FAQs
What is the job title for this position?
The job title is Biomedical Scientist.
Where will the Biomedical Scientist be working?
The Biomedical Scientist will be working at Charing Cross Hospital in the Clinical Biochemistry and Serology Department.
What type of equipment will the successful candidate be working with?
The successful candidate will be working with state of the art analysers including Abbott Alinity HQ Haematology analysers, Stago StarMax2 Haemostasis analysers, Alifax ESR Technology, Abbott Alinity CI Chemistry, Immuno-Chemistry analysers, and BioRad IH1000 Blood Grouping analyser.
Is the laboratory operational at all times?
Yes, the laboratory is covered 24 hours every day.
Will the Biomedical Scientist need to participate in night shifts?
Yes, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in the night worker rota.
Are there opportunities for career development in this role?
Yes, the position includes career development opportunities.
What kind of training does the laboratory offer?
The laboratory has IBMS training approval for training for Registration and Specialist Portfolios in Blood Sciences.
What are the key responsibilities of the Biomedical Scientist?
The key responsibilities include providing a professional clinical laboratory service, performing core scientific and interpretive work, supervising unqualified staff, and providing specialist clinical technical services.
What benefits are provided to staff?
Benefits include flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme, Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan, and membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
When does the NWLP induction occur?
The NWLP induction runs on the first Monday of each month, provided it does not fall on a bank holiday.
What should candidates consider regarding their current employment before applying?
Candidates are advised to consider the NWLP induction start dates before agreeing on an end of service date with their current employer.
Who can candidates contact for further details or informal visits?
Candidates can contact Sugirtha Jeyakumar, the Clinical Biochemistry Lead, via email at Sugirtha.Jeyakumar2@Nhs.Net.