Job summary
The Molecular Diagnostics department provides a range of blood grouping tests using molecular techniques for NHS and international customers. Tests are focused on prediction of fetal blood group using free fetal DNA in maternal plasma for pregnant women with potential blood group incompatibility with their fetus, and patient blood group using DNA, where serological tests cannot be performed. We also provide a national fetal RHD screening service to support targeted antenatal RhIg prophylaxis for D negative pregnant women. In return youll benefit from an excellent pension, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, using modern equipment and practices, where you can develop your specialist skills and scientific education.
Main duties of the job
You will be required to perform, analyse, record and interpret a wide range of laboratory investigations and technical procedures relating to the issue of patient test results for organ transplant and blood transfusion and the issue of blood and tissue products, with the support of the team. You will be responsible for the support and training of new and less experienced laboratory and adminstrative staff. You will be required to handle blood and tissue samples and operate a range of laboratory analysers and equipment. You will be required to communicate with the general public, other NHSBT departments and external contacts as required. We have 2x Biomedical Scientist (B5) positions available working Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Saturday. Both roles may require you to work variable hours and days with reasonable notice. The laboratory working hours are 07:00 to 18:00, Monday to Saturday.
About us
It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need. Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever. You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Details
Date posted
04 November 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
005266
Job locations
NHSBT - Filton
500 North Bristol Park
Bristol
United Kingdom
BS34 7QH
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Blood and Transplant
Address
NHSBT - Filton
500 North Bristol Park
Bristol
United Kingdom
BS34 7QH
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