Biomedical Scientist / Trainee Biomedical Scientist
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Job summary
The Scarborough, Hull and York Pathology Service (SHYPS) is seeking a suitably qualified Biomedical Scientist or Trainee Biomedical Scientist to work in our busy, friendly, Immunology Laboratories at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Based in Hull, your role will be to carry out analytical tests in the new regional Immunology laboratories. Rotating through all sections of the department under the supervision of a Senior Biomedical Scientist you will get the opportunity to work in our autoimmune, immunochemistry, flow cytometry and allergy laboratories. We are looking for an individual who is hard working, innovative, sociable, and works well as part of a team.
To qualify for the Biomedical Scientist role applicants must be registered with the HCPC. Individuals applying for a trainee position must have an IBMS accredited Biomedical Science degree or equivalent.
The Immunology Laboratory is based in a purpose built facility at Hull Royal Infirmary that forms part of an integrated Blood Sciences service within The Scarborough Hull and York Pathology Service. The department provides a wide-ranging laboratory service to primary and secondary care.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated, forward thinking individual who wants to make a significant contribution to the development of the department and patient care.
Main duties of the job
- To carry out the analysis of patient samples, and provide interpretive advice in the provision of a Clinical Laboratory Service according to departmental SOPs and departmental Quality Assurance Policy.
- To use and maintain highly specialist scientific instruments for the diagnosis and monitoring of disease.
- Communicate effectively with clinicians, nurses and other service users.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants.
- A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting manager at interview stage.
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Details
Date posted
10 June 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£28,407 to £42,618 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
419-6345492-BMS-PSD
Job locations
Hull University Teaching Hospitals
Anlaby Road
Hull
HU3 2JZ
Employer details
Employer name
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hull University Teaching Hospitals
Anlaby Road
Hull
HU3 2JZ
Employer's website
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