South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The Pathology departments at University Hospitals North Tees and Hartlepool (NTH) and South Tees Hospitals (STH) are working collaboratively to develop a joint service called Tees Valley Pathology (TVP) with services being delivered on all hospital sites.
Depending on the level of qualifications and degree of experience from applications for the Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) posts, consideration will also be given to applicants who are newly qualified HCPC candidates and who may be working towards these qualifications and thus be applicable for employment at Registered Biomedical Scientist (Band 5) level.
We are seeking applications from suitably qualified, enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists with appropriate experience, knowledge and skills to join our scientific team and participate in the delivery of services provided by Biochemistry as part of the TVP service operating out of University Hospital North Tees and Hartlepool Hospital, Stockton on Tees, Hartlepool Hospital, The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough and the Friarage Hospital, Northallerton.
Candidates for the Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) roles should be HCPC state registered, hold an IBMS Specialist Portfolio and have experience of working various shifts across both core and non-core hours in their chosen discipline or have equivalent expertise that can be demonstrated on their application.
Main duties of the job
Rotation through all sections within the chosen department will provide candidates with a wide range of experience. The role involves taking a leading role in achieving daily workload targets therefore effective interpersonal and communication skills are crucial. The ability to work efficiently as part of a team and be able to prioritise work in order to meet strict deadlines is essential.
Analyse pathology specimens and provide technically accurate results. Be professionally accountable for the interpretation of patients' results to enable diagnostic and treatment regimes for clinical colleagues. Provide specialist knowledge and assistance to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients within their area of responsibility.
The post holder will be expected to work with senior staff to help support the integration of Clinical Biochemistry into Pathology from a staff, IT and technological perspective.
The post holder will be expected to have specialist knowledge of all sections of the service and be involved in delivering research and development within that service. They will also be expected to participate in the training and development of new, trainee or support staff.
Please note this post will close at sufficient applicants.
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD)
* HCPC State Registration
* MSc Biomedical Science
Experience
* Work in an accredited pathology laboratory.
* Use of instrumentation and specialised techniques used within the department.
* Supervision of staff
Knowledge
* Laboratory techniques and Biomedical science relevant to Clinical Chemistry.
* Relevant legislation and health and safety requirements.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Manual dexterity for procedures where precision is required.
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.
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