Biomedical Scientist - Blood Sciences

Job description

Job responsibilities

Biomedical Scientist | Blood Sciences |Band 6 equivalent salary| Permanent| Full time 37.5 hours | Southampton|

Spire Southampton Pathology Service is recruiting for a permanent full time Biomedical Scientist to join their dynamic and forward-thinking team. The ideal candidate will possess experience in blood sciences and hold current HCPC registration.

*Shift based to cover weekdays 06.30-14.30/14.30-22:00 Saturdays 08:00-16:00 and Sundays 09:00-17:00 plus on call

Spire Pathology Services is one of the UKs largest networks of accredited laboratories. In 2015, our 22 specialist laboratories and 200 staff carried out more than two million tests from a simple full blood count to a complex tumour marker. We deliver to agreed service levels including one-hour turnaround times on specific tests where requested.

Our integrated network is supported by excellent logistics and full electronic connectivity, meaning we can deliver cost-effective services of the highest quality to our customers. We offer fast turnaround times, live management reporting, online results and a unique customer feedback portal providing live customer satisfaction.

Duties and responsibilities

You will be part of an experienced and supportive pathology team working within a state-of-the-art lab

• Plan, analyse, assess and report pathology investigations
• Analyse, interpret and report information and knowledge related to ideas and concepts
• Develop and evaluate the movement of laboratory specimens, blood and tissues
• Plan, monitor and quality assure the application of technology for measuring and monitoring pathology investigations

Who we're looking for

• Must hold a degree in Biomedical Sciences and have significant experience within Blood Sciences
• Have current HCPC registration
• Minimum of 18 months post qualifying experience

Benefits

We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance

For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group that has been putting patients at the heart of everything we do for over 40 years. We have 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland.

Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference; its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in Biomedical Sciences and have significant experience within Blood Sciences
• Have current HCPC registration

Experience

• Minimum of 18 months post qualifying experience

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

Chalybeate Cl,

Southampton

SO16 6UY

https://www.spirehealthcare.com/