The post holder will maintain the Laboratory Information Service on a daily basis, allowing the service users access to accurate and updated patient care test results. The state registered Health Care Scientist is required to train and demonstrate methodologies on complex analytical equipment to medical staff, Clinical Scientists, other BMS staff, new entrant staff, students and medical laboratory assistants (MLA). To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH's 'PRIDE' values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence and demonstrate behaviours that support and encourage an inclusive culture.
We are seeking an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with experience of working as an independent practitioner, with skills in Clinical Biochemistry, and who is able to perform a range of analyses in Automation and Specimen Reception Services. We will also welcome applications from graduates who have completed an IBMS accredited biomedical sciences degree and started their registration portfolio.
The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is part of the Eastern Pathology Alliance (EPA), a network of three Trust Laboratories. Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff! We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute.
Responsibilities:
* Fault find equipment and analyser function after formal in-house training
* Manage own work and day-to-day routine work in specialised services. Responsible for processing both urgent and routine work to maintain routine turnaround times in line with Trust and Service policies
* Answer telephone inquiries from pathology users, patients and patient carers about test results and provide information that is complex about methodologies and service requirements
Benefits:
* Flexible working hours
* Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
* Multi Faith prayer room
* Discounted gym memberships
* Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
* Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
* Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
* Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
* On-site Nursery
* On-site cafes offering staff discounts
* Support in career development
* Flexible staff bank
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
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