Qualified Biomedical Scientist

NHS; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Gateshead is seeking a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to work across multiple hospital sites. The role focuses on providing high-quality diagnostic services and offers opportunities for personal and professional development in a dynamic environment. Candidates must have an IBMS accredited BSc and the enthusiasm to adapt and grow within the role.

Benefits

Support initiatives through the Balance programme

Rich diversity in staff networks

Qualifications

• HCPC registered or an accredited biomedical sciences degree.
• Experience in NHS Laboratory preferred.
• Experience of specialised laboratory techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality diagnostic service.
• Further develop knowledge and skills in specialist techniques.
• Participate in the Department's extended working day and rotation.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal / communication skills

Enthusiasm to learn and develop technical knowledge

Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment

Education

IBMS Accredited BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent

HCPC Registration

MSc in Biomedical Sciences

Tools

State of the art laboratory equipment

Job description

The South of Tyne Pathology Service is an established consolidated network with laboratories across three sites, servicing both Gateshead and South Tyneside/Sunderland trusts.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Biochemistry department for a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist position to work across the three hospital sites. Please ensure you detail how you meet the personal specification in your application. Applicants with an accredited biomedical sciences degree but not registered with the HCPC may be considered if they meet the other criteria specified in the personal specification.

Our forward thinking and innovative department has state of the art equipment and technology and a fantastic training ethos to encourage development of staff to reach their full potential.

Main duties of the job

The clinical laboratory team provides a High Quality Specialist Diagnostic Service to improve the Health Care of the people of South of Tyne and Wear.

As part of the team the post holder will be expected to further develop knowledge and skills in a range of specialist diagnostic techniques within the Biochemistry department.

Successful candidates will have:

• An innovative, forward looking approach
• Excellent interpersonal / communication skills
• Enthusiasm to learn and develop technical knowledge
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment

The posts will be on Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust terms and conditions of employment.

Full participation in the relevant Department's extended working day, rotation across all three laboratory sites and the out of hours service is a mandatory requirement of all posts following suitable training.

About us

Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.

Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.

We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.

Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronym ICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.

We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.

The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.

Job responsibilities

A detailed description of key duties and responsibilities can be found within the attached job specification for each grade. Applications will be considered from trainee level to specialist, please ensure you detail within your job application how you meet the applicable personal specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• IBMS Accredited BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent
• HCPC Registration
• MSc in Biomedical Sciences

Experience

• Previous NHS Laboratory Experience
• Experience of highly specialised laboratory techniques
• Experience in NHS Biochemistry Laboratory

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Dependent on experience and qualifications.