An opportunity has arisen within NHS Forth Valley for an enthusiastic and proficient HCPC registered Clinical Biochemist.
The clinical biochemist team is currently comprised of 2 consultant grade Clinical Biochemists and a recently appointed 8A Clinical Biochemist. This post is a new post and provides an exciting opportunity for the post holder to be involved in all aspects of service delivery including training, audit and clinical liaison. The role will include supporting the Chemistry department to develop key clinical aspects of the service and to achieve full ISO15189 (2022) accreditation.
Forth Valley Royal Hospital is a modern and well-equipped hospital and was purpose-built to provide the very highest standard of accommodation and facilities for patients, visitors and staff. Mature woodland, ponds, landscaped courtyards and gardens are on site for both staff and visitors to enjoy.
Applications are invited from dynamic individuals with a proven scientific and professional record and the enthusiasm to work as part of a team. You should be a HCPC registered Clinical Scientist, hold an appropriate MSc in Clinical Biochemistry or a PhD in a relevant field and have full membership of the Royal College of Pathologists.
The department is working towards attaining full ISO15189 (2022) accreditation and CPD is actively encouraged.
The post may require out of hours working dependant on the demands of the service.
Informal enquiries and requests to visit the department are very welcome and should be made to:
Rebecca Pattenden, Consultant Clinical Biochemist & Clinical Lead
01324 566769
rebecca.pattenden@nhs.scot
Or
Charlotte Syme, Consultant Clinical Biochemist
01324 566773
charlotte.syme@nhs.scot
Closing date:
For insertion: External, 4 weeks
As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
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