Biomedical Scientist

**About the role**

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Biomedical Scientist (New Registrant) or Trainee Biomedical Scientist to join the Haematology Division at Noble’s Hospital.

This is an interesting and varied role within a friendly team based in a district general hospital laboratory setting, with clinical links to the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

You will rotate through the routine, coagulation and specials sections, as well as a rotation in the Blood Transfusion laboratory, which will further enhance and complement your skillset.

For the Band 5 New Registrant post, you must be HCPC registered and possess the relevant IBMS Portfolio qualification or equivalent. Applications will also be considered for a trainee position (Band 5 Annex U), if you already hold or are about to graduate from a Biomedical Science degree accredited by the IBMS, but require the IBMS registration portfolio. Full training will be provided as appropriate, and you can find out more about Annex U here.

This is a great opportunity if you’re looking to develop your career, and you will also have the chance to participate in the on-call rota following suitable training and assessment, for which extra remuneration will apply.

**A workplace that invests in you**

***We offer competitive salaries which tend to be higher than UK salaries with annual pay increases for many roles.

***You’ll be supported to develop your knowledge and skills whilst in this Trainee role by taking on qualified Band 5 duties. You’ll receive a percentage of the maximum fully qualified rate, which will increase as you get closer to qualifying.

Enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 public holidays.

Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements; the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

***Step away from NHS pressures and demands The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

***Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks.

Free on-site car parking.

***Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state of the art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

***Ability to take an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.

Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

***Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.

**Working for the Isle of Man Public Service**

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

**Things to note**

An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you.

Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.

**Ready to apply?