Biomedical Scientist Trainee — Path to HCPC Registered

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is seeking a Biomedical Scientist to join our laboratory team. The post involves rotation through different sections and may require work at any site within the BCULHB area to maintain service continuity.

Applicants should hold an IBMS accredited Biomedical Sciences degree or an HCPC-acceptable qualification, with NHS laboratory experience and a commitment to CPD. Band 6 on-call duties may apply after competence is demonstrated.

Qualifications

• IBMS accredited Biomedical Sciences Degree or other qualification acceptable for future HCPC registration.
• NHS laboratory experience

Responsibilities

• Conform to agreed SOPs, policies and good laboratory practice; comply with UKAS and other relevant standards.
• Work on a rotational basis through department sections and may work at any site within BCULHB area to ensure continuity of service.
• On completion of competence, Band 6 post holders will cover 24/7 out of hours service as a registered scientist for emergency and core testing services.
• Support and advise laboratory support staff; prioritise investigations by clinical need and ensure optimum turnaround for urgent requests.
• Liaise with IT and equipment suppliers to resolve system or equipment failures and respond to major incident procedures when required.

Skills

NHS laboratory experience

Blood science tests

Out of hours availability

Education

IBMS accredited Biomedical Sciences Degree

HCPC registration

Job description

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is seeking a Biomedical Scientist to join our laboratory team. The post involves rotation through different sections and may require work at any site within the BCULHB area to maintain service continuity.

Applicants should hold an IBMS accredited Biomedical Sciences degree or an HCPC-acceptable qualification, with NHS laboratory experience and a commitment to CPD. Band 6 on-call duties may apply after competence is demonstrated.