IBMS Northern Ireland Branch

Band 6 – Biomedical Scientist Waiting List wanted in multiple organisations across HSCNI
Salary: £32k - £39k
Closing date: Tue, 17 January 2023 @ 12.00PM

Essential Criteria includes:
Must be a Biomedical Scientist currently registered with Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)
AND have completed IBMS Specialist Diploma (or equivalent) in relevant discipline and have a minimum of 1 year’s post HCPC registration experience.
OR Must be a Biomedical Scientist currently registered with HCPC and have been employed as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist at Band 6 level for a minimum of 3 years, working in the relevant discipline.

To learn more and officially apply - please go to:
https://jobs.hscni.net/Job/25881/regional-biomedical-scientist-band-6-waiting-list

First IBMSChat of2023 tonight at 8.

A reminder for our first IBMS Chat of the New Year - taking place tomorrow!

Join us as our Chief Exec David Wells, editor
Rob Dabrowski & Senior Biomedical Scientist Cherie Beckett discuss the IBMS strategy for 2023: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1yoJMZYWwEwxQ

Who needs Santa when the Grinch can visit and bring very festive gifts of onions to the Cellular Pathology staff in Belfast

The Institute of Pathology Belfast gets a visit from the Grinch ...

Well done to all the 2nd year Biomedical Science DPP students who undertook their interviews for placement over the past two days. This next cohort of students will be starting placement within pathology laboratories across all the trusts in Northern Ireland from September 2023. Thanks to Biomedical Sciences, Ulster University and Dr Valerie Hinch for the hospitality and amazing views chairing these interviews (featuring James Nesbitt in a top hat!). Good luck for your placement next year!

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Register to join us 10am-3pm on 14th November for our free webinar - Supporting Successful Laboratory Training.

A must for those new to training and those looking to maintain and enhance their standards for the registration and specialist portfolios.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nbr_bIbfQR2tgGCJENeGag

Discover Biology and Biomedical Science Insight Event

Discover Biology and Biomedical Science Insight Event Join us for our Biology and Biomedical Science Discovery Day at Coleraine campus.

Who hasn't got a team ready yet for Wednesday? Don't worry, land down early for some free nibbles and form your team on the night. Amazing prizes up for grabs. All welcome!

Who hasn't got a team ready yet for Wednesday? Don't worry, land down early for some free nibbles and form your team on the night. Amazing prizes up for grabs. All welcome!

***Countdown to the IBMS NI branch Quiz***
1 week to go 📖📚🙇🙇‍♂️
Register @ [email protected]

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IBMS verifiers are registered practitioners who volunteer to assess IBMS registration training portfolios.

As members are asking us for more information, we wish to clarify the "dos and don'ts" of finding a verifier.

➡️ Read more: https://bit.ly/3yrC4g7

On Tuesday, we had the pleasure of welcoming Dr Sue Jones and Michelle Payne to Northern Ireland. Thank you to Dr Valerie Hinch , Prof Stephen McClean and staff who welcomed Michelle to Biomedical Sciences, Ulster University and giving her a tour around some of the facilities. Next stop was South-eastern health and socialcare trust Pathology Department for some really interesting discussions around training and workforce as well as a tour of the department. Over in the Stormont Hotel, Michelle began the meeting outlining her role as workforce strategy lead. Sue then gave an oversight on her plans for the future of education and training. The meeting was well attended with attendees on site and joining virtually.Networking and discussions carried on with representatives from three universities.

We are excited to announce we are hosting the IBMS NI QUIZ night in TWO locations this year @ The Empire Music Hall & Gransha Social Club on 19th October. Register your team now at [email protected]

Register now for the Autumn Evening Meeting by emailing [email protected]

Register now for the Autumn Evening Meeting by emailing [email protected]

**Date for the diaries**
4th Oct Stormont Hotel Autumn talk with guest speaker Dr Sue Jones.
More details to follow.

Perfect activity for Registration Portfolio candidates.

Are you interested in developing inclusive, non-discriminatory practice? Want to explore the impact of culture, equality and diversity on professional practice?

Join us for our next webinar on 27 July ➡️ https://www.hcpc-uk.org/news-and-events/events/2022/equality-diversity-inclusion/

For everyone who has or hasn't registered to attend Belfast Pride it is this Saturday 30th July!! This will be the first year the Institute of Biomedical Science has entered into the parade.
If you do wish to join the parade and avail of the t-shirt and lab coat pick up from outside RVH Kelvin Labs between 11-12 before making your way into the city meeting in Queens Square by 12.20 for parade procession to begin at 1pm.

Congratulations to the class of 2022 Biomedical Science graduates, newly qualified and able to register as Biomedical Scientists with HCPC after completing their Institute of Biomedical Science
portfolios during placement year Western Health and Social Care Trust Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Northern Health and Social Care Trust Southern Health and Social Care Trust South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust Northern Ireland Blood Transfusion Service

Northern Ireland Blood Transfusion Service

Interested in the future of NI Pathology Services. Join a Town Hall Event on 27th June. This is a condensed, hour long session that will give a solid introduction to the programme and it's aims: hscni-net.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
For more information nibts.hscni.net/pathology-blue…

Northern Ireland Blood Transfusion Service Who we are The Northern Ireland Blood Transfusion Service exists to fully supply the needs of all hospitals and clinical units in the province with safe and effective blood and blood products and other related services. The discharge of this function includes a commitment to the care and welfare of....

