Band 5 Biomedical Scientist

Job Summary

We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our busy, friendly team to work in our progressive laboratories rotating through the Haematology, Blood Transfusion, and Coagulation sections. The Directorate has undergone exciting major changes in recent years with the majority of laboratory services provided between a new build on the Heartlands Hospital site and the new build Hospital on the Queen Elizabeth site. Vacancies are available for Band 5 Biomedical Scientists (Full-time 37.5hrs) at HGS sites (Heartlands, Good Hope, and Solihull). We support Continuous Professional Development. Encouragement is given to attend and participate in both internal and external lectures / seminars. Further study and attending meetings when presenting scientific posters and papers are strongly encouraged. A 24/7 service operates at Heartlands and Good Hope Hospitals, with reduced service at Solihull Hospital and after appropriate training you will be expected to participate in the departmental shift system which attracts AfC enhanced payments. Applicants must have HCPC registration. You must have an IBMS accredited BSc in Biomedical Science, ideally with experience of working in an NHS laboratory. For further details or informal enquiries, please contact either Bongiwe Ndhlovu, Operational Manager on [contact hidden] or email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], or Nicky Jones, Operational Manager on [contact hidden] or email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Main Duties of the Job

The laboratories receive over half a million Haematology requests annually, providing a twenty-four hour diagnostic and monitoring services. The laboratories are ISO 15189 and IBMS accredited and MHRA approved. Successful applicants will rotate through Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Transfusion and therefore must have an IBMS accredited Degree and a HCPC Registration Portfolio. Currently the laboratory operates a 24/7 shift system. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in out-of-hours rota once fully trained, and have a thorough knowledge of UK regulatory bodies, such as UKAS, MHRA, & HCPC.

About Us

We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work.

Details

• Date posted: 10 July 2023
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 5
• Salary: £28,407 to £34,581 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: 304-50139GB
• Job locations: Trustwide, Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TH

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent academic achievement that is ratified by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
• State registration with Health Professions Council (HPC) – now HCPC
• Evidence of continuing professional development and proficiency in accordance with HPC guidelines.

Experience (Essential)

• Experience of working in clinical laboratories
• Experience of laboratory techniques and automation.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Employer Details

Employer name: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Address: Trustwide, Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TH
Employer's website: https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm