Job summary
An exciting opportunity at Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals for a 3 year fixed term full-time post to complete the Scientist Training Program (STP, developed by the National School of Healthcare Science and funded by Health Education England).
The trainee will undertake the training programme in order to progress through the modules of the scheme. They will learn how to perform and interpret clinical and specialist scientific processes underpinned by theoretical and applied knowledge and practical experience and will learn how to carry out complex scientific and clinical roles, including working directly with patients
Initiate and undertake innovation, improvement, R&D and be involved in the education of other learners in the workplace.
Complete all work-based training and assessment alongside the academic master's course to exit the programme with eligibility for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and use of the protected title of Clinical Scientist. In addition, they will be expected to undertake work-based experience to enable them to communicate complex technical, scientific and sensitive information to colleagues within their department in both verbal and written forms
It is a requirement for healthcare professionals working in these roles to be registered with the HCPC. They must meet the HCPC's standards for training, professional skills, behaviour and health.
Main duties of the job
At all times to work in accordance with the AHCS, SCST, ARTP and HCPC Codes of Professional Conduct.
Ensure protocols and procedures are followed and supervise more junior staff.
Utilise a variety of strategies to communicate effectively with patients and staff within the Trust.
Undertake a range of clinical and scientific investigations as appropriate to the role. These may include the processing of blood and other samples, direct clinical measurements on patients, and procedures involving ionising and non-ionising radiation.
Interpret and act upon results of tests, investigations and measurements in accordance with departmental policies, procedures and quality systems.
Successfully complete the training and assessment programme in conjunction with the local Training Coordinator and National School of Healthcare Science to achieve certified competence awarded by the Academy of Healthcare Science.
Perform, report and interpret a range of investigations undertaken indirectly for or directly with patients within a range of care settings Participate in multidisciplinary meetings
Communicate complex clinical, scientific and technical information to a wide range of people including clinicians, managers, patients and the public
Work within the quality framework established via IQIPS Accreditation Standards.
Comply with quality and governance procedures within the department including risk management and risk mitigation.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK
Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK
Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- A 1st or 2:1 in either an undergraduate honours degree (including an integrated master's degree) in Cardiac/Respiratory Physiology (PTP) or a relevant scientific subject (examples include Pure or Applied Physics, Biology or Human Biology, or Sports Science (if significant scientific content)) OR a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree plus relevant cardiology/respiratory experience and approved from the relevant HEI AND/OR Alternative/Vocational qualification plus sufficient and relevant experience and appropriate underpinning knowledge and skills in cardiology / respiratory - as evidenced for example by appropriate Voluntary Registration with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists or Academy for Healthcare Science and approval from the relevant HEI
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both writing and speaking in English language.
- Ability to work autonomously in the planning and execution of their own work and under the guidance of their Department Supervisors
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Good IT skills and knowledge of common computing packages for word processing, spreadsheets, presentation packages and databases
- A committed, in-depth interest in Cardiac/Respiratory physiology and its application to direct clinical care of patients in a clinical environment
Desirable
- Cardiorespiratory specific work experience, or volunteer work
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- A 1st or 2:1 in either an undergraduate honours degree (including an integrated master's degree) in Cardiac/Respiratory Physiology (PTP) or a relevant scientific subject (examples include Pure or Applied Physics, Biology or Human Biology, or Sports Science (if significant scientific content)) OR a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree plus relevant cardiology/respiratory experience and approved from the relevant HEI AND/OR Alternative/Vocational qualification plus sufficient and relevant experience and appropriate underpinning knowledge and skills in cardiology / respiratory - as evidenced for example by appropriate Voluntary Registration with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists or Academy for Healthcare Science and approval from the relevant HEI
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both writing and speaking in English language.
- Ability to work autonomously in the planning and execution of their own work and under the guidance of their Department Supervisors
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Good IT skills and knowledge of common computing packages for word processing, spreadsheets, presentation packages and databases
- A committed, in-depth interest in Cardiac/Respiratory physiology and its application to direct clinical care of patients in a clinical environment
Desirable
- Cardiorespiratory specific work experience, or volunteer work
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).
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).
