About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced Biomedical Scientist to join the Senior Biomedical Scientist team within York Microbiology.
The post holder must possess a thorough understanding of the technologies and methodologies relevant to Microbiology and demonstrate effective leadership and management capabilities, while working collaboratively to achieve shared goals.
The successful applicant will be expected to work full time and participate in the on call, early/late shift, weekend and Bank Holiday roster.
Interviews for this post will be held face to face with no remote option available.
Part time hours and Job share can be considered.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be expected to work within the existing Senior Biomedical Scientist team, supporting and deputising for the Chief Biomedical Scientists and the Head BMS.
The role will include, but is not exclusive to:
o Working collaboratively between work areas and networked laboratories.
o Providing effective leadership and management.
o Involvement in, and responsibility for, line management and HR processes to support the department.
o Providing operational support within the laboratory, as well as leading Microbiology bench sections and teams within the department
o Participating in the out of hours services including on-call shifts, early/late shifts, weekends and bank holidays.
o Supporting compliance with the QMS and organising the laboratory to ensure all daily tasks are successfully completed.
o Ensure oversight of external quality assurance for laboratory sections.
About us
Trust Information Pack:
https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme An extensive range of learning and development opportunities Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:[email protected].
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training Essential
Registration with the HCPC. IBMS Specialist Portfolio in related discipline or equivalent BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science course (or alternative qualification) approved by the HCPC for registration. MSc or equivalent in related discipline
Desirable
Any relevant further qualifications, e.g. management qualifications
Experience and Knowledge Required Essential
Minimum 3 years' experience at a BMS grade
Desirable
Experience in a Microbiology laboratory offering a similar test repertoire Supervisory / teaching experience Specialist experience in a particular area
Skills and Attributes Essential
Ability to foster good working relationships Ability to organise self and prioritise own workload
Desirable
Training experience Leadership skills
Aptitude and Personal Qualities Essential
Willing to provide cover in times of operational difficulty, with reasonable notice Leadership qualities
Desirable
Ability to motivate colleagues and self
Values & Behaviours Essential
Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours
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 York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address York Hospital
Wigginton Road
York
YO31 8HE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)