Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, visionary Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Immunology (Band 6) to join our dynamic and thriving team of 9 BMS's and 4 AHCS's in our Immunology laboratory. The Immunology service is based at the William Harvey Hospital in Ashford and serves the Kent and Medway Pathology Network (KMPN). We are UKAS ISO 15189; 2022 accredited as are all Pathology disciplines within the organisation. Services provided include autoimmune serology, allergy, protein electrophoresis, specific protein measurement and cryoprotein investigations. The laboratory works closely with our consultant Immunologist supporting allergy and immunology clinics in addition to planning the delivery and development of laboratory services. Immunology has a strong training ethos linked to career development and progression.
Applicants should be effective leaders, have significant Immunology knowledge and experience, and have a good track record of managing staff and laboratory resources. You must be able to demonstrate achievement of targets, of implementing service developments and service transformation initiatives, a high attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
If this is you we would love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
The suitable candidate must be HCPC registered and hold an IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Immunology. Applicants who can evidence that they are 3 months to completion of their Specialist Portfolio will be considered. This requires the post holder to have current membership with the IBMS which is not funded by the Trust.
Job Purpose:
To undertake scientific tasks within all appropriate sections of the department as delegated by Senior staff including when appropriate, monitoring the performance of Trainee Biomedical Scientists and (S)AHCS.
To process laboratory samples and produce timely, accurate and relevant results and reports in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.
To undertake routine analytical work involving both automated and manual techniques.
To make timely and accurate decisions regarding the efficient and safe functioning of the laboratories considering health and safety and other relevant legislation. However, they must be able to recognise when to seek advice from more senior staff.
Develop and implement systems and procedures within the Department to enable the service to run effectively, and to ensure it complies with legal requirements.
Assist in service developments including evaluation of new assays.
The postholder will be expected to use initiative in all areas of work.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
We offer a full package of benefits, including a car lease scheme; on-site childcare; generous annual leave in line with NHS terms and conditions; high street and public transport discounts; and a 24/7 staff support service.
Kent and Medway Pathology Network (KMPN) is a formal partnership of seven laboratories across three pathology services in four acute Trusts. Our 1000 colleagues provide services across the health and care sector to a population of nearly 2 million.
KMPN are at an exciting point of our network development with a recommendation to form a joint venture across the four Trusts leading transformation. Our projects including single IT solutions, procurement and digital projects, to ensure our services are able to meet growing demand for our service users, patients and communities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KMPN: You will have a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in KMPN. We are developing a network academy, a platform for all network education and training from apprenticeships to advanced clinical and scientific qualifications with a single faculty making best use of our talented educators and trainers. You will not be expected to work at sites outside of EKHUFT. However, there will be opportunities for collaborative working within the network.
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for BMS roles Band 6 and above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KMPN: You will have a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in KMPN. We are developing a network academy, a platform for all network education and training from apprenticeships to advanced clinical and scientific qualifications with a single faculty making best use of our talented educators and trainers. You will not be expected to work at sites outside of EKHUFT. However, there will be opportunities for collaborative working within the network.
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for BMS roles Band 6 and above.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- State Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent Post Graduate Diploma.
- Completion of specialist portfolio in Clinical Immunology or equivalent qualification. e.g. MSc in Immunology. (Applicants who can evidence that they are 3 months to completion of their Specialist portfolio will be considered)
Desirable
- IBMS Membership.
- Evidence of ongoing CPD.
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience of working in an ISO 15189 accredited immunology laboratory.
- Able to demonstrate competency in appropriate Immunology laboratory techniques.
- Numerate and laboratory based evidence of being able to undertake scientific calculations.
Desirable
- Experience across all areas of immunology.
- Effective communication skills with other health care professionals.
Personal / professional attributes
Essential
- Well-developed analytical and keyboard skills.
- Be self-motivated and work hard towards objectives.
- Ability to work as part of a team and develop effective relationships.
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's 'We Care' principles, behaviours and values.
Desirable
- Ability to organise own time effectively and work to schedules and deadlines.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of advances in Clinical Immunology in an ISO 15189 accredited laboratory.
- Knowledge/Experience of Quality Management systems including CAPA and Audits.
Desirable
- Knowledge of conventional IT software e.g. Apex and WinPath LIMS.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- State Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent Post Graduate Diploma.
- Completion of specialist portfolio in Clinical Immunology or equivalent qualification. e.g. MSc in Immunology. (Applicants who can evidence that they are 3 months to completion of their Specialist portfolio will be considered)
Desirable
- IBMS Membership.
- Evidence of ongoing CPD.
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience of working in an ISO 15189 accredited immunology laboratory.
- Able to demonstrate competency in appropriate Immunology laboratory techniques.
- Numerate and laboratory based evidence of being able to undertake scientific calculations.
Desirable
- Experience across all areas of immunology.
- Effective communication skills with other health care professionals.
Personal / professional attributes
Essential
- Well-developed analytical and keyboard skills.
- Be self-motivated and work hard towards objectives.
- Ability to work as part of a team and develop effective relationships.
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's 'We Care' principles, behaviours and values.
Desirable
- Ability to organise own time effectively and work to schedules and deadlines.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of advances in Clinical Immunology in an ISO 15189 accredited laboratory.
- Knowledge/Experience of Quality Management systems including CAPA and Audits.
Desirable
- Knowledge of conventional IT software e.g. Apex and WinPath LIMS.
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).
