Nhs Biomedical Scientist - Haematology, Coagulation And Blood Transfusion in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

JOB-20240830-c2040065

Band 6 Biomedical Scientist (Haematology, Coagulation, Blood Transfusion) - Sheffield, UK - £26 Hourly - Ongoing

This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist specialising in Haematology, Coagulation, and Blood Transfusion in the vibrant city of Sheffield. Join our dedicated team and work on a full-time basis with a variety of shifts including Early (07:00 - 17:30), Blue (09:00 - 19:30), Late (11:00 - 21:30), and Night (21:00 - 07:25). With a rewarding hourly rate of £26, this ongoing locum position allows you to step into a role where you can make significant impacts every day.

Perks and benefits:
- Competitive Pay: Receive £26 per hour, valuing your expertise and commitment.
- Work-Life Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom and variety locum work offers, giving you control over your schedule and career path.
- Continual Learning: Opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research and development, ensuring you stay at the forefront of biomedical science.
- Professional Development: Access to unique training sessions and workshops that enhance your skills and expertise.
- City Attractions: Sheffield is known for its rich industrial heritage and vibrant culture, offering countless recreational activities during your downtime.

What you will do:
- Perform a wide range of Blood Science methodologies using both automated and manual processes.
- Participate in molecular techniques according to standard operating procedures.
- Retain and develop high levels of specialist Blood Science knowledge for interpreting complex patient investigations.
- Maintain meticulous manual dexterity skills for accurate processing and analysis.
- Interpret clinical information for the detection and/or identification of diseases.
- Plan workloads efficiently to meet laboratory handbook turn-around times.
- Concentrate for extended periods to avoid transcription errors when entering data onto the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and perform second checks as required.
- Assist in planned research and development to trial new assays or equipment as required.
- Collaborate with the Research Department on preparing, storing, and testing specimens for clinical trials.
- Stay engaged with scientific and technical developments including evaluating new methodologies and commercial assays.
- Ensure correct and timely data back-up procedures are followed.
- Refer samples to reference laboratories in compliance with transport regulations.
- Help organise staffing and workload in the absence of senior colleagues to meet turn-around times.
- Liaise with managers if workloads exceed capacity, ensuring timely testing and analysis.
- Work within containment level 3 laboratories while adhering to enhanced biosafety and health & safety requirements.
- Contribute to special interest sections as required and participate in capillary phlebotomy collection.
- Engage in lone working when participating in 24/7 working.

To be considered for this position, you must have HCPC registration and a relevant qualification in biomedical science or an equivalent qualification, along with post-qualifying experience in the field.

Located in Sheffield, this role offers the perfect blend of professional challenge and personal rejuvenation. Known for its picturesque landscapes, friendly communities, and lively arts scene, Sheffield provides a fantastic lifestyle that complements your valued work in this critical role. Join us and enjoy both the professional rewards and the enriching lifestyle Sheffield has to offer.

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