Biomedical Scientist

ROYAL CORNWALL HOSPITALS TRUST; Truro; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Cornwall seeks a motivated Band 5 Biomedical Scientist to support the Haematology, Coagulation, and Blood Transfusion team. You will perform a variety of tests ensuring smooth lab operations, participate in a 24/7 service after training, and mentor trainees. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant Biomedical Science qualification and have a strong commitment to quality and teamwork.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Training and placement programs

Qualifications

• Must have a Biomedical Science degree or equivalent.
• Experience in a professional laboratory environment preferred.
• Good understanding of quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Undertake scientific duties for smooth service operation.
• Participate in a 24/7 service provision.
• Perform routine and specialist analytical testing.

Skills

Analytical testing

Teamwork

Quality management

Education

Recognized Biomedical Science qualification

Tools

Abbott Alinity HQ

Werfen Coagulation TOP analysers

Grifols Erytra

Job description

Overview

Royal Cornwall hospital provides pathology services for Cornwall & is currently looking for a motivated Band 5 Biomedical Scientist to become part of the Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Transfusion team covering the full range of available tests rotating through all sections.

Our laboratory has full ISO 15189 Accreditation status, and the Transfusion laboratory is fully MHRA compliant. The laboratory is equipped with Abbott Alinity HQ full blood count analysers, Werfen Coagulation TOP analysers, Grifols Erytra blood grouping analysers and access to Sebia capillary electrophoresis for haemoglobinopathy and antenatal sickle cell and thalassaemia screening. The hospital is a Haemostasis Centre with the laboratory undertaking advanced coagulation thrombotic and haemorrhagic investigations.

You will participate in a 24/7 rota after suitable training.

The department supports professional career progression and works closely with educational establishments to provide placement and training opportunities.

Cornwall offers an amazing lifestyle of outdoor activities, some of the finest beaches in the country and a safe and child friendly environment. Moorland and coastal walking, surfing, summer festivals and a warm mild climate.

Responsibilities

• To undertake scientific duties in any part of the Department as required in order to facilitate the smooth running of the service.
• To participate in the 24/7 service provision.
• To provide a clinical technical service by performing routine and specialist analytical testing on a range of biological samples.
• To maintain and run specialist equipment as deemed appropriate by the lead BMS.
• To provide cover for other staff members and engage in the team ethic.
• To supervise, mentor and support Trainee Biomedical Scientists and support staff.
• To support the quality management system.

About the Employer

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.

We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.

The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.

Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.