Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Applicants are invited from suitably qualified HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientists with experience in Biochemistry and Immunology .The department is equipped with modern, standardised analysers , including Architect, Tosoh, Osmo 1 (Advanced Instruments), Chlorochek, Hm Jack, UVikon in Biochemistry and Helena V8 in Immunology.The ideal candidate will hold a BSc in Biomedical Science (or equivalent), be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist, and have completed the IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Biochemistry/Immunology or possess equivalent proven experience at Band 6 level in a relevant field.Evidence of continual professional development (CPD) will be expected and should be demonstrated at interview. Candidates currently completing their Specialist Portfolio may also be considered; however, they would commence at Band 5 if unable to meet the Specialist BMS criteria and will be promoted to Specialist BMS upon completion of the portfolio in the relevant field.The successful applicant will be part of a team working in the various sections of this busy fully automated Blood Sciences/Chemical Pathology Department based at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, you will also be required to work at our laboratory based at Wycombe Hospital.The department is equipped with modern analysers and has standardised equipment at both sites.Successful candidate will be expected to work cross discipline after appropriate training and will be required to participate in the out of hours shift rota.Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - https://bit.ly/3DNEQfDWhat does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.Why work for us? We are committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect. Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.What do we stand for? Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sola Okor Job title: Lead BMS for Biochemistry and Immunology Email address: sola.okor@nhs.net Telephone number: 01296 315456