South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology (SYBP) is on a transformational journey that will fully integrate our existing pathology services, providing the best possible service for patients and clinicians across the Integrated Care System. It is our mission to deliver high-quality and innovative laboratory medicine solutions to patients, clinicians and partners to improve health, add value to patient care, safeguard best clinical outcomes and support the transformation of healthcare across SYB and beyond.
A vacancy has arisen for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our team in the Blood Sciences department at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, which is hosted by the South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology Network.
We are looking for highly motivated, enthusiastic Biomedical Scientists with a flexible approach to work.
The posts are covering 37.5 hours over a 5 day working week.
Applicants must possess an IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Sciences, have relevant experience in Haematology, 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 close to assessment.
Main duties of the job
* To be accountable for own professional actions and work independently for long periods of time without supervision.
* Work in line with all prescribed Standard Operating Procedures and Policies as directed and be involved in the review process.
* Adhere to the Professional Code of Conduct for Health Care Scientists and will be accountable for your professional actions.
* Ensure that all tests are performed efficiently within the assigned time and in accordance with established protocols to the required standards.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all 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.
STHFT operates with a budget of £1.2 bn, has a workforce of over 18,500 employees, covers five hospital sites, provides care from over forty community settings, and has an excellent reputation for research.
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
Education and Qualifications
Essential
* IBMS accredited BSC in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
* Registered with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist
* Commitment to complete and maintain Mandatory Training and required Laboratory competencies
* Commitment to continuous professional development required to maintain HCPC registration
Desirable
* Evidence of continued CPD including relevant courses with regards to H& S, leadership, quality or training
* IBMS Specialist Diploma in a relevant specialist subject
Experience
Essential
* Experience with a range of laboratory techniques
* Detailed 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)
* Multi-disciplinary awareness
* Experience working within a laboratory providing local, regional or national tertiary reference facilities
* Experience in the implementation of new methodologies and/or equipment
* Experience with the UKAS accreditation process
* Experience in demonstrating leadership qualities
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
* Keyboard and basic IT skills
* Have an awareness of Health & Safety issues
* Can communicate effectively with staff of all grades
* Evidence of effective time management skills and with a methodical approach
* Evidence of good manual dexterity
* Able to follow and work to SOP and Policy
* Ability to work individually and part of a team.
* Maintains composure in pressurised situations
* Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work
* Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time whilst performing scientific analysis
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Hallamshire Hospital
Glossop Road
Sheffield
S10 2JF
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