Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist

University Hospitals Tees; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Tees Valley is looking for a qualified Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join their collaborative teams. The role requires HCPC registration and expertise in various disciplines. Candidates will analyze pathology specimens, provide results, and support the integration of services across different sites. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are a must, along with the ability to work shifts including nights and weekends. Opportunities for leadership and improvement training are offered.

Benefits

Leadership and improvement training

Opportunities for further training courses

Qualifications

• HCPC registered with appropriate experience in Biomedical Science.
• Ability to work various shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Specialist knowledge in Haematology, Microbiology or Histopathology.

Responsibilities

• Analyze pathology specimens and provide accurate results.
• Assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Support integration of services from an IT and technological perspective.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to prioritize work

Education

HCPC state registration

IBMS Specialist Portfolio

Job description

The Pathology departments at University Hospitals North Tees and Hartlepool (NTH) and South Tees Hospitals (STH) are working collaboratively to develop a joint service called Tees Valley Pathology (TVP) with services being delivered on all hospital sites.

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified, enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists with appropriate experience, knowledge and skills to join our scientific teams and participate in the delivery of services as part of this development. The TVP service is also working collaboratively with colleagues at County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust to develop a single Laboratory Information System (LIMS) which is currently in the design stage.

Candidates for the Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) roles should be HCPC state registered, hold an IBMS Specialist Portfolio and have experience of working various shifts across both core and non-core hours in their chosen discipline or have equivalent expertise that can be demonstrated on their application.

Depending on the level of qualifications and degree of experience from applications for the Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) posts, consideration will also be given to applicants who are newly qualified HCPC candidates and who may be working towards these qualifications and thus be applicable for employment at Registered Biomedical Scientist (Band 5) level.

Rotation through all sections within the chosen department will provide candidates with a wide range of experience. The role involves taking a leading role in achieving daily workload targets therefore effective interpersonal and communication skills are crucial. The ability to work efficiently as part of a team and be able to prioritise work in order to meet strict deadlines is essential.

Analyse pathology specimens and provide technically accurate results. Be professionally accountable for the interpretation of patients’ results to enable diagnostic and treatment regimes for clinical colleagues. Provide specialist knowledge and assistance to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients within their area of responsibility.

The post holders will be expected to work with senior staff to help support the integration of Haematology, Microbiology or Histopathology from a staff, IT and technological perspective.

The post holders will be expected to work across TVPS attending all sites as necessary.

The post holders will be expected to have specialist knowledge of all sections of the service and be involved in delivering research and development within that service. They will also be expected to participate in the training and development of new, trainee or support staff.

After completion of training, the post holder will be expected to participate in the out of hours rota including late shifts, nights and weekends.

Please note this post may close at sufficient applicants.

Leadership and Improvement Training

The University Hospitals Tees (UHT) offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff to the organisation; this training programme has been designed to support our leaders in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the leadership development programme, and the Quality Improvement Programme that the Trust delivers. This programme aims to

• Explore leadership within the NHS
• Promote Trust Values and Behaviours
• Develop your Leadership effectiveness and skills
• Practitioner level in quality improvement, equipping you with the skills to champion, lead and complete quality improvement within your role

After you complete this four and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We offer further in-house courses dependent upon your role and bitesize programmes and leadership apprenticeships at level 3,5 and 7.

For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Sharron Pooley
Job title: Cellular Sciences Service Manager
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 01642 850850

Daniella Winterburn
Blood Sciences Service Manager
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