Senior Biomedical Scientist - Biochemisty
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Job summary
If you are an experienced Biomedical Scientist looking to progress your career there is an exciting opportunity to take on the position of Senior Biomedical Scientist in the Biochemistry Department. We are seeking a strong team player with a positive attitude & commitment to promoting excellence and meeting the needs of our patients by supporting the out of hours shift service, weekend and bank holiday rosters where necessary. The successful candidate must be HCPC registered and have at least five years post registration experience.
The North Kent Pathology Service Laboratories are arranged in an integrated hub and spoke arrangement with Dartford & Gravesham as the hub laboratory and Medway Maritime as the rapid response laboratory. Both laboratories are equipped with Beckman Coulter UK Chemistry, Immunoassay and Haematology platforms and the hub laboratory has a newly upgraded Power Express automated track. The department also has TOSOH G11, Vitech Osmometer and Sebia Electrophoresis equipment. We encourage continuous professional development (CPD) as well as active discussion around new techniques and developments within the field.
For more information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Derek Smith on 01322 842849 or email at dsmith38@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
This role will form part of the Biochemistry Structure and aims to promote the delivery of operational service support to the Biochemistry clinical operational and management team in the overarching discipline functions and service delivery. It is anticipated this role will contribute to a full range of management and leadership functions within Biochemistry.
The role will support the senior team in Biochemistry to develop the service and continue to meet the standards expected at UKAS assessments.
The appointee will support the Blood Sciences Manager and other members of the North Kent Pathology Service team to provide a high quality, comprehensive and cost effective service.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Details
Date posted
07 February 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£45,753 to £52,067 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
252-6001950
Job locations
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
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