Biomedical Scientist

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Torquay; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Torquay is seeking a Band 5 BMS Biomedical Scientist for the Haematology and Blood Transfusion departments. The ideal candidate will have HCPC registration, experience in high throughput settings, and strong organisational skills. The role involves laboratory rotations and using advanced medical equipment, with the potential for permanent placement following initial employment. Competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Well-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Experienced in high throughput Haematology and Blood Transfusion.
• Familiarity with quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in laboratory rotation across all sections of Haematology and Blood Transfusion.
• Demonstrate good organisational and communication skills.
• Work with various laboratory equipment and participate in the out-of-hours service.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Experience with high throughput Haematology

Education

HCPC registration

Tools

Horiba Yumizen H2500/H1500

Stago STA-R max

BioFlash

Sebia Capillarys 3

DS2

Immucor NEO IRIS

EPIC Beaker

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for an initial 12-month fixed-term post (37.5 hours per week) with the potential to be made substantive. The 37.5 hours may include weekend working.

We are seeking a Band 5 BMS Biomedical Scientist to join the Haematology and Blood Transfusion departments at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust.

The ideal candidate will be well-motivated, enthusiastic, HCPC registered, and experienced in high throughput Haematology and Blood Transfusion. The department is IBMS approved for training and holds UKAS accreditation to ISO 15189.

Responsibilities include:

• Participating in laboratory rotation across all sections of Haematology and Blood Transfusion to ensure quality service delivery.
• Demonstrating good organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to work flexibly.
• Having previous experience working in a UKAS accredited laboratory and familiarity with quality management systems.
• Following training, participating in the out-of-hours service.
• Working with equipment such as Horiba Yumizen H2500/H1500, Stago STA-R max, BioFlash, Sebia Capillarys 3, DS2, Immucor NEO IRIS, and EPIC Beaker. The department plans to install the Cellavision Digital Morphology system.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive healthcare services for a population of 375,000 residents plus visitors. The hospital is located in Torquay, within the scenic English Riviera, close to Dartmoor National Park.

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Note: Due to government regulations, the successful applicant must have received their first COVID-19 vaccination by 3rd February 2022, with full vaccination required as a condition of employment unless medically exempt. Proof of vaccination or exemption will be requested during recruitment.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Reginald Norris
• Job Title: Haematology Technical Manager
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]

We welcome informal visits to meet the team. Please contact Reginald Norris to arrange.