Biomedical Scientist - Haematology & Transfusion - INTERNAL

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is recruiting an experienced Band 6 Biomedical Scientist to support the 24/7 Haematology & Transfusion service. Welsh language ability is desirable but not essential; English or Welsh speakers welcome.

As part of the team you will work to HCPC standards, maintain CPD, and perform a range of lab procedures crucial for diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases. UKAS and other professional standards apply.

Qualifications

• BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent is essential.
• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist is essential.
• Specialist Portfolio BMS relevant to the service being covered - or equivalent is essential.
• Experience of automated and manual laboratory investigations and procedures in Haematology & Transfusion is essential.
• Experience of shift working out of hours is essential.
• Desirable: Evidence of continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work within HCPC standards and maintain CPD portfolio.
• Perform a range of scientific procedures to process biomedical specimens for diagnosis and monitoring.
• Conform to SOPs, policies and good laboratory practice, complying with UKAS and relevant professional bodies.

Skills

supervise others

techniques quickly

computer literate

verbal and written communication

interpersonal skills

organisation skills

Education

BSc in Biomedical Science

HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist

Specialist Portfolio BMS

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

An opportunity for experienced Band 6 BMS to support the 24/7 Haematology & Transfusion service. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

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

Working for our organisation

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.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

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Person specification

Skills

• Ability to supervise others
• Ability to pick up techniques quickly following a training programme
• Computer literate
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good organisation skills

Essential criteria (Qualifications)

• BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent
• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
• Specialist Portfolio BMS relevant to the service/s being covered - or equivalent

Desirable criteria (Qualifications)

• Evidence of continuous professional development

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of automated and manual laboratory investigations and procedures in Haematology & Transfusion
• Experience of shift working out of hours

Desirable criteria

• General familiarity with common computer software (Microsoft office)
• Experience of leading a team