Biomedical Scientist

at  North West London Pathology

An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist to join our friendly and dedicated Serology service team within Blood Sciences at Charing Cross Hospital.
Applications are invited from self -motivating, suitably qualified HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists with strong post HCPC experience and an IBMS Specialist Portfolio in virology or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and experience.
The blood sciences laboratory offers the opportunity to work in a well-equipped environment with a high level of (pre-analytical and analytical) automation. You will be working with new, state of the art analysers including Abbott Alinities and will be responsible for day to day laboratory work including running of samples, result authorisation, quality and health & safety processes.
As both biochemistry and serology assays are performed on same platforms, the successful candidate will be expected to rotate through biochemistry section upon completion of appropriate training and competency.
1. Contributes to providing a professional clinical laboratory service, working effectively as a team member as part of the overall department.
2. Able to perform core scientific work, which corresponds to the training and qualifications of a Healthcare Scientist Associate Practitioner.
3. Develop and improve your professional expertise.
4. Provide basic clinical technical services to patients that may include research and audit.
Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
NWLP Induction
The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.
For 2024/25, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.
Monday 7 October 2024
Monday 4 November 2024
Monday 2 December 2024
Monday 6 January 2025
Monday 3 February 2025
Monday 3 March 2025
Monday 7 April 2025
Monday 12 May 2025
Monday 2 June 2025
Monday 7 July 2025
Monday 4 August 2025
Monday 1 September 2025
Monday 6 October 2025
Monday 3 November 2025
Monday 1 December 2025
Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.
The laboratory is covered for 24 hours seven days a week and the successful candidate would be expected to participate in the late/weekend shifts and contribute to the continuity and quality of care for patients in the Trust hospitals. Staff are also expected to work across our six hospital sites when required.
The laboratory has IBMS training approval for training for Registration and Specialist Portfolio. Applicants must have a desire to learn and develop within our busy laboratories.
We are committed to your personal and professional development and you will have opportunities to fulfil your potential with NWLP.
We look forward to hearing from you.

Please refer the Job description for details