Role Summary
To provide a comprehensive, high-quality, efficient and cost-effective, scientific, clinical technical and clinical advisory biochemistry service, as an independent advanced practitioner, under the overall direction of the Consultant Clinical Scientist and Laboratory Director. To maintain an area of highly specialised knowledge and take responsibility for the provision of scientific services in that area, acting as an expert in that field. Main duties include research and development, clinical liaison, result interpretation, development of policies and procedures, performance monitoring and external quality assurance, method and equipment evaluation, training of technical, nursing and medical staff.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a prestigious healthcare provider offering acute healthcare services to a population of approximately half a million individuals residing in Mid Devon, East Devon, and the surrounding region. In addition to serving the local community, the Trust also delivers a range of specialized services across the United Kingdom and Europe. Situated in the captivating city of Exeter, amidst the breath taking Devon countryside and in close proximity to the Southwest coastline with its stunning beaches, our location offers a unique blend of natural beauty and accessibility. The city boasts excellent transportation links by road, rail, and air, connecting it to the rest of the country, Europe, and beyond. Furthermore, it is conveniently situated near the picturesque Dartmoor scenery, providing a serene environment for relaxation and leisure activities.
The Exeter Blood Sciences Department is closely affiliated with the University of Exeter Medical School, fostering a strong collaborative relationship. Our laboratory plays a pivotal role in providing a comprehensive Research and Development analytical service, supporting clinical trials and translating diagnostic research into practical applications. We are proud to be at the forefront of ground breaking research, particularly in the fields of diabetes and gastroenterology autoimmunity.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an energetic, enthusiastic and well-motivated HCPC registered Clinical Scientist to play a key role in the development and future direction the Blood Sciences Department within the Specialist Services Division of The Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. The post holder will be responsible for providing expert advice to users of the service, evaluating new methodologies, developing, growing and optimizing the service. They will be play a significant part in the development of the service within the Blood Sciences Department, providing a robust, fit for purpose service.
In addition, the post holder will take a key role within the laboratory to promote its use for research activities and the provision of specialist services to external Trusts, academic institutions and commercial organisations.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week (5 x 7.5 hours)
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact Dr Mandy Perry, Consultant Clinical Scientist: mandy.perry@nhs.net
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
