We are looking for an HCPC registered biomedical scientist to join our team in this busy, friendly immunology laboratory. Applicants must have post registration experience in a UKAS accredited immunology laboratory. They should have IBMS specialist diploma in clinical immunology (or equivalent qualification) or be close to completion.

Main duties of the job

The Immunology Laboratory service is based at the William Harvey Hospital, Ashford and provides a centralised service for the Kent and Medway Pathology network. Equipment includes Sebia capillary and gel electrophoresis systems, Seimen's BNII, Phadia Immunocap 250 and Aesku Helios immunofluorescence slide processors.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.

If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of advances in Clinical Immunology in an ISO 15189 accredited laboratory.
• Knowledge/Experience of Quality Management systems including CAPA and Audits.

Desirable

• Knowledge of conventional IT software e.g. Apex LIMS

Skills and experience

Essential

• Post registration experience of working in an ISO 15189 accredited Immunology laboratory
• Able to demonstrate competency in appropriate Immunology laboratory techniques.
• Numerate and laboratory based evidence of being able to undertake scientific calculations.

Desirable

• Experience across all areas of Immunology.
• Effective communication skills with other health care professionals.
• Well-developed analytical skills.

Qualifications and training

Essential

• State Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent Post Graduate Diploma
• Completion of specialist portfolio in Clinical Immunology or equivalent qualification. e.g. MSc in Immunology
• Applicants who can evidence that they are 3 months to completion of their Specialist portfolio will be considered

Desirable

• IBMS Membership
• Evidence of CPD

Personal / professional attributes

Essential

• Keyboard skills.
• Be self-motivated and work hard towards objectives. Ability to work as part of a team and develop effective relationships.

Desirable

• Ability to organise own time effectively and work to schedules and deadlines.

Other requirements

Essential

• To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's 'We Care' principles, behaviours and values.

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

William Harvey Hospital

Kennington Road, Willesborough,

Ashford

TN24 0LZ

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