Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with IBMS Certificate of Competence to join the Immunology Team at University Hospitals of North Midlands (UHNM) based at the Royal Stoke University Hospital site.
We are a small , clinically led team, providing an Immunology service to the NMCPS network of 4 hospitals across Staffordshire and Cheshire Clinical Immunology . We hold UKAS accreditation ISO 15189:2022 and are an IBMS approved training laboratory. As this is a part time post, we are looking for a well organised individual able to undertake self directed learning.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicants will participate in all aspects of the Immunology service following completion of the IBMS Specialist Portfolio for Immunology. This includes maintenance and running of automated analysers, processors, performing manual assays and IIF.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This includes maintenance and running of automated analysers, processors, performing manual assays and IIF. Full details can be seen in the attached job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
This includes maintenance and running of automated analysers, processors, performing manual assays and IIF. Full details can be seen in the attached job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Is HCPC registered
- Has completed IBMS registration portfolio
Desirable
- Has completed self directed CPD activities
Knowledge Skills
Essential
- Have an understanding of Pathology IT systems
- Intermediate and accurate IT skills
- Good standard of accurate written communication
- Ability to follow instruction and work in a methodical way
Desirable
- Good manual dexterity and hand eye co-ordination for fine adjustment of equipment
Training and experience
Essential
- Is able to effectively apply current skills, abilities and knowledge to this role
- Is able to follow safe systems of work and report any deficiencies
- Is able to work under pressure and prioritise allocated work
Desirable
- Has experience of working within a Quality Management System
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Professional personal presentation and manner
- Ensures high standard of work through attention to detail.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Is HCPC registered
- Has completed IBMS registration portfolio
Desirable
- Has completed self directed CPD activities
Knowledge Skills
Essential
- Have an understanding of Pathology IT systems
- Intermediate and accurate IT skills
- Good standard of accurate written communication
- Ability to follow instruction and work in a methodical way
Desirable
- Good manual dexterity and hand eye co-ordination for fine adjustment of equipment
Training and experience
Essential
- Is able to effectively apply current skills, abilities and knowledge to this role
- Is able to follow safe systems of work and report any deficiencies
- Is able to work under pressure and prioritise allocated work
Desirable
- Has experience of working within a Quality Management System
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Professional personal presentation and manner
- Ensures high standard of work through attention to detail.
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
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address
Pathology Department
Royal Stoke University Hospital
Stoke on Trent
ST4 6QG
Employer's website
https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
