Advanced Biomedical Scientist

Job summary

Are you a highly skilled and dedicated HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist looking to advance your career in a world-leading healthcare environment?

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and skilled HCPC registered Advanced Biomedical Scientist specialising in Biochemistry to join our dynamic Blood Sciences department.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a highly regarded healthcare setting, delivering essential diagnostic services that directly impact patient care. As an Advanced Biomedical Scientist, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services within our Biochemistry team.

A presentation will be required as part of the recruitment process and there is an expectation that the post holder will support in the delivery of a 24/7 laboratory service.

Main duties of the job

1. Responsible as lead Biomedical Scientist for a specialist area.
2. Manages and coordinates the day-to-day activities of the team.
3. Leads on service improvement.
4. Processes specialist investigations and is responsible for the standard and quality of results.
5. Provides specialist advice to clinicians regarding the appropriateness of tests and timescales.
6. Provides specialist service e.g. training, advanced troubleshooting, problem-solving for specialist requirements.
7. Works flexibly in reflection of service needs which may include an extended working day and/or participation in delivery of a 24-hour, 7-day per week service.
8. Maintains and promotes the professional image of both Pathology and CUH Trust.
9. Works safely as the job entails coming into constant contact with human body fluids, tissues, and hazardous chemicals.

About us

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds, the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff, and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national, and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

This vacancy will close at midnight on: 2nd March 2025.

Interviews are due to be held on: 7th March 2025.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent.
• MSc in Biomedical Science or related subject.
• Additional appropriate specialist qualification if required, e.g., higher specialist diploma (IBMS).
• Evidence of Continual Professional Development.

Desirable

• Holds or is working towards a qualification that supports management responsibilities such as a certificate in Quality Management, Training, or Leadership.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Pathology IT systems.
• Experience of Quality Management Systems.
• Experience of training and supervision of staff.
• Substantial practical experience of working in a Biomedical Science laboratory.

Desirable

• Previous relevant experience of working in the NHS at a senior level.
• Experience of performing incident investigations, audits, and risk assessments.

Knowledge

Essential

• Theoretical knowledge of Biomedical procedures.
• Specialist knowledge of Blood Sciences - particularly Biochemistry and/or Haematology.
• Knowledge of Pathology IT systems.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems.
• Demonstrable understanding of ISO15189.

Desirable

• Knowledge of HR policies.

Skills

Essential

• Willingness to undertake cross-training to extend skill set to deliver role.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Able to prioritise own workload and that of others to meet the needs of the service.
• Demonstrable interpersonal skills - can work as part of a team.
• Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time.
• High degree of manual dexterity to perform complex laboratory techniques.
• Ability to follow processes and procedures.
• Ability to supervise less experienced staff, including supporting the training of staff.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors, and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

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