Biomedical Scientist / Trainee Biomedical Scientist

at  York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The Scarborough, Hull and York Pathology Service (SHYPS) is seeking a suitably qualified Biomedical Scientist or Trainee Biomedical Scientist to work in our busy, friendly, Immunology Laboratories at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Based in Hull, your role will be to carry out analytical tests in the new regional Immunology laboratories. Rotating through all sections of the department under the supervision of a Senior Biomedical Scientist you will get the opportunity to work in our autoimmune, immunochemistry, flow cytometry and allergy laboratories. We are looking for an individual who is hard working, innovative, sociable, and works well as part of a team.
To qualify for the Biomedical Scientist role applicants must be registered with the HCPC. Individuals applying for a trainee position must have an IBMS accredited Biomedical Science degree or equivalent.
The Immunology Laboratory is based in a purpose built facility at Hull Royal Infirmary that forms part of an integrated Blood Sciences service within The Scarborough Hull and York Pathology Service. The department provides a wide-ranging laboratory service to primary and secondary care.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated, forward thinking individual who wants to make a significant contribution to the development of the department and patient care.
To carry out the analysis of patient samples, and provide interpretive advice in the provision of a Clinical Laboratory Service according to departmental SOPs and departmental Quality Assurance Policy.
To use and maintain highly specialist scientific instruments for the diagnosis and monitoring of disease.
Communicate effectively with clinicians, nurses and other service users.
Our benefits

WE OFFER A RANGE OF BENEFITS TO SUPPORT OUR STAFF INCLUDING:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants.
A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting manager at interview stage.
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust’s dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr. recruitment@nhs.net .
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else

Please refer the Job description for details