Biomedical Scientist - Immunology

University Hospitals Dorset; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Biomedical Scientist - Immunology to join their team at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. The successful candidate will analyze blood and body fluids, support high standards of patient care, and contribute to the development of trainee staff. This role offers opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist.
• Experience in a clinical pathology service.
• Up-to-date knowledge of developments in Immunology.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blood, body fluids, tissues, and cells using specialized laboratory equipment.
• Organize and deliver a clinical pathology service.
• Assist in teaching and developing trainee staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Knowledge of Immunology

Teaching skills

Education

Honours degree in biological science

Job description

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced HCPC registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our team in the Immunology Department of our ISO15189:2012 accredited laboratory at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. We provide diagnostic and monitoring services to patients across a wide geographical area and support our acute services at both the Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole General Hospital within the Trust.

We are a supportive Trust interested in developing our employees; all relevant training will be provided, and there are opportunities for continuing professional development for the successful applicant.

The One Dorset Pathology service will bring together Dorset County Hospital, Poole Hospital, and The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals to deliver a single, efficient, and high-quality pathology service. It will provide clinicians, patients, and carers with a consistent and high standard of service across the area and maximize resource efficiency. The new service is a formal collaboration and is part of the 'South 6' network, which includes Hampshire Hospitals, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Salisbury, and Southampton.

Qualifications: Honours degree or equivalent in a biological science acceptable by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)/HCPC.

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

Interview Date: TBC.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Act in a scientific role analyzing blood, body fluids, tissues, and cells using specialized laboratory equipment to determine the presence or absence of disease, aiding diagnosis and treatment monitoring.
2. Responsible for delegated tasks and involved in the day-to-day organization and delivery of a clinical pathology service that supports high standards of patient care.
3. Assist in teaching and developing trainee staff and support workers.
4. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in Immunology as part of your continuing professional development (CPD).

For full duties and requirements, please refer to the job description and person specification. Please note that if the role or service relocates, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement; travel from home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute.

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD, underpinning all we do, including how we treat patients, visitors, colleagues, and our team members.

UHD is investing in services across the Trust, with many undergoing transformation and development following merger and the New Hospital Programme. Some services may move site temporarily or long-term; interviewers will be happy to address any specific questions.

A new £25 million state-of-the-art building is under construction at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital, scheduled to open in 2023. A new pathology computer system linking all county laboratories is operational, and a major tender to replace analytical platforms across the S6 Network has been completed.

For further details or informal visits, contact: Simon McLean, Blood Science Lead, [e-mail], Tel: [phone].