Job summary
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Specialist Biomedical Scientist with experience in aspects of Immunology, HCPC registered, for a 5 months fixed term contract.
They will collaborate closely with the Biomedical Scientist Team Lead to observe and implement the policies and procedures relevant to the role e.g. Infection Control, Health & Safety and Quality Policies.
The post holder must comply with practices and procedures as dictated in the departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
This post will be based at the Hemel Hempstead site, but staff may be required to attend meetings at the other sites. The laboratory operates between 08:00 am and 16:30 pm, Monday to Friday.
The department uses the following equipment:o Thermofisher Phadia 250 analyserso Bluedivero HTZ320.
Prior experience in a healthcare setting is essential.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be expected to have a good understanding of areas within Immunology, working in different sections on a rotational basis maintaining skills & competency.
Experience of reading and interpreting a range of common patterns tested by indirect immunofluorescence and operating Phadia analysers is essential.
The post holder will be responsible for performing tasks to meet the needs of the lab service. This could include a range of technical, scientific, professional & clinical duties to achieve the objectives of efficient and effective patient care, ensuring that the needs of the laboratory are met to deliver a quality clinical service.
They are expected to maintain compliance with good laboratory practice, quality assurance procedures in accordance with UKAS ISO 15189 standards and participate in internal and external quality assurance programmes as well in the quality control, document, and incident reporting procedures.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/.
We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net.
If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The applicant will undertake maintenance on specialised laboratory instruments and equipment prior to being used for patient investigations.
They will be responsible to technically validate, interpret and report results within the agreed turnaround times.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The applicant will undertake maintenance on specialised laboratory instruments and equipment prior to being used for patient investigations.
They will be responsible to technically validate, interpret and report results within the agreed turnaround times.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Relevant degree to the profession.
- HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist.
- IBMS Specialist Portfolio and/or demonstrable experience working in an Immunology.
- Participation in a CPD Scheme.
Desirable
- Post registration qualification.
Knowledge:
Essential
- Working knowledge of Autoantibody and allergy analysis, Laboratory Health & Safety.
- Knowledge of antibody/antigen associations and disease processes.
Desirable
- Instrumentation and quality systems.
Experience:
Essential
- IBMS Specialist Portfolio/Relevant post HCPC registration experience working at Band 5 or above in immunology.
- Previous healthcare experience.
- Experience of reading and interpreting a range of common patterns tested by indirect immunofluorescence.
- Experience operating Phadia analyser.
Desirable
- Deputising for Band 7 BMS.
- Previous supervisory and/or teaching experience.
- Experience of analysis of autoantibodies and allergy on immunoassay platform.
- NHS experience.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Relevant degree to the profession.
- HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist.
- IBMS Specialist Portfolio and/or demonstrable experience working in an Immunology.
- Participation in a CPD Scheme.
Desirable
- Post registration qualification.
Knowledge:
Essential
- Working knowledge of Autoantibody and allergy analysis, Laboratory Health & Safety.
- Knowledge of antibody/antigen associations and disease processes.
Desirable
- Instrumentation and quality systems.
Experience:
Essential
- IBMS Specialist Portfolio/Relevant post HCPC registration experience working at Band 5 or above in immunology.
- Previous healthcare experience.
- Experience of reading and interpreting a range of common patterns tested by indirect immunofluorescence.
- Experience operating Phadia analyser.
Desirable
- Deputising for Band 7 BMS.
- Previous supervisory and/or teaching experience.
- Experience of analysis of autoantibodies and allergy on immunoassay platform.
- NHS experience.
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).
