Biomedical Scientist - Biochemistry

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Biomedical Scientist

Biochemistry

Southwest Pathology Services

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Band 6 (£38,682 - £46,580)

Hours: 37.5hpw

Location: Lisieux Way, Taunton, TA1 2LB

At Southwest Pathology Services (SPS), we offer a rare opportunity to join our team of passionate professionals as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Clinical Biochemistry.

Our laboratories boast a rich and diverse test repertoire, making every day varied and intellectually stimulating. Located in a beautiful rural setting, SPS offers the perfect blend of peaceful countryside living with easy access to stunning coastlines, rolling hills, and vibrant cities.

Were looking for individuals ready to take the next step in their career and become part of an innovative, dynamic organisation committed to excellence in patient care and scientific innovation.

Our Blood Sciences team operates a 24/7 service across our three laboratories, Musgrove Park Hospital, Yeovil District Hospital and our Hub site located in Taunton. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our team. This position is based inBlood Sciences (Biochemistry) at our essential services lab in Musgrove Park Hospital and our Hub laboratory.

You will have the opportunity to workin a laboratory which takes a leading technological approach with state-of-the-art Beckman Coulter analytical systems in Biochemistry. This includes DxA500 Automated Track system, AU5800, DxC700, DxI800 and Access 2 analysers. We also utilise Winpath LIMS system.The department supports testing for the local NHS trust and primary care providers.

SYNLAB UK & Ireland have extensive experience of working in partnership with the NHS to deliver and improve pathology services through its existing pathology joint ventures, including Southwest Pathology Services (SPS).

Our team at SPS have been fundamental to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare in Somerset for over a decade. We hold ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and are an HCPC approved training Laboratory for both IBMS Registration and Specialist Portfolios.

At SYNLAB, we believe in nurturing a culture of well-being and ensuring our employees are supported both professionally and personally. We offer a Wellbeing Allowance worth up to £1500 per annum for our esteemed team members working in Band 2 - 6 roles.

In addition to a competitive pay structure, we offer a joining bonus of up to £10,000, relocation package and access to SYNLAB benefits scheme.

SPS maintains a comprehensive training budget designed to support the career development of all staff members. This investment ensures that employees have access to the necessary resources and opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge and advance their professional growth.

Duties:

As a Biomedical Scientist within the Blood Sciences team, you will perform and interpret routine and specialist testing providing patient centred scientific excellence whilst maintaining high quality standards in accordance with ISO15189.

You will supervise, mentor and support other Biomedical Scientists, Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Associate Practitioners and Medical Laboratory Assistants within your department, sharing your knowledge, experience and passion for your work.

As a registered Biomedical Scientist, you will have the responsibility of maintaining fitness to practice and are required to participate actively in CPD.SPS will commit to support you in developing your skills and knowledge in line with your professional growth and our business interests. A dedicated Training team and extensive resources are available to support this.

Most importantly, through our shared values, you will help to make a positive difference to the lives, health and wellbeing of those within our community that we serve.

Qualifications:

• HCPC Registration within Biomedical Science
• IBMS approved Biomedical Sciences Degree or Equivalent in Clinical Biochemistry

Knowledge and experience

• Evidence of CPD in accordance with HCPC
• Post-registration experience in Biochemistry as a BMS
• Have extensive working knowledge of laboratory areas, including both practical and theoretical knowledge of the various methods employed
• Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of the basic physiology, pathology, and scientific principles relevant to Clinical Biochemistry
• Able to operate and maintain complex automated equipment
• Display experience and competency in all laboratory areas.
• Able to contribute to assessing and suggesting changes to laboratory operating procedures
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge and application of quality systems, with reference to ISO/UKAS
• Knowledge of Laboratory IT programmes

About Us

SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.

We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.

We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.

We promote an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models and facilitate a two-way communication, engage with staff and stakeholders transparently and actively encourage feedback and suggestions.

Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.

SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC Registration within Biomedical Science
• IBMS approved Biomedical Sciences Degree or Equivalent in Clinical Biochemistry

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD in accordance with HCPC.
• Post-registration experience in Biochemistry as a BMS.
• Have extensive working knowledge of laboratory areas, including both practical and theoretical knowledge of the various methods employed.
• Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of the basic physiology, pathology, and scientific principles relevant to Clinical Biochemistry.
• Able to operate and maintain complex automated equipment.
• Display experience and competency in all laboratory areas.
• Able to contribute to assessing and suggesting changes to laboratory operating procedures.
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge and application of quality systems, with reference to ISO/UKAS.
• Knowledge of Laboratory IT programmes.

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

Integrated Pathology Partnerships Limited

Address

I P P Facilities Ltd

Lisieux Way

Taunton

Somerset

TA12LB

Employer's website

https://synlab.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)