Main area: Immunology
Grade: Band 5
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Full Flexibility Required)
Job ref: 153-SP04548
Department details
Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Bournemouth
Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 pa
Salary period: Yearly
Closing date: 29/05/2025 23:59
About us
University Hospitals Dorset is a three-site acute trust with ‘university hospital’ status through our partnership with Bournemouth University, operating with an annual budget of £730m. We employ around 10,000 staff and are developing state-of-the-art facilities as part of a £250m estates programme.
Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with beaches and nearby natural landscapes, we offer an excellent work/life balance. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from underrepresented groups and supporting various staff networks.
Job overview
We are seeking a qualified HCPC registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our Immunology Department in an ISO15189:2012 accredited lab. The role involves providing diagnostic and monitoring services across a wide geographical area, supporting services at both Royal Bournemouth and Poole General Hospitals.
We support professional development and training, and the successful candidate will be part of the One Dorset Pathology service, a collaborative effort across Dorset hospitals to deliver high-quality pathology services within the South 6 network.
Qualifications
* Honours degree or equivalent in biological sciences acceptable by IBMS/HCPC
Main duties
1. Analyze blood, body fluids, tissues, and cells using specialized lab equipment for disease diagnosis and treatment monitoring.
2. Manage delegated tasks and contribute to the organization and delivery of clinical pathology services.
3. Assist in training and development of trainee staff and support workers.
4. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of immunology developments as part of CPD.
Additional information
Full job description and person specification are attached. Flexibility to work across Trust locations is expected. Staff are encouraged to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Internal candidates will be offered UHD terms and conditions. The role may involve site relocations, with travel considered part of normal commute.
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