Gateshead Fertility has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Embryologist to join our established team on a fixed-term basis.
Position Details
Band 6 or 7 depending on experience.
We are proud to provide a range of fertility treatments to patients across the North East and North Cumbria. Our reputation is built on compassionate expertise, care, and excellent patient outcomes. Our Embryology team actively participates in service development and has significant patient contact.
This NHS fertility unit serves a diverse patient population. Our multidisciplinary team shares a common vision and purpose that drives our continued success.
Candidate Requirements
* BSc degree in an appropriate biological science
* HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist
* ARCS (Association of Reproductive Clinical Scientists)
* ICSI micromanipulation skills
* Minimum 2 years relevant practical experience
* Evidence of personal and professional development
* Ability to pursue and lead scientific investigations
* Strong communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills
We welcome applications from candidates with suitable embryology experience who are working towards HPCP registration, for an appropriate role.
About Us
Based in the North East of England, we provide hospital and community health services from facilities including Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon Urgent Care Centre, and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we are one of the first foundation trusts in the country, consistently achieving high standards of patient care. We employ around 4,800 staff and provide 444 hospital beds across Gateshead.
Our Values and Initiatives
Our core values, represented by the acronym ICORE (Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement), underpin everything we do.
We promote staff wellbeing through various networks and initiatives, including the Global Ethnic Majority (GEM), D-Ability, LGBTQ+, Women’s, and Armed Forces networks. Our ‘Balance’ programme supports a healthy and fulfilling work environment. More information can be found at balancegateshead.com.
Contact
For further details or informal visits, contact:
* Name: Sophie Jewitt
* Job Title: Laboratory Manager
* Email: sophia.jewitt@nhs.net
* Telephone: 0191 445 2768
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