Specialist Biomedical Scientist

NHS National Services Scotland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Scotland is seeking an HCPC registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join its Microbiology Department at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness. The successful candidate will rotate through the Virology section, focusing on molecular and serological testing within an ISO 15189 accredited laboratory. Weekend work participation is mandatory, and the role offers an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Highlands lifestyle. Candidates should have previous experience in a similar setting and be ready for a fulfilling career in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Must be HCPC registered as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist.
• Experience in molecular and serological techniques required.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through the Virology section, ensuring high-quality lab service.
• Participate in weekend working as required by service demands.

Skills

ISO 15189 accredited laboratory experience

Specialist Biomedical Scientist registration

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Microbiology Department, Raigmore Hospital, Inverness which comprises Culture, Molecular, Serology and Immunology sections. It is the only clinical Microbiology laboratory in the Highlands providing a comprehensive diagnostic service to a resident population of approximately 324,000. The Scottish Toxoplasma Reference Laboratory (STRL) and Scottish Lyme Disease and Tick-borne infections Reference Laboratory (SLDTRL) are also based in the department.

We require an HCPC registered specialist Biomedical Scientist to rotate through the Virology section (Molecular/Serology) and Reference Laboratory, in NHS Highland, in compliance with agreed specifications to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of a high quality service as assessed by internal and external review.

The post is based at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness. Candidates must have experience in an ISO 15189 accredited laboratory. The successful candidate will be required to participate in weekend working. Currently there is no requirement to work evenings or throughout the night, however, needs of the service may require this going forward.

For potential applicants who may be looking for a change of lifestyle, the Highlands offers the ultimate countryside lifestyle since from Inverness there is easy access to both the Cairngorms, the West Coast of Scotland and the North Coast 500, which is proving very popular due to the outstanding scenery and beautiful sandy beaches along this route.

Informal enquiries to: Mary Summerscales (Molecular lead) or Andy Murphy (Serology lead) tel: [phone]; email: [e-mail] or [e-mail].

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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.

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