Band 6 Biomedical Scientist Biochemistry

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  • Taunton, Somerset
  • £37,339-44,962 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Our Blood Sciences team operates a 24/7 service across our three laboratories and we have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our team. This position is based in Chemistry at our Hub Laboratory in Taunton and our Essential Service Laboratory at Musgrove Park Hospital. You will have the opportunity to work in a laboratory which takes a leading technological approach with state-of-the-art Beckman Coulter automated track and analytical systems. The department supports testing for the local NHS trust and primary care providers.Our team at SPS have been fundamental to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare in Somerset for over a decade. We hold ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and are an HCPC approved training Laboratory for both IBMS Registration and Specialist Portfolios.At SYNLAB, we believe in nurturing a culture of well-being and ensuring our employees are supported both professionally and personally. We offer a Wellbeing Allowance worth up to £1500 per annum for our esteemed team members working in Band 2 - 6 roles.In addition to a competitive pay structure, we offer a joining bonus of up to £5,000.SPS maintains a comprehensive training budget designed to support the career development of all staff members. This investment ensures that employees have access to the necessary resources and opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge and advance their professional growth.Main duties of the jobAs a Specialist Biomedical Scientist within the Chemistry team, you will perform and interpret routine and specialist testing providing patient centred scientific excellence whilst maintaining high quality standards in accordance with ISO15189.You will supervise, mentor and support Biomedical Scientists, Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Associate Practitioners and Medical Laboratory Assistants within your department, sharing your knowledge, experience and passion for your work. As a registered Biomedical Scientist, you will have the responsibility of maintaining fitness to practice and participate actively in CPD. SPS will commit to support you in developing your skills and knowledge in line with your professional growth and our business interests.Most importantly, through our shared values, you will help to make a positive difference to the lives, health and wellbeing of those within our community.QualificationsIf you have the following qualifications and skills then wed love to hear from you:
  • HCPC registration with post registration experience working in a Blood Sciences laboratory in a busy Chemistry department.
  • IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Chemistry
  • Good working knowledge and hands on experience working with automated Chemistry platforms.
We will also consider Band 5 applicants looking to complete a specialist portfolio with automatic progression to Band 6 upon successful completion.About usSYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.We promote an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models and facilitate a two-way communication, engage with staff and stakeholders transparently and actively encourage feedback and suggestions.We reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.Date posted10 March 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£37,339 to £44,962 a year Joining bonus of up to £10,000 + £1,500 wellbeing allowanceContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference numberE0308-25-0007Job locationsLisieux WayTauntonSomersetTA1 2LBJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesParticipate in and assist with clinical trials, the development of new tests and research & validation of equipment ensuring at all times compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management policies and practices.Provide technical advice to clinical staff.To perform and interpret routine and specialist Biomedical investigations and to participate daily in the scientific and technical activities of the laboratory section under the supervision of senior staff.Together with Senior staff help ensure compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local managementUtilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory, document review, non-conformance review and quality assurance processes.Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results.Attend and participate positively in laboratory and other meetings as directed by Laboratory senior staff.Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results.Attend and participate positively in laboratory and other meetings as directed by Laboratory senior staff.As directed by senior laboratory staff, plan and prioritise work allocations, training plans, audits of both yourself and junior staff, responding appropriately to the needs of routine and urgent activities.Encourage active participation in continuous professional development and support the introduction of new technologies and / or systems by being a change advocate.Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff.Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesParticipate in and assist with clinical trials, the development of new tests and research & validation of equipment ensuring at all times compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management policies and practices.Provide technical advice to clinical staff.To perform and interpret routine and specialist Biomedical investigations and to participate daily in the scientific and technical activities of the laboratory section under the supervision of senior staff.Together with Senior staff help ensure compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local managementUtilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory, document review, non-conformance review and quality assurance processes.Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results.Attend and participate positively in laboratory and other meetings as directed by Laboratory senior staff.Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results.Attend and participate positively in laboratory and other meetings as directed by Laboratory senior staff.As directed by senior laboratory staff, plan and prioritise work allocations, training plans, audits of both yourself and junior staff, responding appropriately to the needs of routine and urgent activities.Encourage active participation in continuous professional development and support the introduction of new technologies and / or systems by being a change advocate.Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff.Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • HCPC State Registration as a Biomedical Scientist in Blood Sciences discipline.
  • BSc (Hons) Biomedical degree or equivalent.
  • IBMS Specialist Portfolio or equivalent.
  • EDCL or equivalent IT qualification.
ExperienceEssential
  • Advanced working knowledge of Blood sciences automated techniques and practices including Biochemistry/Haematology/
  • Coagulation /Immunology and Blood Transfusion analytical platforms.
  • Competency to perform testing and validate results for Blood Sciences disciplines and in Blood transfusion duties to defined
  • protocols.
  • Advanced knowledge of theoretical and practical Blood Sciences techniques and practices.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • HCPC State Registration as a Biomedical Scientist in Blood Sciences discipline.
  • BSc (Hons) Biomedical degree or equivalent.
  • IBMS Specialist Portfolio or equivalent.
  • EDCL or equivalent IT qualification.
ExperienceEssential
  • Advanced working knowledge of Blood sciences automated techniques and practices including Biochemistry/Haematology/
  • Coagulation /Immunology and Blood Transfusion analytical platforms.
  • Competency to perform testing and validate results for Blood Sciences disciplines and in Blood transfusion duties to defined
  • protocols.
  • Advanced knowledge of theoretical and practical Blood Sciences techniques and practices.

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