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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
To undertake the duties, which correspond, to the training and qualifications of a Biomedical Scientist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), either independently or collectively with other staff.
To process a variety of laboratory diagnostic investigations and procedures using a complex range of methodology on patient samples.
To supervise untrained and unqualified staff and to participate in the education and training of staff.
To provide advice to healthcare staff on the appropriateness of tests and results.
Knowledge, Training and Experience Required:
- Must have an appropriate BSc Honours degree or equivalent acceptable for Health and Care Professions Council Registration.
- Must be registered to practice as a Biomedical Scientist with the HCPC.
- Must have a minimum of two years post registration practical experience of working in a Haematology laboratory.
- Participation in an approved Continuing Professional Development Scheme.
- Must have knowledge of SOPs and local and divisional policies and procedures including Health and Safety.
- Knowledge of laboratory computing procedures.
Informal Contact: Claire McKie, Claire.mckie@ggc.scot.nhs.uk.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
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