Specialist Biomedical Scientist, Biochemistry (SPS)

Our Blood Sciences team operates a 24/7 service across our three laboratories, Musgrove Park Hospital, Yeovil District Hospital and our Hub site located in Taunton. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our team. This position is based in Blood Sciences (Biochemistry) at our essential services lab in Musgrove Park Hospital and our Hub laboratory. You will have the opportunity to work in a laboratory which takes a leading technological approach with state-of-the-art Beckman Coulter analytical systems in Biochemistry. This includes DxA500 Automated Track system, AU5800, DxC700, DxI800 and Access 2 analysers. We also utilise Winpath LIMS system. The department supports testing for the local NHS trust and primary care providers. SYNLAB UK & Ireland have extensive experience of working in partnership with the NHS to deliver and improve pathology services through its existing pathology joint ventures, including Southwest Pathology Services (SPS). Our team at SPS have been fundamental to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare in Somerset for over a decade. We hold ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and are an HCPC approved training Laboratory for both IBMS Registration and Specialist Portfolios. At SYNLAB, we believe in nurturing a culture of well-being and ensuring our employees are supported both professionally and personally. We offer a Wellbeing Allowance worth up to £1500 per annum for our esteemed team members working in Band 2 - 6 roles. In addition to a competitive pay structure, we offer a joining bonus of up to £10,000, relocation package and access to SYNLAB benefits scheme. SPS maintains a comprehensive training budget designed to support the career development of all staff members. This investment ensures that employees have access to the necessary resources and opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge and advance their professional growth.