Job summaryThe 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 Haematology and Blood Transfusion Service for a qualified Biomedical Scientist / Specialist Biomedical Scientist positions to work across the three hospital sites.
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.
This vacancy is part of our 'refer a friend' scheme, this means if a friend who currently works for us has told you about this vacancy you could both receive a cash payment. The full scheme details are included with the additional documents for this role.
Main duties of the jobThe 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 Haematology and Blood Transfusion department including Flow Cytometry, Haemoglobinopathy screening and specialised coagulation.
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 and the out of hours service is a mandatory requirement of all posts following suitable training.
About usBased 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 descriptionJob responsibilitiesA detailed description of key duties and responsibilities can be found within the attached job specification for each grade. Please ensure you detail within your job application how you meet the applicable personal specification.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesA detailed description of key duties and responsibilities can be found within the attached job specification for each grade. Please ensure you detail within your job application how you meet the applicable personal specification.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- IBMS Accredited BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent
- Completed IBMS Registration Portfolio or equivalent, HCPC registered
ExperienceEssential- Considerable NHS Pathology Laboratory Experience
Desirable- NHS Laboratory experience in Haematology and Blood Transfusion
Person Specification
QualificationsEssential- IBMS Accredited BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent
- Completed IBMS Registration Portfolio or equivalent, HCPC registered
ExperienceEssential- Considerable NHS Pathology Laboratory Experience
Desirable- NHS Laboratory experience in Haematology and Blood Transfusion
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer detailsEmployer nameGateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
AddressQueen Elizabeth Hospital
Queen Elizabeth Avenue
Gateshead
NE9 6SX
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