Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Biomedical Scientist to perform laboratory tests and maintain equipment while adhering to HCPC standards. The ideal candidate must be HCPC registered, hold a relevant degree, and have experience in a clinical immunology lab. Responsibilities include handling specimens and demonstrating knowledge of quality management in laboratories. Applications are encouraged from all members of the community.

Qualifications

• Essential: Experience in a clinical immunology pathology laboratory.
• Desirable: IBMS membership.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests autonomously as per HCPC standards.
• Maintain equipment used for specimen analysis.
• Handle specimens correctly throughout analysis.

Skills

Clinical immunology knowledge

Laboratory testing

Health and safety legislation understanding

Problem-solving ability

Education

Degree (or equivalent) suitable for HCPC registration

HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist

Job description

Responsibilities

• Performs work duties to the standards required as a HCPC biomedical scientist
• Undertake the correct procedures for the handling of specimens, pre and post analysis
• Maintain and operate equipment used in the preparation and analysis of specimens
• Perform a range of laboratory tests autonomously and demonstrate an understanding of the scientific basis for tests and the disease processes under investigation
• Demonstrate awareness of factors affecting sample integrity, risks associated with the sample reagents, or method and other tests indicated by the outcome of the analysis
• Use the main laboratory computer system in accordance with service requirements

Please note: the job description refers to band 5/6 for more information.

Person specification

Qualification and Education

Essential criteria

• Degree (or equivalent) suitable for HCPC registration
• HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist
• Uses continuing professional development as a means of self-development
• Completed immunology specialist portfolio or equivalent (band 6)

Desirable criteria

• IBMS membership

Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of working in a clinical immunology pathology laboratory as a Biomedical Scientist
• Understanding of health and safety legislation pertaining to clinical laboratories
• Understand the components of a quality management system
• Has knowledge and/or experience of using instruments and methods used in the department

Desirable criteria

• Problem solving ability
• Understanding of laboratory quality issues

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and value diversity in our workforce. Applications from all sections of the community are welcome.