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Role: Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology
Site: London, HCA Laboratories (Shropshire House)
Hours: Permanent, Full time, 37.5 hours per week

Shifts: 7.5 hour shifts Monday-Friday with weekend rota participation also required
Salary: Competitive with weekend work paid as overtime (with excellent benefits)

HCA Healthcare UK - The World's largest private healthcare group; providing award winning primary, acute and complex care.

HCA Laboratories has over 35 years' experience in providing pathology services, for acute care in our HCA Hospitals, IVF Clinics, Insurance work, healthcare screening and GP services. We cover all disciplines in pathology including allergy, biochemistry and endocrinology, haematology and blood transfusion, histopathology and cytology, immunology, and microbiology and serology, with each laboratory equipped with the best available analytical instrumentation.

As a Biomedical Scientist, you will perform the speedy and accurate processing of samples, validate results and to assist the Department Head in Haematology as required. You will perform a high-quality analytical role, enabling the provision of a comprehensive pathology service for laboratory users.

This is a full-time role working 37.5 hour per week and the salary being offered is competitive dependent on skills and experience. This is a BMS 1 position (Band 6 equivalent).

The weekday shift times are:

0730 - 1600

08:00 - 16:30

09:00 - 17:30

10:00 - 16:30

12:30 - 21:00

Weekends:

08.00 - 14:00

09:00 - 20:30

Duties & responsibilities:

• Speedy and accurate processing of samples
• Interpretation, validation and timely reporting of results
• Monitor and enter results from referral laboratories
• Participate in the Haematology/multi-disciplinary Week End Rota
• Participate in the multi-disciplinary Night Shift Rota where required
• Complete External Quality Control
• Deal with telephone enquires
• Assist Section Leader and BMS 3 / 2 with the day to day running of Haematology section
• Ensure equipment in Haematology working correctly
• Ensure internal and external quality schemes are performed
• Liaise and assist specimen Reception and other sections within the laboratory
• Adhere to Health and Safety policies
• Follow HCA policies and procedures
• Follow SOP's and in accordance with manufacturers operating instructions
• Stock control and rotation
• Identify own training and development needs and undertake training/education as required. Achieve competence in the areas outlined in the training manual. Attend HCA mandatory training
• Maintain professional development records in compliance with IBMS and HCPC requirements. Treat all users of the service in an efficient and courteous manner and to ensure that all enquiries that cannot be dealt with directly are passed on to an appropriate senior member of the Pathology department.

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What you will bring:

• Experience working as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and appropriate laboratory experience.
• Hold evidence of, and continue to demonstrate continual personal/professional development ensuring up-to-date knowledge and working to high professional standards.
• Demonstrate a positive and responsive attitude.
• Adhere to, and work in accordance with all appropriate guidelines and policies.

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That's why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day.

As a Senior Biomedical Scientist at HCA Laboratories, you'll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity and Inclusion

Patients first. Colleagues always. That's the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we're creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That's why we're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.

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