University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Trainee Biomedical Scientist
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Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Trainee Biomedical Scientist
Contract Type: Permanent
Applicants who can demonstrate that they already meet the required competencies may be offered a Band 5 contract upon appointment.
Main Duties of the Job
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in the Microbiology Department at UHS as a Trainee Biomedical Scientist.
The department processes over 1,000,000 specimens per year. We employ almost 100 staff and provide a comprehensive 7-day service covering bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, virology, serology, and parasitology and molecular testing.
We are IBMS accredited for pre-registration training and specialist training in medical microbiology, virology, and infectious science.
The role involves 24/7 working on a shift pattern, including earlies, cores, lates, and night shifts.
You will rotate through sections of the laboratory, providing technical support to Biomedical Scientists and working alongside Biomedical Support Workers. Duties will include processing of clinical samples, maintenance of equipment, and training other members of staff when you have gained competence in section.
Trainee BMS staff would not lead the shift out of hours. Upon registration, you will be the supervisor on shift working alongside an Associate Practitioner and/or Biomedical Support Worker.
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Candidates must be able to work all these shifts.
Weekends and bank holidays are also worked on a rotation.
Please note, a high volume of applications may result in the advert closing early.
Working for Our Organisation
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for;
- Providing timely and accurate results for patient treatment, monitoring, screening, and therapy. This includes communicating effectively with a range of healthcare professionals including Consultants and clinical leads, maintaining a high standard of professional competency, and complying with Pathology’s Quality Management System.
- Assisting in any coordinated response or activity of a Local/regional/national/international nature, e.g., a mass casualty event, a bioterrorism incident, or a major disease outbreak.
- Post-registration, supervising support staff and staff in training, including providing supervision if/when working out of hours.
- Completing an IBMS registration portfolio in the relevant pathology discipline as part of this progressive post.
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Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience
Essential criteria
- HCPC approved Biomedical Science degree (BSc) or other HCPC approved degree/top ups
- Capable of achieving HCPC registration
- Evidence of current CPD activities
- Capable of completing IBMS portfolio within 12 months
- Completion of IBMS portfolio and HCPC registration required for progression to Band 5
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience in a medical laboratory
- IT competency (Microsoft, Outlook, hospital IT systems)
Trust Values
Essential criteria
- Patient First
- Working Together
- Always Improving
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