Basic Grade Medical Scientist - Biochemistry (FTC)

recruitNet; Dublin; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health Insurance

Relocation Package

Pension Contributions

Educational Support

Career Opportunities

Income Protection

Starting Bonus

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd is seeking a Basic Grade Medical Scientist – Biochemistry (FTC) for a leading hospital in Dublin. The role involves performing a wide range of diagnostic laboratory tests in Biochemistry, ensuring accuracy and patient care.

You will assist with lab procedures, quality management, and adherence to accreditation standards, with on-call duties and collaboration across hospital departments. CORU registration or eligibility and AM LS membership eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Essential Biochemistry experience.
• Registered with CORU or eligible for CORU registration.
• Hold or be eligible for membership with the Academy of Medical Laboratory Science (AMLS) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, maintaining, and enforcing laboratory procedures to ensure testing processes and equipment meet best-practice standards.
• Support operational procedures and a patient-centred quality management system with performance measurement and audits.
• Perform diagnostic tests in line with JCI and INAB accreditation standards, prioritising workloads and multitasking.
• Participate in on-call duties, manage stock processes, and evaluate new equipment and consumables.

Skills

Biochemistry experience

CORU registered

AMLS eligible

Education

CORU registration

AMLS membership eligibility

Job description

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in healthcare recruitment for both domestic and overseas candidates, supporting hospitals, nursing homes, home care, and community care services. We are dedicated to matching skilled professionals with top healthcare organisations across Ireland.

We are currently seeking a Basic Grade Medical Scientist – Biochemistry (FTC) for a leading hospital in Dublin. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a wide range of diagnostic laboratory tests within the Biochemistry department, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and the highest standards of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, maintaining, and enforcing laboratory procedures, ensuring testing processes and equipment meet best-practice standards.
• Support the implementation of operational procedures and a patient-centred quality management system, including performance measurement and audit activities.
• Perform diagnostic tests in accordance with JCI and INAB accreditation standards, prioritising workloads and managing multiple concurrent tasks effectively.
• Participate in on-call duties when required, manage laboratory stock processes, and contribute to evaluating new equipment, consumables, and technologies.
• Record and report incidents, equipment defects, and complaints, ensuring appropriate investigation and communication with laboratory management.
• Engage in continuous professional development through self-directed learning, formal training, and on-the-job education.
• Contribute to staff training, maintain a high level of professionalism, and promote clear, respectful communication within the laboratory and with hospital teams.
• Support and adhere to health and safety procedures, participating in the development and implementation of accident prevention and management protocols.
• Participate in quality assurance programmes, ensuring compliance with all professional codes, guidelines, and internal/external quality control standards.
• Assist with laboratory information systems, supporting data collection, reporting, and departmental reviews, while demonstrating flexibility to meet service needs.

Requirements

• Hold, or be eligible for, membership with the Academy of Medical Laboratory Science (AMLS) or an equivalent professional body.
• Registered with CORU.
• Minimum of one year of in-service training across multiple laboratory disciplines.
• Essential experience in Biochemistry.
• Post-qualification experience is desirable.
• Previous participation in emergency on-call rotas.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with laboratory management and hospital departments to ensure a high-quality laboratory service.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a professional and dedicated approach.
• Demonstrated adaptability to the evolving demands of the healthcare environment.
• Understanding of the requirements for delivering a modern laboratory service.
• Awareness of current methodologies and technologies used in laboratory science.
• Familiarity with accreditation standards and objectives.
• Knowledge of legislation relevant to providing a quality laboratory service.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits

Fully Funded Private Health InsuranceStarting Bonus / RelocationGenerous SalariesEmployer Pension ContributionsEducational SupportExcellent Career OpportunitiesIncome Protection