Role: Advanced Biomedical Scientist– Blood Transfusion
Site: Primarily based at the main laboratory at Shropshire House, London. There may be a requirement to attend shifts at the other HCA satellite laboratory at London Bridge where required
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 Hours per week Monday – Friday (internal shift rotations, including 8am – 4:30pm, 10.00am – 6.30pm and 12.00pm – 8.30pm). Also, to include some weekends covering the hours of 8am – 8.30pm.
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: This role offers a competitive salary dependent on experience (with excellent benefits)
We’re looking for a Advanced Biomedical Scientist (Blood Transfusion) to join our team at our HCA Laboratories based in Shropshire House. HCA Laboratories has over 35 years’ experience in providing pathology services, for acute care in our HCA Hospitals, IVF Clinics, Insurance work, healthcare screening and GP services. We cover all disciplines in pathology including allergy, biochemistry and endocrinology, haematology and blood transfusion, histopathology and cytology, immunology, and microbiology and serology, with each laboratory equipped with the best available analytical instrumentation.
As a Senior Biomedical Scientist with comprehensive experience in Hospital Transfusion (BBTS Specialist Certificate in Transfusion Science or IBMS Specialist portfolio and MSc or Higher Specialist Diploma are required), You will be trained in all sections of the Transfusion Department.
At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Expected to work in all sections within the Blood Transfusion department which would include; day to day running of the department, validation, document control, stock management, participation in the compilation of data required for various meetings and keeping maintenance records up to date.
Speedy and accurate processing of samples
Interpretation, validation and timely reporting of results
Ensure equipment are in good working order
Carry out Audits
Adhere to Health and Safety policies
Follow HCA policies and procedures
What you’ll bring:
Accredited BSc
Must have either MSc or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma
HCPC Registered
Member if the Institute of Biomedical Sciences or BBTS
Transfusion Specialist Portfolio or BBTS Specialist
Evidence of continual personal development (CPD)
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Biomedical Scientist you’ll be eligible for:
25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
Group Life Assurance from day one
Critical illness cover
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Diversity and Inclusion
Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.
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