University Hospitals Tees
Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist
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Job Description
We are seeking applications from suitably qualified, enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists with appropriate experience, knowledge, and skills to join our scientific team and participate in the delivery of services provided by Blood Transfusion and Haematology as part of the TVP service operating out of University Hospital North Tees and Hartlepool Hospital, Stockton on Tees, Hartlepool Hospital, The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, and the Friarage Hospital, Northallerton.
Candidate Requirements
Candidates for the Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) roles should be HCPC state registered, hold an IBMS Specialist Portfolio, and have experience of working various shifts across both core and non-core hours in their chosen discipline.
Depending on the level of qualifications and degree of experience from applications for the Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) posts, consideration will also be given to applicants who are newly qualified HCPC candidates and who may be working towards these qualifications and thus be applicable for employment at Registered Biomedical Scientist (Band 5) level.
Trainee BMS positions considered providing completion of the IBMS registration portfolio is achieved within 3 months of employment and will start on Annex U.
Role Responsibilities
Rotation through all sections within the chosen department will provide candidates with a wide range of experience. The role involves taking a leading role in achieving daily workload targets, therefore effective interpersonal and communication skills are crucial. The ability to work efficiently as part of a team and be able to prioritize work in order to meet strict deadlines is essential.
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- Analyse pathology specimens and provide technically accurate results.
- Be professionally accountable for the interpretation of patients’ results to enable diagnostic and treatment regimes for clinical colleagues.
- Provide specialist knowledge and assistance to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients within their area of responsibility.
The post holder will be expected to work with senior staff to help support the integration of Haematology into Pathology from a staff, IT, and technological perspective.
The post holder will be expected to work across TVPS attending all sites as necessary.
The post holder will be expected to have specialist knowledge of all sections of the service and be involved in delivering research and development within that service. They will also be expected to participate in the training and development of new, trainee, or support staff.
After completion of training, the post holder will be expected to participate in the out-of-hours rota including late shifts, nights, and weekends.
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Working Environment
Please note this post may close at sufficient applicants.
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have come together to form University Hospitals Tees. As a result, post holders may be required to work across sites within both organisations.
Across University Hospitals Tees, our ambition is to be the best place to work, ensuring we have the right staff in the right roles at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care and experience.
We are committed to supporting our staff through an inclusive and supportive working environment, offering health and wellbeing initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.
We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behavior change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Rebecca Gallagher
Job Title: Operational Lead
Email Address: rebecca.gallagher6@nhs.net
Telephone Number: 01642 746064
Rebecca Gallagher
Operational Lead Scientist – Haematology
rebecca.gallagher6@nhs.net
Direct Line North Tees: 01642 383753
Direct Line James Cook: 01642 854315
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