensive 7 day service covering bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, virology, serology, parasitology and molecular testing. We are IBMS accredited for pre-registration training and specialist training in medical microbiology, virology and infectious science.

About us: University Hospital Southampton is one of England’s largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. At UHS we are committed to providing a flexible working environment, supporting you to balance family, study or wellbeing with your career. We champion individuality and strive to create an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities and experiences to join us.

Job responsibilities

Candidates must have current HCPC registration or be due to be registered in the next 3 months. The role involves 24/7 working on a shift pattern, including early, core, late and night shifts; candidates must be able to work all these shifts. Weekends and bank holidays are also worked on a rotation. Teamwork, CPD and good communication are key skills. You would rotate through sections of the laboratory and be responsible for training others when you have gained competencies in those sections. Please note: this job advert may close early due to high volume of applications.

Person specification

Trust Values

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• HCPC approved Biomedical Science degree (BSc) or other HCPC approved degree/top ups
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of current CPD activities

Desirable

• Previous experience in a medical laboratory
• IT competency (Microsoft, Outlook, hospital IT systems)

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 CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
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 see the employer website. 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 in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18) are also subject to this requirement.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the employer details below.

Employer details

Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address
University Hospital Southampton, Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 6YD

Employer's website