Multidisciplinary Biomedical Scientist - QEH Laboratory

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; North End; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible NHS benefits

On-site staff facilities

Career development support

Salary-sacrifice options

Wagestream access

Free parking

Counselling services

Staff discounts

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Job summary

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Biomedical Scientist to join its Multidisciplinary Blood Science Spoke Laboratory within the Eastern Pathology Alliance at QEHKL. Candidates may be IBMS-accredited or pursuing HCPC registration, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, quality and professional development.

You will contribute to Haematology, Biochemistry, Transfusion and Andrology workflows, supporting safe patient care and delivering high-quality laboratory

Qualifications

• IBMS-accredited degree or actively building HCPC registration portfolio.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and quality requirements in laboratories.
• Ability to work in a team with good communication and to work unsupervised.
• Familiarity with laboratory computer systems, audits and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Join the Multidisciplinary Blood Science Spoke Laboratory at QEHKL and collaborate across biochemistry, haematology, transfusion and andrology.
• Support delivery of a high-quality, safe healthcare service and act as a role model for PRIDE values.
• Contribute to training and development within the Eastern Pathology Alliance and NNUH sites.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines and maintain flexible, proactive learning.

Skills

Multidisciplinary training

Teamwork

Communication skills

ISO standards

Quality systems

Laboratory IT skills

Education

IBMS accredited degree

HCPC registration

Job description

You will be joining a friendly vibrant team in a recently refurbished laboratory. The Laboratory operates Abbott Alinity Haematology and Chemistry analysers, Werfen TOPS coagulation and Grifols Blood Grouping analysers. You will support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH's 'PRIDE' values of People focused, Respect, Dedication, Integrity and Excellence. You will also be trained to a high standard in a multidisciplinary setting and would have the opportunity should it arise to work at other sites within EPA.

Are you interested in starting an exciting new career? We have an excellent opportunity for state registered Biomedical Scientists. Alternatively, EPA have a proven track record of "growing our own" Biomedical Scientist's and this position is suitable for candidates that have an IBMS accredited degree and are seeking a laboratory based position to complete their registration portfolio for HCPC registration. Working as part of the Eastern Pathology Alliance, based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn (QEHKL), you will have the opportunity to work as part of a cutting edge Laboratory encompassing Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology, Transfusion and Andrology. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Multidisciplinary Blood Science Spoke Laboratory at the QEHKL. The successful candidate will ideally be multidisciplinary trained in Hematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry. If you have an interest in training as a multidisciplinary Biomedical Scientist, we would welcome your application. Knowledge of laboratory based computers, audits, SOPs, ISO standards and quality is a requirement. Essential qualities we require are an ability to work within a team, good communication skills, good technical proficiency and an ability to work unsupervised. You must be able to work under pressure and be able to meet deadlines, be flexible and adaptable and show that you are motivated and willing to develop your knowledge and skill.

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff! The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world. We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Please note this post does not meet criteria for employer sponsorship, for right to work.