Biomedical Scientist

Biomedical Scientist Overview

We are looking for a dedicated and conscientious Biomedical Scientist to join our team at Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and reliable, committed to delivering high-quality service while continuously seeking improvement. This role involves performing general and specialized analyses of biological samples within the Blood Sciences department, specifically in Haematology and Blood Transfusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct general and specialized analyses of samples received in Blood Sciences, rotating through all sections of Haematology and Blood Transfusion.
• Authorize clinical results in accordance with defined turnaround times.
• Perform maintenance, calibrations, and quality control checks on analytical equipment after suitable training.
• Engage with the quality management system, including audits and non-conformance notifications, to maintain UKAS ISO 15189 accreditation.
• Contribute to the departmental out-of-hours shift rota.
• Operate in a respectful and professional manner.
• Adhere to Trust policies regarding health and safety and patient confidentiality.
• Participate in the departmental training program for each assigned task.

Qualifications and Experience

• Essential: HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Essential: IBMS accredited Biomedical Sciences degree or equivalent approved by the IBMS.
• Essential: Experience working and communicating as part of a diverse team.
• Essential: Experience in a UK NHS diagnostic laboratory.
• Desirable: Experience in a UK NHS diagnostic laboratory in haematology and/or blood transfusion.
• Desirable: Experience working as part of an out-of-hours shift rota or as a lone worker.
• Desirable: Further training courses related to specific analyzers or subjects.

Benefits

• Salary between £32,073 and £39,043 per annum, pro rata.
• Permanent contract with a full-time working pattern.
• Opportunity to work in a fully accredited laboratory equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

This position is located at Great Western Hospital, Marlborough Road, Swindon, SN3 6BB, United Kingdom. For inquiries regarding this role, please contact Laboratory Manager Kirk Allott at [email protected] or call 01793607242.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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