Biomedical Scientist (Biochemistry)

Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS healthcare provider in Barnstaple is seeking a Biomedical Scientist to perform and report on a variety of biochemical tests. The ideal candidate should have a completed IBMS registration portfolio and possibly experience within an NHS laboratory. Flexibility in working hours is required to meet service demands, including nights and weekends. Join a supportive team dedicated to quality improvement and patient care, and enjoy benefits such as competitive annual leave and access to occupational health services.

Benefits

Comprehensive occupational health services

NHS Pension scheme

Access to staff discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible working schemes

Qualifications

• Experience of working within an NHS laboratory as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Completed IBMS registration portfolio is essential.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and public holidays once trained.

Responsibilities

• Check and report a range of biochemical tests on blood and bodily fluids.
• Work flexibly in response to service needs including weekends.
• Demonstrate duties to new or less experienced employees.

Skills

Experience in NHS laboratory

Ability to work flexibly

Experience with hazardous chemicals

Education

Completed IBMS registration portfolio

Trainee BMS nearing completion of IBMS portfolio

Job description

Role Summary

As part of a team you will be involved in checking, performing and reporting a range of routine and non‑routine biochemical and immunoassay tests on blood and other bodily fluids. Use of hazardous chemicals is required. You will be expected to work flexibly in reflection of service needs which will include an extended working day and / or participation in delivery of a hour, 7 days per week service. Demonstration of own duties to new or less experienced employees will be expected.

The post holder must not work outside their defined field of competence unless supervised / approved by a Specialist or Senior Biomedical Scientist.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The department of Blood Sciences is UKAS accredited to ISO , holds IBMS training approval and is committed to maintaining this as part of a wider hospital network in the Southwest. The department uses Q-Pulse for quality management.

We provide a comprehensive range of diagnostic services for the acute Trust and to GP practices across North Devon & North Cornwall. We have an unprecedented relationship with our Primary care colleagues and the new Devon CCG. We are using ICE to develop innovative means of syndrome-based requesting as well as optimising the service in other ways.

A managed laboratory service contract has been jointly procured with South Devon NHSfT meaning that we are well resourced with new Roche Cobas analysers.

We are looking for an individual who is committed to supporting the team in providing best service and quality improvement for patients benefit. Applicants are welcome to visit the department to talk with the team and experience what North Devon has to offer.

Experience of working within an NHS laboratory as a BMS or as a Trainee BMS in the latest stages of completing their IBMS portfolio will be advantageous. There will be contractual obligation to work nights, weekends and public holidays once fully trained and competent.

Completed IBMS registration portfolio is essential to apply for the role, however Trainee BMSs in the latest stages of completing the IBMS portfolio will be considered (min ¾ completed).

This band 5 role does not qualify for visa sponsorship due to the existing going rate for anybody who has received their sponsorship before 4th April 4 being £,. Anybody who received their sponsorship after the 4th April 4 or have not yet been sponsored, the going rate is £,. Unfortunately, both exceed the current band 5 salary.

We are willing to consider applicants for a trainee position.

Working hours per week. Normal shift : : - : , Late : : - : , Night : : - : , Weekend Day : : - : .

Interview Date : To be confirmed.

Contact

For further information please contact: Julia Macbeth, Senior Biochemist.

Equal Opportunities

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

Benefits

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work‑life balance through flexible working schemes and our family‑friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit.

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme.

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.