Role Summary
As part of a team of you will be involved in checking, performing and reporting a range of routine and non-routine biochemical and immunoassay tests on blood and other bodily fluids. Use of hazardous chemicals is required. You will be expected to work flexibly in reflection of service needs which will include an extended working day and/or participation in delivery of a 24 hour, 7 days per week service. Demonstration of own duties to new or less experienced employees will be expected.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides core healthcare services to a population of more than 615,000 people living in North, Mid and East Devon, and the surrounding area. The Trust also provides a range of specialist services, across the UK and Europe. The Northern site is set in the midst of glorious Devon countryside and close to the northern coastline, with its stunning beaches. Barnstaple is within easy reaches of picturesque locations such as Dartmoor and Exmoor scenery.
The Laboratory has strong links with the University of Exeter Medical School through the Eastern site, providing a comprehensive Research and Development analytical service, both supporting trials and translating diagnostic research into clinical practice. The laboratories in the Trust are at the forefront of some of the most exciting new research, particularly in the areas of diabetes and gastroenterology autoimmunity.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated person to join our team of dedicated professionals at the Northern site in Barnstaple.
Duties will include technical and specialist investigations, routine maintenance, problem solving on analysers and to assist in the supervision and training of new staff. You will be expected to take charge of a section, responsibility for result authorisation and supervise unqualified staff. You will be required to work autonomously.
The Department of Blood Sciences is UKAS accredited to ISO 15189, holds IBMS training approval and is committed to maintaining this as part of a wider hospital network in the Southwest. The department uses Q-Pulse for quality management.
We provide a comprehensive range of diagnostic services for the acute Trust and to 23 GP practices across North Devon & North Cornwall. We have an unprecedented relationship with our Primary care colleagues and the new Devon CCG. We are using ICE to develop innovative means of syndrome-based requesting as well as optimising the service in other ways.
A managed Laboratory service contract has been jointly procured with South Devon NHSfT meaning that we are well resourced with new Roche Cobas analysers.
We are looking for an individual who is committed to supporting the team in providing best service for patients.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Normal shift: 09:00 - 17:30, Late: 12:30 - 20:00, Night: 20:00 - 09:00, Weekend Day: 09:00 - 20:00
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
For further information please contact: Lumi Georgescu, Blood Science Manager on luminita.georgescu1@nhs.net or Emma Brooker, Biomedical Scientist on emma.brooker1@nhs.net or Julia Macbeth, Senior Biochemist on julia.macbeth@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
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.
