The Scarborough, Hull and York Pathology Service (SHYPS) is seeking two enthusiastic Associate Practitioners to work in our busy, friendly Cellular Pathology laboratory.
These positions are temporary fixed term/secondment contracts for up to 12 months. You will be responsible for performing a wide range of scientific procedures and result interpretation on biological samples that contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases and the investigation of other pathological processes. We are looking for individuals with a good knowledge of Cellular Pathology.
If you wish to apply for this as a secondment opportunity, please seek permission from your line manager before applying.
Applicants must be able to commit to and demonstrate the Trust Values and Behaviours.
The core hours are Monday to Friday 08:30am until 5:00pm.
Shortlisted candidates are encouraged to organise an informal visit prior to interview using the contact details provided.
Please note: This post may become Permanent at end of the Fixed Term/Secondment.
We are looking for individuals who are hard-working, innovative and work well as part of a team.
Responsibilities
* To work in a consultant led team being responsible for performing a wide range of scientific procedures.
* The postholder is a member of a team of laboratory staff that deliver a medical laboratory service to achieve the objectives of efficient and effective patient care and resource management within the Trust; to maintain at all times the required high standards and quality.
* The postholder will use individual judgment to make decisions that will have an impact on the end product in order to facilitate the provision of accurate and timely reports within available resources.
* The postholder will be expected to support and advise less experienced staff such as trainees, students as well as Medical Laboratory Assistants.
Our Benefits
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants.
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service).
* A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.
* A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave.
* Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme.
* NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
* An extensive range of learning and development opportunities.
* Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance through an array of providers.
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Helen Armitage, Job title: Chief Biomedical Scientist, Email address: harmitage1@nhs.net, Telephone number: 01904 725783.
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