Specialist Healthcare Scientist (BMS 1)

Ayrshire; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Specialist Healthcare Scientist to enhance the Blood Bank and Immunohaematology services. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic team, gaining invaluable experience in blood transfusion processes. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in Biomedical Science and be committed to improving patient care. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and supports a flexible working environment, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. If you're passionate about healthcare and ready to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Occupational Health Services

Learning Resource Centres

Discounted Leisure Benefits

Financial Benefits

Shopping Benefits

Qualifications

• Registered Biomedical Scientists with HCPC preferred.
• Candidates with an IBMS accredited degree in process for HCPC will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Join a skilled team in Blood Bank / Immunohaematology sections.
• Participate in a 24/7 shift roster in the Blood Bank.

Skills

Biomedical Science

Immunohaematology

Blood Bank Procedures

Education

Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) accredited honors degree

HCPC Registration

Job description

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About The Organisation
National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national NHS Board operating right at the heart of NHSScotland providing invaluable support and advice at a strategic and operational level. NSS supports customers to deliver their services more efficiently and effectively and we offer shared services on a national scale using best-in-class systems and standards. Our priority is always the same – to improve the health and well-being of the people of Scotland.

The Post
The Scottish national blood transfusion service (SNBTS) plays a vital role as part of NHS Scotland. NHS National Services Scotland’s mission is to enable and support the delivery of better care working in partnership. Suitable applicants are invited to join a hard-working team in Blood Bank / Immunohaematology sections of the Transfusion Centre.

The Candidate
Applications are invited from Biomedical Scientists registered with the HCPC (Health & Care Professions Council). Qualified Biomedical Scientists are preferred for this post; however, applicants with an Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) accredited honors degree, who are in the process of applying for HCPC, will be considered for the post.

This post offers the opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of work undertaken in the Blood Bank / Immunohaematology sections of the Transfusion Centre. The successful applicant will join a team of highly skilled and motivated Biomedical Scientists working in those sections. During this period, you will undergo training as appropriate.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure Scotland check. Any candidate who has lived/worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding 5 years will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency.

Location and Working Pattern
This post is based in the Aberdeen and North-East Scotland Blood Transfusion Centre. Monday to Sunday, 37 hours per week. In the Blood Bank, a 24/7 shift roster is in operation and permanent post holders in that area must participate. Agenda for Change remuneration rates for shift working apply.

It is a condition of this employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK for the post in which you will be employed with NSS.

Benefits
Our benefits package includes a pension scheme, comprehensive range of work-life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.

Inclusion
NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national board and, as an anchor institution, it is our ambition to be a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone feels welcome. We recognise that flexible working creates an inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and feel confident about their ability to balance their personal and professional responsibilities.

Further Information
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Lorraine Jappy, Blood Bank Manager by tel: [phone] or email [e-mail].

Closing date for completed applications is 24th February 2025.
Further information on NSS is available from: https://www.nss.nhs.scot/