Job summary
We are looking for HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists to
join our friendly, dedicated and professional team but candidates currently
working towards their IBMS registration portfolio may be considered. The
successful candidate will be based within Blood Sciences. Blood sciences at
CDDFT is a very busy laboratory with much to offer the successful candidate.
The job description is generic for all Blood
Sciences BMS staff and all necessary training will be provided but evidence and
experience in a UK laboratory in Haematology and Transfusion or Biochemistry is
preferred. APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE THAT RELEVANT EXPERIENCE SHOULD HAVE BEEN
OBTAINED WITHIN THE LAST THREE YEARS.
Main duties of the job
The department operates a 24/7 shift system covering
dayshifts, late shifts, nightshifts weekends and Bank Holidays which the
successful applicant must participate in.
Cross-site cover will be required at the other site to meet
the needs of the service. Candidates
must be able to provide documentary relevant CPD evidence in support of their
application at interview.
The department has a specialist portfolio
training programme in place and has a proven track record of success. The
successful applicant will be expected to take an active role in the training
and development of staff within the department from MLA to Band 4.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Blood Sciences Department is UKAS accredited and part of
your role will be to complete all required quality documentation including
training, competency and CPD.
You must be an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist, have an
IBMS accredited BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent.
Candidates working towards HCPC registration will be
considered. Candidates must be able to
provide documentary relevant CPD evidence in support of their application at
interview.
The main automation in Haematology is changing in 2025 to
Siemens Hema analysers and stainers, Coagulation ACL TOPS 550 analysers and
Blood Transfusion to Ortho automated technology.
Clinical Biochemistry at CDDFT processes approximately
800,000 samples per year utilising Siemens Advia XPT Chemistry and XPT Centaur systems
as well as HbA1c testing, xanthochromia analysis. The laboratory continuously
assesses and improves its testing repertoire. The LIMS is provided by Clinisys
Winpath.
Experience of the above is advantageous but not essential as
all necessary training will be provided.
The department operates a 24/7 shift system covering
dayshifts, late shifts, nightshifts weekends and Bank Holidays which the
successful applicant must participate in. There is currently one BMS covering Biochemistry
on each site after 2030 and at weekends.
Cross-site cover will be required at the other sites to meet
the needs of the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Blood Sciences Department is UKAS accredited and part of
your role will be to complete all required quality documentation including
training, competency and CPD.
You must be an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist, have an
IBMS accredited BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent.
Candidates working towards HCPC registration will be
considered. Candidates must be able to
provide documentary relevant CPD evidence in support of their application at
interview.
The main automation in Haematology is changing in 2025 to
Siemens Hema analysers and stainers, Coagulation ACL TOPS 550 analysers and
Blood Transfusion to Ortho automated technology.
Clinical Biochemistry at CDDFT processes approximately
800,000 samples per year utilising Siemens Advia XPT Chemistry and XPT Centaur systems
as well as HbA1c testing, xanthochromia analysis. The laboratory continuously
assesses and improves its testing repertoire. The LIMS is provided by Clinisys
Winpath.
Experience of the above is advantageous but not essential as
all necessary training will be provided.
The department operates a 24/7 shift system covering
dayshifts, late shifts, nightshifts weekends and Bank Holidays which the
successful applicant must participate in. There is currently one BMS covering Biochemistry
on each site after 2030 and at weekends.
Cross-site cover will be required at the other sites to meet
the needs of the service.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
- Shift work
- Out of hours work
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent.
Desirable
- Computer literate
- ECDL
- Working towards the specialist diploma
- Science / English / Math A-levels
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Organise own work activites
- Prioritisation of duties
- Communication
- Medical / Scientific terminology
- Numerical : Calculations etc
- Manual dexterity, Tests and analysers
- Precise and accurate work performance
Desirable
- Additional responsibilities e.g. H&S nominee, COSHH, risk assessor
Statutory Registration
Essential
Desirable
- Membership of any other professional body e.g. IBMS
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
- Shift work
- Out of hours work
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent.
Desirable
- Computer literate
- ECDL
- Working towards the specialist diploma
- Science / English / Math A-levels
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Organise own work activites
- Prioritisation of duties
- Communication
- Medical / Scientific terminology
- Numerical : Calculations etc
- Manual dexterity, Tests and analysers
- Precise and accurate work performance
Desirable
- Additional responsibilities e.g. H&S nominee, COSHH, risk assessor
Statutory Registration
Essential
Desirable
- Membership of any other professional body e.g. IBMS
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
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
