Biomedical Scientist

NHS; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Wales seeks a Biomedical Scientist to perform scientific procedures on biomedical specimens. The ideal candidate should hold an IBMS accredited Biomedical Sciences Degree and have experience in laboratory investigations. This role requires good communication, organizational skills, and the ability to support and supervise others. The organization promotes equality and diversity, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience of biomedical laboratory investigations/tests.
• Experience of automated and manual laboratory investigations.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of scientific procedures on biomedical specimens.
• Support Band 6 post holders in delivering test services.
• Prioritise investigations according to clinical needs.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Good organisational skills

Ability to supervise others

Ability to pick up techniques quickly

Education

IBMS accredited Biomedical Sciences Degree

Job description

Generic Biomedical Scientist Biochemistry

As a Biomedical Scientist, the post holder will be required to work within the professional standards expected as a registrant of the Health Professions Council (HCPC) and maintain a portfolio of evidence supporting Continuing Professional development.

The post holder will be required to conform to agreed standard operational procedures, policies and good laboratory practice and also within their work duties, comply with the standards as required of UKAS and other relevant professional and Legislative Bodies (e.g. H.T.A., B.S.Q.R.).

To demonstrate our commitment and dedication to our staff we have a flexible recruitment and progression plan that consists of:

Band 5 Candidates - Band 5 Annex 21 at 75% for candidates with IBMS accredited degree who have not completed their IBMS Generic Training Portfolio with automatic advancement to Band 5 100% on registration

Main duties of the job

Duties as a Biomedical Scientist will include performing a range of scientific procedures involving the processing of biomedical specimens to contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases and investigation of pathological processes.

On completion of the necessary competence requirements you will be required to support the Band 6 post holders to deliver safe and effective specialist emergency and core testing services requiring the post holder to :

• Support and advise laboratory support worker colleagues.
• Prioritise investigations in accordance to clinical need, ensuring optimum turnaround for urgent requests.
• Manage emergency requests, single or multiple.
• Liaise with IT and specialist equipment suppliers to resolve system or equipment failures.
• To respond to Major incident procedures should the need arise.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job responsibilities

Please note that appointment will be made at Band 5 or Band 5 Annex 21 dependent on qualifications & experience; this position will be within Biochemistry.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• IBMS accredited Biomedical Sciences Degree or other qualification acceptable for future HCPC registration
• Able to provide evidence of ongoing personal development

Experience

• Experience of biomedical laboratory investigations/tests
• Experience of automated and manual laboratory investigations and procedures (sufficient post registration training)

Skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to supervise others
• Ability to pick up techniques quickly following a training program

Knowledge

• Degree level knowledge of biochemistry practise, quality control and assurance
• Knowledge of Clinical Laboratory Accreditation requirements
• Knowledge of HCPC requirements to practise

Personal Qualities

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to assess & prioritise work in a pressured environment

Other

• Excellent telephone manner
• Calm approach
• Welsh speaking

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 known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Senior Biomedical Scientist - Biochemistry