Main area Cytology Grade Band 5 / Band 5 Annex 21 Contract Permanent: 2 Full time roles Hours
* Full time
* Flexible working
37.5 hours per week (Some weekend and evening working will be required)
Job ref 320-CDCS-3541
Employer University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type NHS
Site Royal Derby Hospital
Town Derby
Salary £29,970 - £36,483 Trainee BMS role will be on Annex 21 £27,362
Salary period Yearly
Closing 25/03/2025 23:59
Interview date 08/04/2025
Biomedical Scientist / Trainee Biomedical Scientist
Band 5 / Band 5 Annex 21
A great opportunity has arisen for 2 self-motivated and enthusiastic candidates to join our friendly team in Cytology, part of Derbyshire Pathology UHDB. This post is based at the Royal Derby Hospital.
We are looking for someone who has experience in Cytology to at least Healthcare Science Assistant level with an IBMS accredited BSc in Biomedical Science, for a trainee role, or a qualified Biomedical Scientist with HCPC registration.
Significant IT skills would be an advantage.
You will need to have good communication and keyboard skills, and the ability to work under pressure within our busy department. Our ideal candidate will be pro-active, keen to learn and work well within a team environment.
Candidates who hold the NHSCSP Certificate of Competence and are trained in Thinprep technology are positively encouraged to apply and an awareness of the NHSCSP and understanding of molecular testing would also be an advantage.
Main duties of the job
The main purpose of the role is to participate in or to undertake a training programme be able to participate in day-to-day workload of the Cytology laboratory. To participate in or train to participate in reporting negative, high risk HPV primary screened tests and to microscopically screen and rapid review cervical cytology reflex slides. In addition you will be trained to participate in the day-to-day processing of non-gynae cytology samples and to support the BMS Team with the supervision of staff and workflow management to maintain an efficient Cytology service.
As a trainee you will be supported to complete an IBMS Certificate of Competence portfolio which will enable you to apply for HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist.
5 days per week - Monday to Friday initially. There will be a requirement, once trained, to work as part of an extended day / weekend rota.
Working for our organisation
In return we will offer:
* Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
* On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
* Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Closing date of advert: 25 March 2025
Date of interview: 8 April 2025
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
* Cervical screening certificate of competence
* Commenced IBMS Registration portfolio
Skills
* IT skills, data collection and presentation
* Excellent communication skills - written and verbal
* Trained to participate in Non-Gynae preparation
Experience
* Training and development experience
* Understanding and experience of UKAS and H & S
* Evidence of ability to trouble shoot
Our Trust aims to provide the highest quality care to patients within Derbyshire and South East Staffordshire and we want the very best people to work with us.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
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