Biomedical Scientist Band 6
Job overview
The successful applicant will be HCPC registered, have the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology or have several years’ broad experience in current laboratory practice including specialist histology techniques such as immunohistochemistry and specimen dissection.Being flexible, self-motivated and innovative will be fundamental to your role. The ability to communicate well with the senior and laboratory team is essential as well as having good team working and organisational skills with ability to use your initiative.
Please note that previous applicants within 6 months need not apply.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is a registered practitioner in a team of Biomedical Scientists and Medical Laboratory Assistants. The post holder will participate in the delivery of a medical laboratory service to achieve the objectives of efficient and effective patient care, and resource management within the Trust; participate in the day-to-day organisation, maintenance of work flow and any particular responsibilities associated with their designated sections; participate in the teaching and development of staff currently in their section; maintain at all times the required high standards and quality; maintain an up to date knowledge of specialist area and current working practices within the diagnostic laboratory.The post holder is expected to work at both sites.
Working for our organisation
St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification.
The recruiting team reserve the right to close this advertisement early once applications reach maximum limit.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent with 3 years post graduate laboratory experience
- Specialist Portfolio in Cellular Pathology
Experience
Essential criteria- Experience of working as a Biomedical Scientist in Histology.Demonstrate a broad level of laboratory experience
- Understanding of the principles of audit Some experience in training and supervision of lower staff grades.
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Able to communicate effectively in English language both in writing and verbally. Problem solving skills Ability to keep calm under pressure and act professionally at all times
- A broad range of techniques and knowledge of UKAS accreditation Knowledge of Laboratory computer systems e.g. Telepath