Overview
Join to apply for the Specialist Biomedical Scientist/Trainee Specialist Biomedical Scientist Annex 21 Paragraph 2(ii) role at NHS Tayside
This is an opportunity for an experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to work in a busy Blood Sciences Department providing a 24/7 high quality, analytical, interpretive and advisory diagnostic service, mainly to NHS Tayside Acute and Primary Care Divisions but also to North Fife and South Grampian. The Department operates on two sites, 20 miles apart, with the main laboratory facility at Ninewells Hospital in Dundee and a multi-disciplinary laboratory at Perth Royal Infirmary.
The post is in a state-of-the-art automated Blood Sciences laboratory with Siemens ADVIA 2120i FBC analysers, ACL TOPS Coagulation analysers, and blood film reporting. We provide specialist services such as Diabetic HbA1c measurement and Haemoglobinopathy investigation by capillary electrophoresis, Thrombophilia screening, Coagulation Point of Care/NPT monitoring, and leukaemia diagnosis using Immunophenotyping and cytochemistry. NHS Tayside Blood Sciences department is a UKAS accredited medical laboratory No. 8681.
Responsibilities
• Work in a 24/7 Blood Sciences laboratory providing analytical, interpretive and advisory diagnostic services.
• Demonstrate team spirit, initiative and flexibility, with the enthusiasm to train further.
• Participate in post-qualification professional development and, on attaining appropriate competences, join the roster for Out of Hours sessions which may include weekend, evening, overnight and public holiday duties.
Qualifications and eligibility
• You must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• You have completed or are working towards completion of the IBMS Specialist Diploma (Annex 21 would apply) or equivalent prior experience. Candidates without the above qualification will be paid a percentage of the maximum salary as a Trainee in accordance with Agenda for Change Annex 21 Paragraph 2(ii).
Hours
• 37.0 hours per week. Core working hours 08:30 to 16:30, Monday to Friday with additional out of hours working sessions.
Enquiries and informal visits
David Graham, Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Core lab NW) – Tel 01382 660111 Ext 31564, david.graham10@nhs.scot
Alanna Masson, Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Core lab NW) Haematology – Tel 01382 660111 Ext 31564, alanna.masson3@nhs.scot
How to apply
Applications for this post should be made by completing the application process on Jobtrain. Current NHS Tayside Employees – Written approval must be sought from your line manager prior to applying for this secondment. You will be required to bring this if shortlisted for interview. Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email; please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
Important information for candidates
• You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
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