Job summary
Undertake testing and processing of biological specimens. Entering of results into the hospital IT systems and communication of results to service users.
To work flexibly in reflection of service needs. This may include an extended working day and/or participation in delivery of a 24 hour, 7 days per week service.
Supervise and/or train less experienced staff in own area of work and competency. Post holder must not work outside their defined field of competence
The work of the service brings staff into constant contact with human body fluids, tissues and hazardous chemicals. This may include blood, pus, urine, faeces, and respiratory secretions.
Maintain and promote professional image of the Biomedical Science profession and Cambridge University Hospital's Trust.
Main duties of the job
- Undertake testing and processing of biomedical specimens, analysis and entering of results into the HIS
- Work flexibly in reflection of service needs this may include an extended working day and/or participation in delivery of a 24 hour, 7 days per week service
- Supervise and/or train less experienced staff in own area of work and competency
- Maintain and promote professional image of the CUH Trust.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 25th October 2023
Interviews are due to be held on 8th November 2023
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 25th October 2023
Interviews are due to be held on 8th November 2023
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Health Professions Council registration as a Biomedical Scientist
- Biomedical Science degree or equivalent
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Started an IBMS specialist diploma in Clinical Biochemistry
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience of working in a Biomedical Science laboratory and associated knowledge
- Experience of using pathology IT systems
- Experience of using quality management systems
Desirable
- Previous relevant experience of working in the NHS in a Biomedical Science laboratory
Knowledge
Essential
- Theoretical knowledge of Biomedical Science procedures gained through BSc or equivalent
- Health and safety procedures
- Microsoft office products
Desirable
- Knowledge of EPIC IT system or equivalent LIMS
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems
Skills
Essential
- Willingness to undertake cross training and extend skill set
- Good communication
- Interpretation and analytical skills
- Ability to work as a team or independently
- Degree of manual dexterity
- Teaching and training skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Able to prioritise own workload and of others to meet the need of the service
- Ability to supervise less experienced staff, including supporting the training of staff
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to understand and behave at all times towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind and excellent
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work in an organised manner and meet deadlines
- Show attention to detail
- Prepared to be flexible in relation to working hours
- Dependable and enthusiastic
- Friendly and approachable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Health Professions Council registration as a Biomedical Scientist
- Biomedical Science degree or equivalent
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Started an IBMS specialist diploma in Clinical Biochemistry
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience of working in a Biomedical Science laboratory and associated knowledge
- Experience of using pathology IT systems
- Experience of using quality management systems
Desirable
- Previous relevant experience of working in the NHS in a Biomedical Science laboratory
Knowledge
Essential
- Theoretical knowledge of Biomedical Science procedures gained through BSc or equivalent
- Health and safety procedures
- Microsoft office products
Desirable
- Knowledge of EPIC IT system or equivalent LIMS
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems
Skills
Essential
- Willingness to undertake cross training and extend skill set
- Good communication
- Interpretation and analytical skills
- Ability to work as a team or independently
- Degree of manual dexterity
- Teaching and training skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Able to prioritise own workload and of others to meet the need of the service
- Ability to supervise less experienced staff, including supporting the training of staff
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to understand and behave at all times towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind and excellent
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work in an organised manner and meet deadlines
- Show attention to detail
- Prepared to be flexible in relation to working hours
- Dependable and enthusiastic
- Friendly and approachable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Addenbrooke's hospital-Division B
Hills road
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ
Employer's website
https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)