Biomedical Scientist - Chemical Pathology (Band 5) - Biochemistry - Northern Care Alliance NHS [...]

Biomedical Scientist - Chemical Pathology

Band 5

Main area: Biochemistry

Grade: Band 5

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Shift work to provide 24/7 service)

Job ref: 236-DPG-P168-25

Site: Salford Royal Hospital

Town: Salford

Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 Per Annum

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 03/03/2025 23:59

Job overview

Applications are invited from highly motivated Biomedical Scientists to join the Biochemistry team at PAWS as a Band 5 Biomedical Scientist, working a rotational shift pattern to cover a 24/7 service. You will hold HCPC state registration and have experience of working in a Biochemistry laboratory.

We process in excess of 1,000,000 requests per annum and are on the cutting edge of technology. You will have the opportunity to train and develop your skills in this large department, which includes an automated section with analysers connected to a track system for sample management. Regional services are also provided in our Specialist, Mass Spectrometry and Immunology sections.

Main duties of the job

1. Undertake the diagnostic, scientific & technical work which corresponds to the training & qualifications of a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist.
2. Maintain competence through CPD.
3. Work within Trust & departmental SOPs and Policies to ensure the delivery of a safe, patient-focused & high-quality service.
4. Participate in the out of hours service and cross-site working between Wigan and Salford as required.

Working for our organisation

The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.

Person specification

Qualifications

• HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist
• Willingness to complete Specialist Portfolio

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Practical and theoretical knowledge in Biochemistry.
• Analytical judgement and technical skills with attention to detail.
• Good team working, with ability to form effective working relationships.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• Laboratory experience in Biochemistry.
• Excellent organisational skills.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies and will not be liable for fees for candidates submitted speculatively.

We understand the importance of balancing work and home life. We are committed to supporting flexible working for our people wherever possible.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) serves a diverse population, and each Care Organisation works hard to ensure all services are accessible and fair.

We respect the value of difference. Our aim is to employ a workforce representative of the communities we serve.

We also warmly welcome interest from serving and ex-personnel, and their relatives. Please identify that you are a member of the armed forces community on your application form to be entitled to a guaranteed interview (subject to essential criteria being met).

In applying for this post, you give the Trust permission to use your data for recruitment purposes.

Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should we receive sufficient applications or if it is filled via the internal redeployment process.

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020.

If you have problems applying, contact

Name: Emma Cowling

Job title: Deputy Lab Manager - Biochemistry & Reception

Email address: emma.cowling@nca.nhs.uk

Telephone number: 0161 206 4992

Address: Turnpike House
Eccles New Road
Salford
M50 1SW