Job summary
Applicants must be HCPC state registered and have demonstrable experience of working in a diagnostic laboratory or about to complete registration portfolio. For the successful candidate who is appointed and currently working towards the registration portfolio, you will be appointed as a trainee under Annex 21 during the training period,
- up to 12 months prior to completion of training: 75 per cent of the pay band maximum of the fully qualified rate;
- (ii) more than one but less than two years prior to completion of training: 70 per cent of the pay band maximum of the qualified rate;
This is a full-time post with extended working days and overnight duties once qualified. There is also a commitment to participate in a weekend rota, bank holiday rota and on call once trained.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
To perform analysis of biological samples including blood, cerebral spinal fluid and other clinical samples, taking personal responsibility for the quality of the results, which are used in the diagnosis, treatment and management of haematological conditions.
Maintain a high standard of professional knowledge and competence in the performance of all tests and investigations carried out at bench level.
To have sufficient proven knowledge and competence to work on rotation in Haematology, Coagulation and Transfusion.
About us
The section processes over 2500 samples per day and has UKAS accreditation and is a recognised IBMS training laboratory.
Staff are encouraged to further their own development and assist with CPD related activities. The laboratory is well equipped and is fully computerised.
The post holder will work together with senior staff and support staff in all sections of the Combined Laboratory to produce a timely, high quality, accurate and cost effective service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake scientific duties in any section, comprising of specialities in Haematology, Clinical Chemistry, Coagulation, Blood Transfusion and Immunology Departments to facilitate a smooth running and quality service.
To provide a clinical technical service by performing routine and specialist analytical testing on a range of biological samples.
To maintain and run specialist equipment up to a value of £1 million.
To supervise, mentor and support Trainee Biomedical Scientists and support staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake scientific duties in any section, comprising of specialities in Haematology, Clinical Chemistry, Coagulation, Blood Transfusion and Immunology Departments to facilitate a smooth running and quality service.
To provide a clinical technical service by performing routine and specialist analytical testing on a range of biological samples.
To maintain and run specialist equipment up to a value of £1 million.
To supervise, mentor and support Trainee Biomedical Scientists and support staff.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Proven demonstrable experience in a laboratory environment
- Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge of the Pathology of disease in one or more disciplines within DCL
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences or a degree acceptable to the Institute of Biomedical Sciences and the Health Professions Council. The latter will require a Post Graduate Certificate, a Post Graduate Diploma or an MSc in Biomedical Sciences. Or recognised equivalent qualification
- State registration with Health Professions Council as a Biomedical Scientist or working towards
Aptitude and ability
Essential
- Ability to follow SOPs precisely
- Accurate technical and analytical skills
- LIMS competency
- Good communication and team working skills
- Ability to prioritise workload safely
- First line troubleshooting skills
- Good manual dexterity
Desirable
- Ability to train junior staff
- Basic data interpretation skills
- Understanding of digital workframes
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Proven demonstrable experience in a laboratory environment
- Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge of the Pathology of disease in one or more disciplines within DCL
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences or a degree acceptable to the Institute of Biomedical Sciences and the Health Professions Council. The latter will require a Post Graduate Certificate, a Post Graduate Diploma or an MSc in Biomedical Sciences. Or recognised equivalent qualification
- State registration with Health Professions Council as a Biomedical Scientist or working towards
Aptitude and ability
Essential
- Ability to follow SOPs precisely
- Accurate technical and analytical skills
- LIMS competency
- Good communication and team working skills
- Ability to prioritise workload safely
- First line troubleshooting skills
- Good manual dexterity
Desirable
- Ability to train junior staff
- Basic data interpretation skills
- Understanding of digital workframes
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).
