Qualified Biomedical Scientist
Gateshead Health NHS Foundation TrustAlready thinking ahead to interview?
Save this role, then rehearse likely interview themes with structured write and speak feedback before the panel.
Search for more jobs in Gateshead
Job overview
The South of Tyne Pathology Service is an established consolidated network with laboratories across three sites, servicing both Gateshead and South Tyneside/Sunderland trusts.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Biochemistry department for a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist position to work across the three hospital sites. Please ensure you detail how you meet the personal specification in your application. Applicants with an accredited biomedical sciences degree but not registered with the HCPC may be considered if they meet the other criteria specified in the personal specification.
Our forward thinking and innovative department has state of the art equipment and technology and a fantastic training ethos to encourage development of staff to reach their full potential.
Main duties of the job
The clinical laboratory team provides a High Quality Specialist Diagnostic Service to improve the Health Care of the people of South of Tyne and Wear.
As part of the team the post holder will be expected to further develop knowledge and skills in a range of specialist diagnostic techniques within the Biochemistry department.
Successful candidates will have:
- An innovative, forward looking approach
- Excellent interpersonal / communication skills
- Enthusiasm to learn and develop technical knowledge
- Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment
The posts will be on Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust terms and conditions of employment.
Full participation in the relevant Department’s extended working day, rotation across all three laboratory sites and the out of hours service is a mandatory requirement of all posts following suitable training.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A detailed description of key duties and responsibilities can be found within the attached job specification for each grade. Applications will be considered from trainee level to specialist, please ensure you detail within your job application how you meet the applicable personal specification.