Job overview

Are you a highly skilled and dedicated HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist looking to advance your career in a world-leading healthcare environment? Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and skilled HCPC registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our dynamic Blood Sciences Department. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a highly regarded healthcare setting, delivering essential diagnostic services that directly impact patient care. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a team known for its commitment to excellence in patient care and innovative research. As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services within our Haematology team.

 You must have a relevant IBMS Specialist diploma or equivalent qualifications or equivalent experience. Applications may be accepted from HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists who are currently progressing through the IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Haematology or Blood Science. Successful candidates that have not yet finished the portfolio will be paid on AfC Band 5 based on their experience at that grade, until completion and successful assessment and award of their qualification by the IBMS.

An on-site practical assessment will be required as part of the recruitment process and there is an expectation that the post holder will participate in the delivery of a 24/7 laboratory service.

Main duties of the job

• To perform the initial screening and further investigation of specialist diagnostic tests producing complex quality diagnostic results in order to aid patient treatment and care and authorise the results as directed by departmental procedures and guidelines.
• To use knowledge, interpretive skills, complex analysers and IT in order to deliver Blood sciences Service to our users.
• Supervises and/or trains less experienced staff in own area of work and competency.
• To maintain competence through CPD.
• To work flexibly in reflection of service needs which may include an extended working day and/or participation in delivery of a 24 hour, 7 day per week service.
• Maintain and promote professional image of both Pathology and CUH Trust.
• To work safely as the job entails coming into constant contact with human body fluids, tissues and hazardous chemicals.  This may include blood, pus, urine, faeces, and respiratory secretions.

NB: Post holder must not work outside their defined field of competence

Working for our organisation

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people’s age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.