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Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists. Candidates with IBMS accredited Biomedical Science BSc Hons or similar, acceptable to the HCPC for registration training may also be considered for this post. Newly graduated candidates, if successful, will be required to complete their Specialist Portfolio prior to progression to Band 6. We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate team spirit, initiative, flexibility and have the enthusiasm to train further.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a new facility with state of the art equipment: The core laboratory is equipped with Sysmex haematology and coagulation analysers, connected by Roche cobas 8100 pre analytics and track. The special investigations laboratory is equipped with a Benson Viscometer, Sarstedt Inversa and Tosoh HPLC systems, and the blood bank is equipped with Grifols technology.
This post involves rotation through the various sections within the departments and the post holder will be will be required, following suitable training, to cover the 24/7 laboratory service. Working hours are 36.0 per week average including evenings, weekends and overnight working when suitably trained.
The department is UKAS accredited and is IBMS approved for Biomedical Scientist training. Active participation in CPD and opportunities for further study are both supported and encouraged.
Candidates who commence on Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039) will be required to successfully complete the appropriate qualification/s or training as outlined within the Annex 21 competency framework prior to progressing to Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679).
For informal enquiries please contact Judith Robertson, BMS Manager on 01592 729987 or email judith.robertson@nhs.scot.
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Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check done than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a "regulated role", your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by either the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team. For more details on these changes please visit: Changes to our services - Disclosure Scotland.
We offer flexible working and family-friendly policies and fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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