Job summary
Are you enthusiastic, professional, reliable, and highly motivated? If so, we have an exceptional opportunity for you to join our pathology team at a busy district general hospital! We are currently seeking Trainee Biomedical Scientists to be part of our dynamic team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Our hospital has been rated as "Excellent" in a CQC inspection, reflecting our commitment to providing outstanding patient care. Join us and you'll be based in the state-of-the-art facilities of the Haematology and Blood Transfusion department at King's Mill Hospital.
To be eligible for this role, it is essential that you hold an HCPC accredited Biomedical Sciences degree. Unfortunately, applicants without an accredited degree or those requiring top-up modules will not be considered for an interview. PLEASE NOTE ALL INTERVIEWS MUST BE FACE TO FACE.
At the conclusion of the 12 months, you will have successfully completed the registration portfolio and the external assessment, making you eligible to apply for HCPC registration. This opens up a world of opportunities in the field of Biomedical Sciences, unlocking your potential for professional growth and development.
It's important to note that while we invest in your training and development, we cannot guarantee a substantive post will be available at the end of the 12 months. However, we believe that the experience gained during this period will be an excellent foundation for your future career.
Main duties of the job
To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. Possess an HCPC accredited degree
Knowledge
Essential
1. Some knowledge of laboratory investigations, processes and procedures
2. Knowledge of laboratory safety, including infectious diseases, COSHH, spillages, waste disposal
3. Computer and keyboard skills together with experience of common software packages
4. Ability to work accurately from written protocols
Further Training
Essential
1. Prepared to follow in service training course
Experience
Essential
1. Capable of frequent and extended periods of concentration
2. Ability to work accurately and to show attention to detail
3. Good verbal and written communication skills
Desirable
1. Experience of working in a Diagnostic Laboratory
Contractual Requirements
Essential
1. Willingness to work with potentially infectious substances (with appropriate H&S guidance)
2. Demonstrably able to cope with workload peaks and demands or other pressures
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
King's Mill Hospital
Mansfield Road
Sutton-in-Ashfield
NG17 4JL
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