Biomedical Scientist - Biochemistry Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

As a Biomedical Scientist in Blood Sciences, the post holder is responsible for processing laboratory tests on patient samples across various sub-sections of the laboratory in rotation. The post holder must be qualified and HCPC registered. They should apply the latest scientific knowledge and up-to-date methods. Competency in the routine maintenance and performance checks of complex analysers is essential. The role involves working as a valued team member, capable of functioning with minimal supervision, and deputising for senior staff as appropriate. Support and participation in the Quality Management system are required.

Sub-sections Include:

1. Sample Reception: Sample receipt, ID, and data entry.
2. Biochemistry: Use of complex analysers for routine biochemistry and immunoassay.
3. Haematology: Blood counts, coagulation, haemoglobinopathy, microscopy, PCR.
4. Immunology: Manual assays.
5. Transfusion: Blood group and antibody screens, cross matching for transfusion.

The successful applicant will join a team working in the Biochemistry section of the busy Blood Sciences Department at Stoke Mandeville and Wycombe Hospitals, rotating between the two.

Responsibilities include following SOPs, preparing and storing reagents, manual procedures, validation of results, hardware and software troubleshooting, and QC/EQA activities.

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What Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Offers:

• Learning and development opportunities for career progression.
• Flexible and agile working options.
• NHS benefits including generous leave, pension, and discount schemes.
• Health and wellbeing services to support a healthy workforce.

Why Work for Us?

We promote inclusion and diversity, creating a workplace where all colleagues feel they belong, valued, and respected. We believe diversity improves outcomes for the communities we serve. We are supporters of the Armed Forces community.

Our Values and Mission:

• Vision: To provide outstanding care, support healthy communities, and be a great place to work.
• Mission: To deliver personal and compassionate care every time.
• CARE Values: Collaborate, Aspire, Respect, Enable.

For detailed responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification available as attachments in the advert. Internal applicants may consider secondment with managerial support. Assistance is available for applicants with disabilities. The closing date is Tuesday, 3 June 2025.