Apprentice Biomedical Scientist | University Hospitals Of Leicester Nhs Trust

Biomedical Scientistsform the main part of the workforce of pathology laboratory services. They are responsible for testing samples from patients to support doctors and healthcare professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust has pathology laboratories at all three of our hospitals. Most of our specialist laboratory services are based at Leicester Royal Infirmary
As an apprentice you will
• Learn how to perform laboratory analyses associated with the post, including maintaining appropriate records and documentation.
• Undertake quality control procedures and examine quality control results to identify poor performance.
What you will receive
• NO tuition fees to pay at the end of your course and get paid while studying
• Salary starting at £198 per week for the first year and increasing over the four years of study.
Future prospects
After graduating and completion of a state registration portfolio (included and expected within the four years) the apprentice will be eligible to apply for positions as a state registered Biomedical Scientist (Agenda for Change band 5) and be ready to begin their IBMS Specialist portfolio.
Entry requirements
A-levels x3 – BBB, including Biology;orBTEC Extended Diplomaor120 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels or equivalent qualifications including an A-level grade B equivalent in BiologyandGCSEs - English and Maths minimum grade C/4.
We have a number of opportunities for Apprentice Biomedical Scientists. This post would be ideal for school leavers or those who have left further education within the last few years who have the drive and ambition to work hard and further their education. Whilst completing a 4 year BSc Honours degree in Applied Biomedical Science by day release at Nottingham Trent University you will also be working and learning in one of the following Pathology Laboratories:-
• Blood Sciences Automated Chemistry/Haematology
• Microbiology
• Cellular Pathology
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
As an apprentice you will
• Learn how to perform laboratory analyses associated with the post, including maintaining appropriate records and documentation.
• Undertake quality control procedures and examine quality control results to identify poor performance.
• Participate in the operation, routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Assist with the development of new methods and the implementation of new technology.
This advert closes on Saturday 24 Feb 2024