We would like to thank outgoing Irish regional representative Shauna McCauley for all her work and dedication over the last three years, you have been an inspiration. Congratulations to Glen Mc Dowell as he takes on his new role as Irish region representative.

Reminder to register for our training day takes place on Tuesday, 14th June. There are a few places remaining.

The next Verifer/Examiner day is 14th June. Please check eligibility on IBMS website. Email [email protected]

Lots of celebrations today for Biomedical Science day in Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Southern Health and Social Care Trust South-eastern health and socialcare trust Northern Health and Social Care TrustWestern Health and Social Care Trust and at NIBTS - just some photos from bakes off, spirit of biomedical science awards lab tours and information stalls.

For Biomedical Science Day we are launching a new twitter account.
Good luck with all the activities, tours, bake offs and information stalls. Don’t forget to tag us in any photos for retweets ‘

The NI branch are delighted to welcome Wendy Leversuch from Institute of Biomedical Science to our Verifier/Examiner/Mentor training day next week at Biomedical Sciences, Ulster University Register by emailing [email protected]

The next Verifer/Examiner day is 14th June. Please check eligibility on IBMS website. Email [email protected]

After the talks, the AGM then followed with congratulations given to Sharon, Lisa, Stephanie and Glen on achieving Fellowship status.
As we welcome new members Nicole, Denise, and Dani to committee, we also thank former committee members as their commitments takes them on a different journey. for their time, dedication, support and friendship during their time on committee. There will always be a seat for you and advice/ideas greatly appreciated.
A time for change as Shauna hands over the reins of Irish National council seat to Glen and Glen hands the reins of chair over to Una.

On Tuesday night, the NI branch their first hybrid meeting, welcoming David Wells CEO Institute of Biomedical Science to the Gasworks in Belfast and Sheri Scott online. With a few technical hiccups along the way!!! attendees joined in person or via the zoom link. David spoke about the IBMS strategy 2022 to support and promote building on experiences and developing the profession. Sheri then joined in true sustainability form via zoom inspiring us all sustainability and ways that we all can help to providing a more greener environment. Thank you to both speakers,

Need ideas for Biomedical Science Day.. trying to getting organised or have good suggestions what has worked previously- join in IBMSChat tonight.

Join tonight from 8pm to 9pm for a super-relaxed Pre-Party - check in, say hi and hang out. If you need something, the profession will be around to join in, take questions and advise.

On Biomedical Science Day 2021, Lyndsey Parker Blood Transfuion BHSCT was awarded NI branch Biomedical Scientist of the year. Lyndsey has demonstrated high levels of leadership skills, going over and beyond to keep her team motivated, inspired and making everyone feel valued.
And finally today, David Wells CEO Institute of Biomedical Science along with Shauna McAuley presented Lyndsey with her award. Congratulations Lyndsey.

Why Choose Biomed at Ulster

Well done to everyone on producing this video- with thanks to students on placement within the various trusts for the work they do.

Why Choose Biomed at Ulster Find out more at http://www.ulster.ac.uk

Photos from Biomedical Sciences, Ulster University's post

The next Verifer/Examiner day is 14th June. Please check eligibility on IBMS website. Email [email protected]

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Nominations are open for Science Council's CPD Awards 2022. This year the award ceremony is back as an in-person event alongside the prestigious Roberts Lecture!

"I strongly recommend a self-nomination to showcase to the wider scientific and technical community, the dedication to CPD from biomedical scientists," says IBMS Professional Support Services Manager Christian Burt.

Nominations are open from Wednesday 25th May until Sunday 17th July. Find out more & nominate: https://www.ibms.org/resources/news/cpd-awards-return-for-2022/

A quick reminder that the closing date for registering for the IBMS NI branch AGM is this Thursday 26th May.

Zoom link also available!

A reminder that 2022 is on the way on Thursday 9th June. I’m sure preparations are in full swing all over the country!



PS Plenty of competitions to enter - details available on IBMS website https://www.ibms.org/biomedical-science-day/competitions/

****5 days left to Register****
Register by emailing [email protected] either to attend at the Gasworks or to receive a zoom link for the Evening meeting/AGM with David Wells & Sheri Scott.

The Northern Ireland IBMS branch are holding an evening meeting and AGM at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Belfast. Tuesday 31st May. Guest speakers are IBMS CEO David Wells and Sheri Scott. A light buffet will be provided from 1745 with the event commencing at 1830. Register via email to [email protected] along with any dietary requirements by Thursday 26th May.

Interested in the opportunity to network and exchange ideas with other members. This is your chance to join the NI IBMS Northern Ireland Branch committee and get involved. Complete the nominations form and return it to [email protected] before the AGM on 31st May.

Don’t forget to order your event packs for Biomedical Science Day 2022! See link below to place your order.

Less than a week left for members to order their event packs. Get free goodies for your stands and stalls here: https://www.ibms.org/biomedical-science-day/event-packs/

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We’re delighted to announce IBMS Fellow Dr Sue Jones as our new Executive Head of Education. Sue will begin her new role at the IBMS on 1st June 2022. Find out more: https://www.ibms.org/resources/news/meet-our-new-head-of-education/