Job summary There is an exciting opportunity within Health Services Laboratories located at the Whittington Hospital, to recruit a Senior Biomedical Scientist for Biochemistry. Applications are invited from committed, motivated and enthusiastic individuals who wish to extend their skills and be instrumental in moving the department into an exciting future. The newly formed Essential Services Laboratory (ESL) at the Whittington hospital is about to undertake significant upgrades to the facilities and equipment and is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior BMS to be involved in verification of analysers and transfer of service from the current lab to the new ESL following completion of the building works. If you would like to be involved in shaping the future of the pathology services at HSL and are HCPC Registered with an accredited Biomedical Science Degree and post registration experience, you are invited to apply. Main duties of the job Significant experience of working in a Biochemistry laboratory is essential and experience of verification of equipment/assays, change management, and staff management would be advantageous. You will be part of a team responsible for the day to day running of the routine Biochemistry section and have the opportunity to play an integral part in introducing new methodologies and technologies and providing a service of the highest standard to our service users. The post holder will have opportunities for further development, with responsibilities for quality and training dependent on experience. The department has an excellent training programme to develop staffto realise their potential and career advancement. You will be working 37.5 hrs per week on a 24/7 shift pattern. About us At HSL we offer a variety of excellent staff benefits including: Training and development opportunities supporting professional development Annual performance related salary review As we are a private company we are not restricted by salary bandings and so are able to negotiate appropriate salaries based on experience. This also means that annual salary reviews do not hit a band ceiling. Discounted gym membership we have a corporate gym membership scheme with Better Gyms Cash healthcare plan cash back on a variety of healthcare costs including dentist and opticians Sick Pay Entitlement 5 paid days in the first year of employment, 20 days thereafter Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service Cover Life Assurance providing salary continuation for long term illness -six months qualifying period Employee Assistance Programme supporting staff wellbeing Season Ticket Loan Scheme interest free loan for the cost of annual travel ticket Perkbox Access to additional staff perks and benefits such as high street discounts Company Pension Scheme company and staff contributions which increase with service Competitive annual leave allowance -28 days Flexible working hours 37.5 hours standard working week Date posted 29 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Up to £60,100 DOE Inc. HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number E0111-25-0006 Job locations Whittington Hospital Magdala Avenue London N19 5NF Job description Job responsibilities An experienced Biomedical Scientist to lead a team of staff in a section of the department with responsibility for providing a comprehensive, high quality laboratory medicine service to all HSL clients. The Senior Biomedical Scientist must use a combination of knowledge, decision making, organisational and supervisory skills to ensure that the appropriate testing is performed safely, accurately and in a timely manner, on each sample received. Main duties 1. To co-ordinate and participate in the routine processing of specimens; and to allocate work to the other BMS and MLA staff to ensure a smooth workflow. 2. To ensure that for each sample the appropriate requested investigations are performed in a timely manner. 3. To ensure that specialised and urgent specimens are appropriately dealt with. 4. To participate in the technical work as required. 5. To ensure appropriate maintenance and safe use of equipment. 6. To assist in the development of rotas in conjunction with the other senior biomedical staff and ensure that they are operated correctly, and to liaise with the other senior BMS staff to provide continuous cover from the start of each day. 7. To co-ordinate adequate supplies of laboratory consumables and reagents and co-ordinate their stock control. 8. To contribute to audit activities. 9. To contribute to the maintenance and development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). 10. To be involved in staff recruitment for Medical Laboratory Assistant and Biomedical Scientist grades, and to conduct appraisals as required. 11. To undertake method development and evaluation as directed by departmental manager, with inputting into service development. 12. Deputise for departmental manager as required. Training and Education 1. To be competent in the area of work for which you have supervisory responsibility. 2. To make sure that the training documentation is up to date and complies with UKAS, HCPC and IBMS regulations. 3. To further develop junior colleagues by assisting in the training of trainee BMS, AP and MLA staff. 4. To undertake teaching, competency and induction of new staff in conjunction with the other senior biomedical staff, and be actively involved in staff meetings and seminars. 