Senior Clinical Scientist (LCMS) /Biochemistry)

Band 8A Clinical Scientist LCMS and Biochemistry

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic HCPC registered Clinical Scientist with Part 1 FRCPath to join our team at Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services. BSPS is a large network of NHS laboratories serving 6 NHS hospital sites: Ashford & St Peter’s, Frimley Park, Royal Berkshire, Royal Surrey, East Surrey Hospital and Wexham Park.

This is a 0.4 who time equivalent (2 days a week) fixed term post for one year to cover maternity leave in our LCMS section which is part of our Specialist Biochemistry Services Department. This provides a really exciting opportunity to get involved in an evolving LCMS department.

The post holder will be employed by the Royal Surrey County Foundation Trust in Guildford and will be part of the broader BSPS clinical team, a wonderfully friendly, cohesive and dynamic team that cover our 6 hospital sites.

The post requires Part 1 FRCPath.

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit please contact Sally Benton, Consultant Clinical Scientist and Clinical Lead for Specialist and Clinical Biochemistry Services on 01483 409850 or ***email_hidden***.

The biochemistry department is strong clinically and analytically with an enthusiastic and supportive team of able chemical pathologists, clinical scientists and biomedical scientists providing a broad range of services including specialist analytical (LC-MSMS, ICP-MS, immunoassay, POCT), interpretive and EQA services. Clinical services run by the department include bariatric, renal stone and lipid OPD clinics and a clinical investigation unit. The Department is a Supraregional Assay Service Laboratory for Trace Elements and Peptide Hormones. It provides External Quality Assessment Schemes for trace elements, peptide hormones and Point of Care Testing. It also has a cardiovascular biomarkers lab. The Department works closely with the University of Surrey, which brings together a variety of analytical and clinical groups within the University and NHS.

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5,000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme alongside a strong commitment to developing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family ensures you feel valued from your initial interview and throughout your time with us.

We are clinically led and provide joined-up care by bridging hospital and community services, alongside delivering regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford, with community sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh, and services delivered in patients’ homes across Guildford and Waverley.

We work in partnership with Ashford & St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated us as Outstanding. We are proud of our achievements and continue to invest in our people and infrastructure.

To learn more about life at Royal Surrey, please watch our short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo

Adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sally Benton Job title: Scientist for Specialist & Clinical Biochemistry Email address: ***email_hidden*** Telephone number: 01483 409850