University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist
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Job Summary
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust is one of the largest acute hospital Trusts in England, serving the populations of Birmingham and Solihull. The Trust is composed of four main hospital sites: Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEHB), Heartlands Hospital, Good Hope Hospital, and Solihull Hospital (HGS).
The clinical biochemistry department provides a 24/7 diagnostic and monitoring service for routine and urgent automated investigations. The Clinical Chemistry department is equipped with Abbott Alinity c and i series analysers and the Abbott a3600 track.
Specialist Chemistry provides a wide range of services to the Trust as well as other Hospital Trusts. Equipment includes IDS iSYS, Shimadzu HPLC, and Sciex Tandem Mass Spectrometry analysers, with several tests measured including immunosuppressants and steroids.
As one of the specialist's biomedical scientists within the team, you will be trained and supported in the analysis, technical validation, interpretive decisions, and reporting of samples to achieve the objectives of efficient and effective patient care.
Main Duties, Tasks & Skills Required
We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our busy, friendly team and support our progressive department in providing high quality, timely, and specialized services.
We are UKAS accredited to ISO 15189 2022 standards, MHRA approved, and IBMS accredited for training.
This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience of working in a fast-paced department that is continually growing, and to expand and develop your existing knowledge and skills.
You must have a BSc in Biomedical Science (or equivalent) with HCPC registration. The ideal candidate will have a wide range of chemistry experience. The Specialist Diploma is essential, however current band 5 staff with relevant experience may be considered on a B6 learning contract.
The laboratory operates a 24/7 service, and after appropriate training, you will be expected to support the departmental shift system as required, shifts are currently arranged as follows: Early (7:30-3:30pm), Day (9:00-5:00pm), Late (14:00-22:00pm), and Nights (21:45pm-7:45am).
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About Us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value, and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do, and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such, we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long-term health condition, mental health, or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job Description
Please Note: For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent academic achievement ratified by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
- State registration with Healthcare Professions Council (HCPC).
- Post-registration specialist competency portfolio or equivalent.
- Evidence of continuing professional development and proficiency in accordance with HCPC guidelines.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in clinical laboratories commensurate with the laboratory position.
- Experience of laboratory techniques and automation.
- Experience of dealing with suppliers, clinical and support staff, the public, or customer care.
A Working Knowledge Of
- Biomedical Science theory and practice (Haematology, Transfusion, Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Cellular Pathology).
- Quality control and assurance practices.
- Laboratory health and safety.
- HCPC and IBMS professional standards, ethics, and proficiencies.
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Desirable
- Understanding of accreditation within labs (e.g., ISO 15189, MHRA).
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Honesty
- Reliability
- Resilience and adaptability
- Self-motivated.
- Positive attitude.
- Expected to participate in all out-of-hours periods as required by service provision.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here.
UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information, please see the NHS Careers website.
For Help With Your Application, Contact
Stephnie Shuttleworth
Stephnie.Shuttleworth@uhb.nhs.uk
0121 424 2349
Pay Scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959.00 to £48,117.00 Yearly
Contract
Permanent
Working Pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working
Reference Number
304-9014997
Job Locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
Attachments
Job Description
Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist JD PS.pdf – 562KB Opens in a new window
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