EG213555 - Trainee Biomedical Scientist

NHS Grampian; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking two trainee Biomedical Scientists to join a dynamic and friendly team in the Haematology Department. This role offers comprehensive training in various aspects of Laboratory Medicine, including Routine Haematology and Flow Cytometry. Candidates will gain hands-on experience in a fully automated and accredited laboratory environment, providing vital diagnostic services to a large population. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals eager to start their careers in a supportive setting, with a focus on professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic individuals wishing to pursue a career in Laboratory Medicine.
• Full training and experience in various aspects of Haematology.

Responsibilities

• Undergo a comprehensive competency programme covering practical and theoretical aspects.
• Support provided by Training Officer and qualified team members.

Skills

Routine Haematology

Haemoglobinopathies

Coagulation

Bone Marrow Testing

Flow Cytometry

Education

BSc Hons in Biomedical Science

Tools

Alinity h systems

iSoft Apex system

IL Tops 750 coagulometers

Job description

Job Description: Trainee Biomedical Scientist

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity within our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We aim for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

The Haematology Department is seeking two trainee Biomedical Scientists to join their busy, dynamic, and friendly team.

The department provides a diagnostic Haematology service to a population of approximately 500,000 people in NHS Grampian, handling over 600,000 samples annually and offering a wide range of diagnostic tests.

You will undergo a comprehensive competency programme covering both practical and theoretical aspects of the role. Support will be provided by our Training Officer and qualified team members. You will receive full training and gain experience in Routine Haematology, Haemoglobinopathies, Coagulation, Bone Marrow Testing, and Flow Cytometry.

The department is fully automated with four Alinity h systems, an Alinity hs attached to a GLP track system, and Alinity I and two IL Tops 750 coagulometers, all fully tracked to the GLP system. The department is fully computerised with the iSoft Apex system. It is registered by HCPC and IBMS as a training laboratory and holds full UKAS Accreditation.

Applicants must have an accredited BSc Hons in Biomedical Science. This is an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic individuals wishing to pursue a career in Laboratory Medicine. As this is a training post, we will only shortlist candidates with less than 12 months of HCPC registration.

For informal discussions or visits to the department, please contact Mrs. Sonja Wright, Senior Chief Biomedical Scientist/Laboratory Manager, at 01224 553843 or email [e-mail].

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NHS Grampian is one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland, serving over 500,000 residents in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and Moray. We strive to foster a positive culture aligned with NHS and Social Care values.