5. To keep abreast of current developments in the field and attend courses and meetings as relevant. 6. To continue own personal and professional development by participation in a recognised CPD scheme. To maintain registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). 7. To maintain own personal development and attend departmental meetings as required. 8. To undertake mandatory training as per the requirements of the contracts with the HSL Job description Job responsibilities An experienced Biomedical Scientist to lead a team of staff in a section of the department with responsibility for providing a comprehensive, high quality laboratory medicine service to all HSL clients. The Senior Biomedical Scientist must use a combination of knowledge, decision making, organisational and supervisory skills to ensure that the appropriate testing is performed safely, accurately and in a timely manner, on each sample received. Main duties 1. To co-ordinate and participate in the routine processing of specimens; and to allocate work to the other BMS and MLA staff to ensure a smooth workflow. 2. To ensure that for each sample the appropriate requested investigations are performed in a timely manner. 3. To ensure that specialised and urgent specimens are appropriately dealt with. 4. To participate in the technical work as required. 5. To ensure appropriate maintenance and safe use of equipment. 6. To assist in the development of rotas in conjunction with the other senior biomedical staff and ensure that they are operated correctly, and to liaise with the other senior BMS staff to provide continuous cover from the start of each day. 7. To co-ordinate adequate supplies of laboratory consumables and reagents and co-ordinate their stock control. 8. To contribute to audit activities. 9. To contribute to the maintenance and development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). 10. To be involved in staff recruitment for Medical Laboratory Assistant and Biomedical Scientist grades, and to conduct appraisals as required. 11. To undertake method development and evaluation as directed by departmental manager, with inputting into service development. 12. Deputise for departmental manager as required. Training and Education 1. To be competent in the area of work for which you have supervisory responsibility. 2. To make sure that the training documentation is up to date and complies with UKAS, HCPC and IBMS regulations. 3. To further develop junior colleagues by assisting in the training of trainee BMS, AP and MLA staff. 4. To undertake teaching, competency and induction of new staff in conjunction with the other senior biomedical staff, and be actively involved in staff meetings and seminars. 5. To keep abreast of current developments in the field and attend courses and meetings as relevant. 6. To continue own personal and professional development by participation in a recognised CPD scheme. To maintain registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). 7. To maintain own personal development and attend departmental meetings as required. 8. To undertake mandatory training as per the requirements of the contracts with the HSL Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualification in pathology disciplines consistent with State Registration requirement. MSc or equivalent experience in a relevant subject Current registration with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Specialist Diploma in relevant discipline Skills and Abilities Essential Good organisational skills. To work accurately, neatly and efficiently. Attention to detail is very important. To work in a team. Basic Keyboard skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite. To maintain patient confidentiality at all times. To work on own initiative To communicate efficiently in English Use of laboratory equipment relevant to the specialty Experience of utilising statistical analysis software. To be able to write and review SOPs Experience Essential Working in a routine diagnostic laboratory Demonstrate experience of working to a laboratory Quality Management System proficiency in relevant techniques Minimum 3 years HCPC registration Experience of using a Laboratory Information System Experience of supervising staff Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualification in pathology disciplines consistent with State Registration requirement. MSc or equivalent experience in a relevant subject Current registration with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Specialist Diploma in relevant discipline Skills and Abilities Essential Good organisational skills. To work accurately, neatly and efficiently. Attention to detail is very important. To work in a team. Basic Keyboard skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite. To maintain patient confidentiality at all times. To work on own initiative To communicate efficiently in English Use of laboratory equipment relevant to the specialty Experience of utilising statistical analysis software. To be able to write and review SOPs Experience Essential Working in a routine diagnostic laboratory Demonstrate experience of working to a laboratory Quality Management System proficiency in relevant techniques Minimum 3 years HCPC registration Experience of using a Laboratory Information System Experience of supervising staff 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Health Services Laboratories Address Whittington Hospital Magdala Avenue London N19 5NF Employer's website https://www.hslpathology.com/ (Opens in a new tab)