Biomedical Scientist

Advance Your Career as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist

MCS Group is delighted to be working in partnership with the Southern Health and Social Care Trust to recruit a Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) based at Craigavon Area Hospital.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking laboratory service within the Acute Directorate, where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality diagnostic support to clinicians and patients.

The Role

As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist, you will:

• Perform a wide range of routine and specialist diagnostic tests, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of results.

• Take responsibility for quality control, troubleshooting and first-line equipment maintenance to uphold analytical integrity.

• Support out-of-hours laboratory services, working independently to provide essential diagnostic analysis.

• Assist in training and supervision of Trainee Biomedical Scientists and Medical Laboratory Assistants.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of standard operating procedures and quality management systems.

• Participate in audits, clinical governance activities, and the evaluation of new equipment and techniques.

• Maintain your continuing professional development in line with HCPC requirements.

The Person

The successful candidate will have:

• Current HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist.

• Minimum 1 year post-registration experience.

• Completion of the IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Clinical Biochemistry.

• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with disabilities).

You will also demonstrate excellent communication skills, the ability to work effectively under pressure, strong IT literacy, and a commitment to quality and patient care.

What's in it for you?

• Salary: Band 6 (£37,000+ per annum, depending on experience)

• Location: Craigavon Area Hospital, with rotation to Daisy Hill Hospital once trained

• Generous annual leave allowance

• Access to professional development opportunities and ongoing training

Apply Now

To speak in confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Zachery Downes, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group, on 02896 935501Zachery Downes, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group, on 02896 935501 .

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