About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join the Clinical Chemistry Department at Hull, part of the Scarborough, Hull and York Pathology Service (SHYPS)
You will join a dedicated team delivering an efficient, high-quality diagnostic service within a busy Clinical Biochemistry laboratory. The role involves participation in scientific work for the investigation of pathological disease. The post holder will have in-depth scientific knowledge of Clinical Biochemistry with particular emphasis on toxicology, trace elements, chromatography and mass spectrometry.
The successful candidate will work within the Specialist Biochemistry section, which provides a wide range of specialist analytical services. The equipment within the section includes two Mass Spectrometers, HPLC , ICP-MS, HM-JACKarc, and two Phadia Immunocap analysers . The service offers an extensive repertoire of specialist testing including Toxicology, Trace Metals, and Immunosuppressant monitoring.
We are keen to hear from enthusiastic and motivated individuals who have an interest in method development and wanting to be involved with expanding the testing repertoire within the department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their specialist scientific knowledge and contribute to service innovation.
Applicants who have successfully completed an IBMS Specialist Portfolio will be employed on the appropriate AfC Band 6 rate if successful.
Main duties of the job
To carry out the analysis of patient samples providing a range of diagnostic methods, including participation in method development and validation activities to support service improvement and expansion of the testing repertoire. To ensure the quality and timeliness of results by use of internal quality controls (IQC) and external quality assessment samples (EQA) according to departmental SOPs and departmental Quality Assurance Policy. To ensure that specialist equipment within the area of work is functioning efficiently through good housekeeping, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. To perform technical validation of patient results. To communicate effectively with clinicians, nurses and other service users regarding patient results and service updates. Participation in the mid-box rota within the Automated Biochemistry section The laboratory is UKAS accredited and committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and patient care.
If you wish to apply for this post as a Secondment opportunity, please seek permission from your current line manager before applying.
The post may become Permanent at the end of Fixed Term/Secondment.
About us
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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.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science course (or alternative IBMS-approved qualification) Registration with the HCPC
Desirable
Specialist portfolio in related discipline or IBMS Log Book in the relevant discipline1
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a Biochemistry Department Two years post registration experience in an HCPC approved diagnostic laboratory and successful completion of the IBMS Specialist Portfolio or successful completion of the IBMS Log Book in the relevant discipline1
Desirable
Experience in a Biochemistry laboratory offering a similar test repertoire
Skills Essential
Excellent verbal and oral communication skills
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.
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 Hull Royal Infirmary
Anlaby Road
Hull
HU3 2JZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)