Advanced Biomedical Scientist - Biochemistry

HCA Healthcare UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

Advanced Biomedical Scientist - Biochemistry

Pay Competitive with weekend work paid as overtime

Hours Full time

Contract Permanent

Role Other Qualified Professional

Posted 3 Apr 2025

Closes 3 May 2025

Job Description

Advanced Biomedical Scientist - Biochemistry
London, HCA Laboratories (Shropshire House)
Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: 7.5 hour shifts Monday-Friday with weekend rota participation also required
Permanent
Salary: Competitive with weekend work paid as overtime

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Biomedical Scientist in Biochemistry to join our team. You will provide a high-quality and comprehensive 24-hour pathology service for laboratory users, working as a team member within Biochemistry and bringing any problems which may affect the provision of the service to the attention of the Service Lead/Deputy.

HCA Laboratories has over 35 years' experience in providing pathology services, for acute care in our HCA Hospitals, IVF Clinics, Insurance work, healthcare screening and GP services. We cover all disciplines in pathology including allergy, biochemistry and endocrinology, haematology and blood transfusion, histopathology and cytology, immunology, and microbiology and serology, with each laboratory equipped with the best available analytical instrumentation.

The weekday shift times are:

1. 08:00 - 16:30
2. 09:30 - 18:00
3. 10:30 - 19:00
4. 12:00 - 20:30

Weekends:

1. 08:00 - 14:00
2. 08:00 - 20:30

Duties & responsibilities:

• Speedy and accurate processing of samples, and monitoring and resolving of outstanding lists
• Liaise with 3rd Party Liaison Officer to ensure urgent work is completed on time
• Ensure Validation / authorising queue is monitored regularly and there are no build ups
• Ensure processes and flow between specimen reception and Chemistry is efficiently and proactively managed
• Maintain good working relationship with Consultant Biochemists and ensure results needing clinical escalation happens in real time
• Actively support training of junior staff and Trainee BMS staff
• Draw up staff rotas for section cover
• Ensure equipment in Biochemistry working correctly and that maintenance is performed and recorded
• Validation of new tests and equipment
• Review and revision of SOPs and other documents
• UKAS accreditation

What you will bring:

• BSc. Biomedical Science
• MSc desirable but not essential
• HCPC Registered
• Member of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences
• Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences is desirable
• Evidence of continual personal development
• Extensive knowledge of Clinical Biochemistry (preferably a Specialist Portfolio)
• Working knowledge of Roche Cobas and Infinity
• Used to multitasking and good at managing high volumes of samples

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That's why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Advanced Biomedical Scientist at HCA Laboratories, you'll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity and Inclusion
Patients first. Colleagues always. That's the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues.