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Main area Biochemistry Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Participation in 24/7 rota) Job ref 320-CDCS-3753 Employer University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Derby Hospital Town Derby Salary £38,682 - £46,580 pa pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 08/08/2025 08:00 Interview date 20/08/2025 Specialist Biomedical Scientist - BiochemistryBand 6As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together. Our fundamentalValuesof Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. With over 13,000 members of staff you can expect huge variety and new opportunities every day! Our staff go above and beyond and take pride in caring for our patients. University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is fully committed to promoting inclusion, equality, diversity and human rights in employment and delivery of its services. The Trust is committed to providing an environment where all employees, patients, carers and visitors experience equality of opportunity by means of understanding and appreciating the value of diversity. As a Trust we promote an inclusive environment and welcome applications from a diverse pool of talent and backgrounds. All individuals are valued and given every opportunity to succeed based on merit. The Trust actively encourages applications from members of our Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities. These groups are under-represented in our organisation, and it’s important to us that our workforce reflects the diversity of our communities as much as possible. Armed Forces and Disability Confident guaranteed interview scheme To further support the pledges in the Armed Forces Covenant and to make a positive contribution to support ex-armed forces personnel (veterans) make the transition to civilian life, the Trust has introduced a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for veterans who meets the essential criteria set out in the person specification, to help them overcome barriers to find civilian employment. The scheme will operate for all external recruitment. The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer and committed to both employing and retaining people with disabilities. This commitment is to guarantee an interview for any candidate that has disclosed a disability under the Equality Act 2010 and who meets the essential criteria set out in the person specification. Reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010 will be considered upon request. If you require support/adjustments with your application please contact the recruitment team on 01332 788466 Join us and help make a real difference to our Trust. Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for; Job overviewWe are looking for a HCPC registered, Specialist Biomedical Scientist, with a Specialist Portfolio in Biochemistry or equivalent to join us at the Derby site of Derbyshire Pathology in a full-time, permanent role. Consideration will also be given to candidates within 12 months of completion of the IBMS Specialist Portfolio.We have full UKAS ISO15189:2012 accreditation and are also accredited with the IBMS as a training laboratory. You would be based in the busy Biochemistry section of the laboratory, helping to deliver technical excellence with enthusiasm, attention to detail, and a professional, can-do attitude. 24/7 shift working is an essential requirement of this post. We are inviting applications from candidates who are highly motivated and proactive, to join a friendly and well-motivated team. We would encourage you to contact us to discuss the post further. Main duties of the jobThe successful candidate will join the 24/7 shift system following training and competency assessment.The ability to work autonomously is essential as is a flexible approach to working to ensure that the service needs are met. As a Health Professions Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist, to lead and supervise the day-to-day delivery of a diagnostic service of Clinical Biochemistry, which includes the Automation section (Cobas 8000 and P612), Immunology (Phadia 250), HbA1c's (TOSOH G11), EQA section and Osmo1. You will also be required to work in special chemistry using the Sebia, Binding Site and HPLC The role involves but is not limited to the following: Processing and validation of patient specimens Telephoning abnormal results in line with laboratory protocols Appropriate referral of abnormal results to clinicians Monitoring of reagent and consumable stocks Maintenance of equipment Service development inclusive of quality management activities and projects. Effective communication and team working Experience of using our current equipment and software Q-Pulse and WinPath Enterprise would be an advantage but full training will be given.Closing date of applications: 8 August 2025 Interview date: 20 August 2025 Working for our organisationAs a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. In return we will offer: Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes Key Facts: We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day. We are the 4 thbusiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week. An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country. Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily. Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres. We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres. We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below). Person specificationQualificationsIBMS accredited degree in biomedical sciences or equivalent. HPC state registration Working towards MSc or higher specialist diploma in biomedical sciences Experience working as a band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist ExperienceFully conversance and competent in the use of the laboratory computer, PCs and VDUs Evidence of professional development attending both internal and external courses as appropriate to maintain an up to date knowledge of issues relating to Biomedical sciences Experience with current equipment Experience of QMS Activities and awareness of UKAS/ISO15189 Post HCPC registration working in an NHS laboratory SkillsIs aware the pitfalls, interferences and suitability of investigations Can carry out or make basic recommendations of additional testing based on initial investigations Is able to analyse the cause of anomalous test results Our Trust aims to provide the highest quality care to patients within Derbyshire and South East Staffordshire and we want the very best people to work with us.Follow us on Twitter @UHDBTrust or find us on Facebook & LinkedIn - UHDBTrust IMPORTANT INFORMATION If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. At UHDB , we offer different ways to work flexibly to each and every one of our colleagues, many of whom already work flexibly at all sites of the Trust. For our roles we are open to discussing the possibility of part-time/ reduced hours/ compressed hours/ flexible start and finish times/ fixed/flexible shifts/annualised hours/ term time hours/ hybrid working – working partly in the trust/partly at home. Why don’t you talk to us at interview about the flexibility you would like to explore and what it means to you, and we will discuss what’s possible for the job and team, and the opportunities we might be able to create together. We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise to work with you to look at all the available options. Most of our posts are subject to a DBS check, however having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from obtaining a position. 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Application numbersIf we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Please ensure that you had read the Job Description and Person Spec and that you meet the criteria before applying. Name Blessing Manyanga Job title Techincal Specialist Manager Email address blessing.manyanga@ Telephone number 01332788507 Additional information Stacey Glasgow- Senior Biomedical Scientist 01332786743 Stacey.glasgow@ or Blessing Manyanga 01332788507#J-18808-Ljbffr