Job Title: Biomedical Scientist
Trust:Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Location: Stoke Mandeville and High Wycombe
Pay Rates: Band 6 £22.99ph
Contract: Temporary, around 3-6 months
Working to a 24 hour / 7-day shift pattern
Ward/Department: Biochemistry
Why might this job interest you?
Are you ready to take your career to the next level as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Clinical Biochemistry? At Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, you’ll join a dynamic, forward-thinking team dedicated to cutting-edge diagnostics and patient care.
With the chance to work across multiple specialties, use state-of-the-art analysers like the Alinity Abbott, and contribute to research and development, this role offers variety and challenge in equal measure. You'll play a pivotal role in quality management, mentor upcoming professionals, and stay at the forefront of laboratory science—all while making a tangible difference in patient outcomes.
This is more than just a job; it’s your opportunity to lead, learn, and leave a lasting impact.
What you can bring:
· Bring your expertise, passion for precision, and dedication to patient care to our team. Your role as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Clinical Biochemistry will allow you to:
· Deliver accurate and timely diagnostic services, utilizing cutting-edge equipment like the Alinity Abbott analyser.
· Ensure the highest standards of quality management, contributing to patient safety and service excellence.
· Act as a mentor, guiding and developing the next generation of Biomedical Scientists.
· Participate in research and development, staying at the forefront of advancements in Clinical Biochemistry.
· Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal patient care through effective communication and teamwork.
· Your ability to work autonomously, solve problems, and maintain meticulous attention to detail will make you a vital part of our innovative and compassionate team.
What you’ll need:
- The post holder will be qualified, HCPC registered.
- Have at least 2 years supervised experience post registration with a relevant Specialist Portfolio {Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology (and Transfusion) or Immunology}.
- Must be able to apply the latest scientific knowledge coupled with the most up to date scientific methods.
- Must be able to accurately and safely use and carry out routine maintenance and performance checks on complex and expensive analysers.
- Will work as a valued member of a team able to function with minimum supervision deputising for senior staff as appropriate.
- Will take responsibility for designated areas according to their specialist knowledge and requirements of the Department.
As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Clinical Biochemistry, your key responsibilities will include:
- Conducting precise laboratory analyses to support accurate diagnosis and patient care.
- Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced laboratory equipment like the Alinity Abbott analyser.
- Managing quality assurance processes, including QC and EQA, to ensure compliance with accreditation standards.
- Authorising and interpreting laboratory results, escalating significant findings as needed.
- Mentoring and supervising junior staff, fostering professional development within the team.
- Participating in research, development, and continuous improvement of laboratory techniques.
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols, maintaining a safe working environment.
The benefits we can offer you in return:
· Putting People in Places to Care – be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
· Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
· Blue Light Card – NHS Discount Provider
· First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
· Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
· Working options to suit your lifestyle – being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
· Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSP’s own academy.
· Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
· Being part of the NHSP Community means you’ll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.
Who are NHS Professionals? NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.
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By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: £22.99 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 78623