Biomedical Scientist

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS organization is seeking a qualified Biomedical Scientist to join their Biochemistry Department. As a member of this well-established team in Blackpool, you will conduct tests and follow established procedures, while also being open to additional tasks assigned by the Head of Department. This role not only offers a fulfilling work environment but also a great place to live, with plenty of attractions and connectivity to major cities.

Qualifications

• Experience and qualifications in biomedical science.
• Must follow established Standard Operating Procedures.
• Willingness to undertake additional duties as directed.

Responsibilities

• Carry out tests and background tasks as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Work in the Biochemistry Department.
• Additional duties directed by the Head of Department.

Job description

The Biochemistry Department is looking for suitably experienced and qualified Biomedical Scientist to join the friendly, well established team in Blackpool.

The post holder will work in the context of the Objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Biomedical Scientist in the Department of Biochemistry.

The post holder will carry out all tests and background tasks following established Standard Operating Procedures.

• Additional duties will be undertaken as directed by the Head of Department in consultation with the post holder.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty‑five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three‑hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jen Millington Job title: Senior Biomedical Scientist Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01253 953745