York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist/Biomedical Scientist - Cellular Pathology (Hull)

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Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Biomedical Scientist or Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join us in a spacious and modern Cellular Pathology laboratory based at Hull Royal Infirmary. We provide a UKAS accredited diagnostic pathology service for the Scarborough, Hull and York Pathology Service and process over 30,000 cases per annum.

The successful candidate will be HCPC registered. If the successful candidate holds the IBMS specialist portfolio in Cellular Pathology. As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist, you will be experienced and operating as a Biomedical Scientist within Histopathology, in line with ISO 15189 standards.

Main duties of the job

You will be expected to undertake routine and specialist histopathology including immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, special stains, molecular diagnostics, laboratory QC and BMS cut-ups. In the next twelve months we will have implemented a new LIMS and digital pathology.

You will possess the knowledge and skill levels enabling you to work both independently; supervising other lab staff as appropriate; and under the supervision of senior biomedical scientists. You will also play a role in the training and development of scientific staff.

Candidates without the IBMS Specialist Portfolio will be considered for a Band 5 Biomedical Scientist post.

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
  • 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
  • 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 department/manager at interview stage.
  • 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

07 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £44,962 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

419-6577793-BMS-PS

Job locations

Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Hull

HU3 2JZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • IBMS-accredited BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science degree
  • Registration with the HCPC via portfolio route

Desirable

  • Other relevant professional or vocational qualification(s) e.g. IBMS Specialist Diploma

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

  • Previous experience of working in a pathology laboratory environment
  • Understands the contribution of Cellular Pathology to patient care
  • Aware of laboratory safety issues and maintaining patient confidentiality

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a Cellular Pathology laboratory
  • Previous experience of working in accordance with SOP's
  • Previous use of Cellular Pathology equipment
  • Minimum of 4 years post HCPC registration

Skills and Attributes

Essential

  • Attention to detail and excellent communication skills
  • Ability to organise self and prioritise workload

Desirable

  • Ability to follow complex instructions and make complex decisions
  • An ability to remain calm under pressure

Aptitude and Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Methodical approach to work and an ability to remain calm under pressure

Desirable

  • Experience in teaching, training and development of staff

Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: oWe are Kind. oWe are Open. oWe pursue Excellence
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • IBMS-accredited BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science degree
  • Registration with the HCPC via portfolio route

Desirable

  • Other relevant professional or vocational qualification(s) e.g. IBMS Specialist Diploma

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

  • Previous experience of working in a pathology laboratory environment
  • Understands the contribution of Cellular Pathology to patient care
  • Aware of laboratory safety issues and maintaining patient confidentiality

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a Cellular Pathology laboratory
  • Previous experience of working in accordance with SOP's
  • Previous use of Cellular Pathology equipment
  • Minimum of 4 years post HCPC registration

Skills and Attributes

Essential

  • Attention to detail and excellent communication skills
  • Ability to organise self and prioritise workload

Desirable

  • Ability to follow complex instructions and make complex decisions
  • An ability to remain calm under pressure

Aptitude and Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Methodical approach to work and an ability to remain calm under pressure

Desirable

  • Experience in teaching, training and development of staff

Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: oWe are Kind. oWe are Open. oWe pursue Excellence

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.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Hull

HU3 2JZ


Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Hull

HU3 2JZ


Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Chief Biomedical Scientist

Amy Duckles

amy.duckles@nhs.net

01482607744

Details

Date posted

07 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £44,962 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

419-6577793-BMS-PS

Job locations

Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Hull

HU3 2JZ


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