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Job summary

Main area
Special Haematology
Grade
Band 5
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
358-6247715-CSI
Employer
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
UHL
Town
Leicester
Salary
£28,407 - £34,581 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
11/07/2024 23:59

Employer heading

NHS

Biomedical Scientist

Band 5

We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance

Job overview

JOB TITLE: Biomedical Scientist – Blood Sciences

GRADE: Band 5

BASE: Your primary base will be Leicester Royal Infirmary

REPORTS TO: Team Leader

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Departmental Service Manager 

Main duties of the job

The ideal candidate will be HCPC registered,  possess a degree or equivalent qualification approved by the IBMS/ HCPC, with sufficient post registration experience in Haematology to practice at Band 5 level. Applications for Trainee Band 5 positions may be considered.

Working for our organisation

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals: 

  • high-quality care for all, 
  • being a great place to work, 
  • partnerships for impact, and 
  • research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

  • we are compassionate,
  • we are proud, 
  • we are inclusive, and 
  • we are one team 

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder will be expected to assist the section manager  in the daily operations and service provision of the department.

We are looking for good team players who can effectively contribute to the on-going development of the  services within the Trust. Candidates should also show an ongoing commitment to continued professional development and training / education.

You will be a well-motivated, responsible team member who is able to manage high workloads, perform to a high quality standard and work as part of a team or on your own initiative with minimal supervision. You must be able to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills, a flexible approach in line with the Trust agenda of service reconfiguration and be capable of working accurately and efficiently under pressure.

Person specification

Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential criteria
  • Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours

Training & Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • State Registered BMS (HCPC);
Desirable criteria
  • IBMS Accredited Biomedical Science degree
  • Started a registration portfolio

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Able to demonstrate competency in appropriate laboratory techniques
Desirable criteria
  • NHS Hospital Laboratory experience
  • Haematology specific experience

Communication and relationship

Essential criteria
  • Able to communicate concisely, effectively and clearly
Desirable criteria
  • Able to demonstrate team working

Skills

Desirable criteria
  • Experience of troubleshooting appropriate laboratory instrumentation

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoCare quality commission - Goodhttps://www.gov.uk/government/publications/kickstart-scheme-employer-resources/kickstart-scheme-brand-guidelinesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident committedHappy to Talk Flexible Working

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Janine Rolland
Job title
Deputy Service Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0116 258 6574
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