The Role
Successful applicant will join a friendly team of Biomedical Scientists and support staff and will be responsible for the day‑to‑day processing and validation of results from patient samples: blood, urine, faeces, tissue biopsies, CSF and other body fluids in specialist and routine laboratory sections in Biochemistry using a range of scientific measurements and technical procedures.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
* There are a number of posts available across the NHSGGC Biochemistry departments.
* The advertised posts are for the South Sector, covering Queen Elizabeth University Hospital and Victoria ACH, and the Clyde Sector, covering Royal Alexandra Hospital, Inverclyde Royal Hospital and Vale of Leven Hospital.
* Successful candidates on the reserve list may be offered a future post at the North Sector covering laboratories at Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Gartnavel Hospitals and Stobhill Hospital.
* These are permanent posts with a combination of full‑time and part‑time hours, worked over a 24/7 shift pattern after completion of a suitable training period.
* Salary is pro rata for part‑time hours.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide a high quality specialist diagnostic service through the analysis, validation and authorisation of patient results to support effective diagnosis and treatment.
* Work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team to prioritise workload, deliver agreed turnaround times and respond to urgent clinical situations.
* Perform routine and specialist analytical techniques using complex automated and manual laboratory equipment in line with SOPs and UKAS standards.
* Act as a mentor and supervisor to trainee biomedical scientists, medical laboratory assistants and support staff.
* Provide specialist advice to clinical and nursing colleagues on test selection, sample requirements and interpretation of results.
* Participate in quality assurance, audit, service improvement and the development and validation of new methods and technologies.
* Contribute to out‑of‑hours service provision where required, maintaining professional judgement and first‑line responsibility for service delivery.
Knowledge, Training, Qualifications and/or Experience Required
* State registration with the HCPC is mandatory for this post, along with a BSc Honours degree in Biomedical Science or an equivalent qualification acceptable for HCPC registration.
* Formal evidence of specialist knowledge of a range of discipline‑specific procedures and evidence of continuing professional development (e.g., a specialist portfolio, attendance at specialist courses, training on new instrumentation and learning through reflective practice).
* You must be able to evidence your continuing professional development and have effective written, organisational, verbal and keyboard/IT skills.
* The department is fully committed to continued professional and personal development and will support the successful applicant in achieving their full potential.
* Candidates without a specialist portfolio may be considered for appointment under AFC Annex 21 terms and conditions and will start on a percentage of the Band 6 scale depending on experience. As specialist portfolios are a requirement for this post, they must be completed before progression to the full Band 6 salary.
What We Offer
* Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
* A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays.
* Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits.
* Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme.
* Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses.
* Enhanced pay for working public holidays.
* NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services.
* Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies.
Equal Opportunity
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community and is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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