About this role
Job summary
This is an exciting time to join the Pathology team in Dorset. We are currently making great progress with our vision to create a first class integrated pathology service for Dorset.
The 'One Dorset Pathology' service encompasses site at Dorset County Hospital, Poole Hospital and The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals which will provide clinicians, patients, and carers with a consistent and high standard of service across the area and maximise efficiency in the use of resources.
Staff will be able to develop to their full potential and substantial investment has been agreed, offering opportunities for service development and state-of-the-art modernisation.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Biomedical Scientist to join our Biochemistry Section within the friendly Blood Sciences Team at Dorset County Hospital.
The successful applicant will be a state registered BMS.
The hospital is in the county town of Dorchester which is eight miles from the Jurassic coastline and award-winning beach.
The department has IBMS training approval, UKAS ISO15189:2022 accreditation and encourages professional development.
Main duties of the job
To assist in the organisation of and participate in the work of the Biochemistry Section, in accordance with the departmental policies, protocols and quality standards.
The post holder will be expected to support the service working shifts including evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.
Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.
Job description Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
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For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential
HCPC State registration in Biochemistry
Desirable
Evidence of involvement in ongoing training and development relevant to the post.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Desirable
Evidence of working independently or as part of a team. Experience of working in a UKAS Biochemistry accredited laboratory
SKILLS & ABILITIES Essential
Evidence of knowledge of manual and automated techniques within Biochemistry Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake role
Desirable
Evidence of working within Specimen reception/preparation areas. Evidence of work planning and time management Evidence of communicating effectively Evidence of flexible approach to working patterns and hours Evidence of working with Laboratory computer systems
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 Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)