Specialist Biomedical Scientist Role in Liverpool with Sponsorship, Apply Now

Location
Liverpool

Type
Fixed Term 24 Months Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Salary
Band 5/6 depending on your experience

About Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Alder Hey is a very special place. They provide specialist healthcare for over 275,000 children and young people every year. Based in Liverpool with community outreach sites across the North West and Wales their staff are known for being friendly and welcoming. They are a teaching hospital that truly invests in its people creating a supportive environment where everyone works together to make a real difference.

Job details

Benefits

• Great flexible working opportunities to help you find a work life balance that suits you.
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme giving you peace of mind for the future.
• Extensive staff health and well being programmes because they care about you.
• Lease car scheme and Home Electronics Scheme to make life a little easier.
• A proven track record of staff development actively supporting your professional growth.

Requirements

• You are qualified to degree level or equivalent in a subject recognised by the Institute of Biomedical Science IBMS.
• You are registered with the Health Care Professions Council HCPC.
• You have a minimum of 2 years post registration experience in a Clinical Biochemistry laboratory.
• You have knowledge of paediatric biochemistry and health and safety issues in pathology.
• You have experience supervising trainee and support grade staff.
• Holding an IBMS Specialist portfolio in Clinical Biochemistry is essential or you are working towards it.

Salary Details
This role is offered at Band 5/6 on the NHS Agenda for Change pay scale. Your starting salary will be determined by your relevant experience and qualifications. Are you ready to take this step

About the Role
This is your chance to join the busy paediatric Biochemistry department at Alder Hey Childrens Hospital as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist. You will be right at the heart of a high quality diagnostic service that directly impacts patient care. The team is looking for someone motivated and qualified who enjoys working collaboratively. You will play a key part in service development and modernisation using your specialist skills to help shape the future of the lab. This is a fantastic opportunity for career growth in a world class childrens hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Validate analytical data prior to reporting ensuring the accuracy that clinicians depend on for critical diagnoses.
• Operate and maintain complex analytical equipment guaranteeing the reliability of every test result.
• Train all grades of staff sharing your knowledge to strengthen the entire team.
• Prioritise work and redirect staff as needed to maintain a smooth and efficient laboratory service.
• Handle hazardous materials following strict COSHH regulations keeping everyone in the workplace safe.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker Sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Equal Opportunity Statement
As black and minority ethnic BME employees are currently under represented in this area we particularly welcome applications from members of our BME communities. All appointments will be made on merit. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Employer Details

• Company Name Alder Hey Childrens NHS Foundation Trust
• Address Eaton Road Liverpool L12 2AP
• Contact Joanne Rudkin Lead Biomedical Scientist 0151 252 5561 joanne.rudkin@alderhey.nhs.uk

Reference Number
411 MED 25 7572428

How To Apply
Do not miss this opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and impactful environment. Apply now before the closing date to start your journey with Alder Hey.