Trainee Biomedical Scientist - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

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NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

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Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Biomedical Scientist. The successful candidate will join our busy department based at University Hospital Crosshouse, Kilmarnock, within the Area Laboratories for NHS Ayrshire and Arran.

What You Will Do

The department handles approximately 30 thousand requests, 33 thousand biopsy samples and 70 thousand blocks of tissue annually. We also provide a full mortuary and autopsy service to the hospitals, community and Procurator Fiscal; Pathology services for the South West Scotland Breast Screening Service and technical support for the Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) service. We also have implemented and established digital pathology.

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Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The Job

You should be an enthusiastic and motivated individual, with an IBMS accredited Honours Degree and/ or HCPC registration. The post holder will undergo Specialist training and will complete the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology. Previous experience as a Medical laboratory Assistant or Band 4 Practitioner is essential.

The post is fully rotational through each of our laboratories (Histology, Cytology and Immunocytochemistry) and you will receive thorough training and gain experience in a wide range of techniques and morphological skills. Active participation in CPD and opportunities for further study are both supported and encouraged.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours

22.5 hours per week and will be carried out over three days. AFC Band 6, Utilising Annex 21.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Jane MacMillan on 01563 827453 or alternatively at [email protected]

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