Specialist Biomedical Scientist : Cellular Pathology
Job Title: Specialist Biomedical Scientist : Cellular Pathology
Location: Taunton
Salary: GBP38,682 : GBP46,580 + joining bonus of up to GBP10,000 and GBP1,500 wellbeing allowance
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
We have an exciting opportunity for a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with expertise in Diagnostic Cytology, Andrology and Flow Cytometry to join us on a full time and permanent basis. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to providing a high:quality patient centric service and are enthusiastic about mentoring and sharing their knowledge. Our small team of Biomedical Scientists operate a weekday, core hours service. On site discipline specific support is available from Team Manager.
Your site of work will be the Hub laboratory which takes a leading technological approach with state of the art equipment and organisation of workflow based on LEAN principles. SPS supports testing for the local NHS Trust and primary care providers. SYNLAB UK and Ireland have established experience of working in partnership with the NHS to deliver and improve pathology services through its existing pathology joint ventures : including Southwest Pathology Services (SPS).
SPS has been fundamental to making a positive difference to healthcare in Somerset for over a decade. We hold ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and are an HCPC approved training Laboratory for both IBMS Registration and Specialist Portfolios. At SYNLAB, we believe in nurturing a culture of well:being and ensuring our employees are supported both professionally and personally. We offer a Wellbeing Allowance worth up to GBP1500 per annum for our esteemed team members working in Band 2 : 6 roles. In addition to a competitive pay structure, we offer a joining bonus of up to GBP10,000, relocation package and access to SYNLAB benefits scheme. SPS maintains a comprehensive training budget designed to support the career development of all staff members.
Responsibilities
* Perform and interpret routine and specialist testing providing patient centric scientific excellence whilst maintaining high quality standards in accordance with ISO15189.
* Supervise, mentor and support other Biomedical Scientists and Trainee Biomedical Scientists within the department, sharing knowledge, experience and passion for the work.
* Maintain fitness to practice and participate actively in CPD. Receive support from a dedicated Training team and extensive resources to develop skills and knowledge.
* Help make a positive difference to the lives, health and wellbeing of the community served, through shared values.
About You
* HCPC registration, with post registration experience working in Diagnostic Cytology, Andrology and/or Flow Cytometry
* Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
* Good understanding of the clinical significance of results and ability to interpret and act upon the results produced.
* Confidence to make decisions in line with guidelines and written procedures to support patient care.
To commence employment as a Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist you must have your Specialist Portfolio or equivalent qualifications and experience. However, SPS are committed to support dedicated and engaged Band 5 applicants looking to complete a Specialist Portfolio.
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