Job Title: Specialist Biomedical Scientist
Location: Taunton, Somerset
Salary: £32,306- £39,027 depending on experience + £5,000 joining bonus
Job type: Permanent, Full time
The Role
SYNLAB UK & Ireland have extensive experience of working in partnership with the NHS to deliver and improve pathology services through its existing pathology joint ventures – including Southwest Pathology Services (SPS).
Are you looking for a rewarding career in a state-of-the-art laboratory, situated in the heart of Somerset, which offers customer centric medical excellence?
Our team at Southwest Pathology Services have been fundamental to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare within Somerset for nearly 10 years and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist to work within our Blood Sciences Team (haemtology, blood transfusion and biochemistry) or, in our Histopathology Team.
Our Laboratory holds ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and is an HCPC approved training laboratory. We take a leading technological approach with a state-of-the-art automated track and analytical systems in Blood Sciences, Kiestra TLA in Microbiology and Digital slide scanning and Cerebro Tracking system in Histology.
In addition to a competitive pay structure, we offer a joining bonus of up to £5,000.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- HCPC State Registration as a Biomedical Scientist with a Biomedical degree or equivalent and evidence of CPD.
- Experience to post graduate diploma level e.g.: Specialist portfolio, BBTS.
- At least 2 years’ experience post HCPC Registration.
- Able to work independently, implements and proposes changes to procedures for own work area. May be a lead specialist.
- Advanced working knowledge of Biomedical techniques and practices in Microbiology, Virology and Molecular.
About Us
SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.
We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.
We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.
We promote an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models and facilitate a two-way communication, engage with staff and stakeholders transparently and actively encourage feedback and suggestions.
Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.
SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.
Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.
Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Biomedical Scientist, Biomedical Technician, Biochemist, Microbiology Specialist, HCPC Registered Specialist, Biomedical Laboratory Specialist, Microbiologist may also be considered for this role.
