A vacancy has arisen for a Biomedical Scientist to join our friendly and hardworking team in the Clinical Chemistry department at Barnsley Hospital, which forms part of the South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology Network.
We are looking for highly motivated, enthusiastic Biomedical Scientists with a flexible approach to work.
Participation in the out of hours service is an essential requirement, once deemed competent in all relevant areas. The OOH service is provided over 24/7, 365 days.
Applicants must possess an IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Sciences, have relevant experience in Clinical Chemistry, and hold current registration with the HCPC (Band 5/Band 6 BMS). Ideally, candidates will have completed the IBMS specialist portfolio (Band 6 BMS) or be ready for assessment.
Main duties of the job
Ensure all tests are performed efficiently within the assigned time and in accordance with established protocols to the required standards. Assist in maintaining high scientific and technical standards. Maintain complex pieces of laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results are produced for patients. Participate in out of hours rotas covering the 24/7 routine Biochemistry service. Be accountable for own professional actions and work for long periods of time without direct supervision. Assist in monitoring quality standards, perform audit as directed in line with service needs. Monitor stock levels and assist senior members of staff with ordering and organising stock as required. Participate in regular CPD activities to maintain up-to-date knowledge and experience.
Please note this vacancy is banded dependent upon applicants' experience relevant to this post. The banding of the successful applicants will start at Band 5 unless applicants meet the necessary threshold of skills and experience required to start on Band 6.
About us
The South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology Partnership is invested in training, developing, and supporting staff in all aspects including academic courses from certificates of achievement, registration, specialist and higher specialist IBMS portfolios, apprenticeships and leadership and management qualifications.
We pride ourselves on enabling opportunity across all our sites to develop staff and provide a strong and sustained service for the future.
You will be working for an organisation that values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff, including commitments to professional development and many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
IBMS accredited BSC in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent Registered with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist Completion of IBMS post-graduate registration portfolio or equivalent Commitment to complete and maintain Mandatory Training and required Laboratory competencies Commitment to complete the relevant Specialist BMS IBMS portfolio IBMS Specialist Diploma in a relevant specialist subject (Band 6)
Desirable
Evidence of continued CPD including relevant courses regarding H&S, leadership, quality, or training
Experience
Essential
Experience with a range of laboratory techniques Understanding of job content Ability to work with other colleagues to improve and develop working practices Discipline-specific NHS experience in a UKAS accredited laboratory (Microbiology/Virology/Histopathology/Blood sciences * laboratory) (Band 6) Multi-disciplinary awareness (Band 6) Experience with a wide range of laboratory techniques in use across Blood sciences (Band 6) Experience working within a laboratory providing local, regional, or national tertiary reference facilities (Band 6) Experience in the implementation of new methodologies and/or equipment (Band 6) Experience with the UKAS accreditation process (Band 6)
Desirable
Discipline-specific NHS laboratory experience Multi-disciplinary awareness Experience in demonstrating leadership qualities
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
Keyboard and basic IT skills Awareness of Health & Safety issues Ability to communicate effectively with staff of all grades Evidence of effective time management skills and a methodical approach Evidence of good manual dexterity Able to follow and work to SOP and Policy Ability to work individually and as part of a team. Maintains composure in pressurised situations Ability to concentrate for extended periods while performing scientific analysis
Desirable
Experience in using Siemens Atellica Equipment
Values and Behaviours (PROUD)
Essential
Understanding of how laboratory services are part of the patient pathway and impact on patient care Developed interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels Understanding the need to accept responsibility for own actions and ensure accuracy and attention to detail Ability to work as part of a team Ability to work within defined timescales
Personal Qualities
Essential
Understanding and following clear instructions. Prepared to work flexibly including participation in weekend and evening work and out of hours rotas as appropriate to competency. Commitment to role Show a professional and positive attitude
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Barnsley Hospital
GAWBER ROAD
BARNSLEY
S752EP
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
190-8660-DIR #J-18808-Ljbffr
We are looking for highly motivated, enthusiastic Biomedical Scientists with a flexible approach to work.
Participation in the out of hours service is an essential requirement, once deemed competent in all relevant areas. The OOH service is provided over 24/7, 365 days.
Applicants must possess an IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Sciences, have relevant experience in Clinical Chemistry, and hold current registration with the HCPC (Band 5/Band 6 BMS). Ideally, candidates will have completed the IBMS specialist portfolio (Band 6 BMS) or be ready for assessment.
Main duties of the job
Ensure all tests are performed efficiently within the assigned time and in accordance with established protocols to the required standards. Assist in maintaining high scientific and technical standards. Maintain complex pieces of laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results are produced for patients. Participate in out of hours rotas covering the 24/7 routine Biochemistry service. Be accountable for own professional actions and work for long periods of time without direct supervision. Assist in monitoring quality standards, perform audit as directed in line with service needs. Monitor stock levels and assist senior members of staff with ordering and organising stock as required. Participate in regular CPD activities to maintain up-to-date knowledge and experience.
Please note this vacancy is banded dependent upon applicants' experience relevant to this post. The banding of the successful applicants will start at Band 5 unless applicants meet the necessary threshold of skills and experience required to start on Band 6.
About us
The South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology Partnership is invested in training, developing, and supporting staff in all aspects including academic courses from certificates of achievement, registration, specialist and higher specialist IBMS portfolios, apprenticeships and leadership and management qualifications.
We pride ourselves on enabling opportunity across all our sites to develop staff and provide a strong and sustained service for the future.
You will be working for an organisation that values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff, including commitments to professional development and many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
IBMS accredited BSC in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent Registered with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist Completion of IBMS post-graduate registration portfolio or equivalent Commitment to complete and maintain Mandatory Training and required Laboratory competencies Commitment to complete the relevant Specialist BMS IBMS portfolio IBMS Specialist Diploma in a relevant specialist subject (Band 6)
Desirable
Evidence of continued CPD including relevant courses regarding H&S, leadership, quality, or training
Experience
Essential
Experience with a range of laboratory techniques Understanding of job content Ability to work with other colleagues to improve and develop working practices Discipline-specific NHS experience in a UKAS accredited laboratory (Microbiology/Virology/Histopathology/Blood sciences * laboratory) (Band 6) Multi-disciplinary awareness (Band 6) Experience with a wide range of laboratory techniques in use across Blood sciences (Band 6) Experience working within a laboratory providing local, regional, or national tertiary reference facilities (Band 6) Experience in the implementation of new methodologies and/or equipment (Band 6) Experience with the UKAS accreditation process (Band 6)
Desirable
Discipline-specific NHS laboratory experience Multi-disciplinary awareness Experience in demonstrating leadership qualities
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
Keyboard and basic IT skills Awareness of Health & Safety issues Ability to communicate effectively with staff of all grades Evidence of effective time management skills and a methodical approach Evidence of good manual dexterity Able to follow and work to SOP and Policy Ability to work individually and as part of a team. Maintains composure in pressurised situations Ability to concentrate for extended periods while performing scientific analysis
Desirable
Experience in using Siemens Atellica Equipment
Values and Behaviours (PROUD)
Essential
Understanding of how laboratory services are part of the patient pathway and impact on patient care Developed interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels Understanding the need to accept responsibility for own actions and ensure accuracy and attention to detail Ability to work as part of a team Ability to work within defined timescales
Personal Qualities
Essential
Understanding and following clear instructions. Prepared to work flexibly including participation in weekend and evening work and out of hours rotas as appropriate to competency. Commitment to role Show a professional and positive attitude
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Barnsley Hospital
GAWBER ROAD
BARNSLEY
S752EP
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
190-8660-DIR #J-18808-Ljbffr
