Biomedical Scientist Haematology/Blood Transfusion
Barts Health NHS Trust
London, SE18 4QHView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£45,953 to £54,254
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
8 November 2026
20 days leftJob description
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership's (ESEL) Haematology Department. We are looking to ...
To carry out / supervise technical and scientific work in a section of the laboratory under the direction of Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist. Flexible hours including weekend and bank holiday working will be required within the minimum37.5 hours per week in accordance with Agenda for Change (AfC) Terms and Conditions.To practice as a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist providing a patient focused, cost effective and efficient service.The post holder will undertake technical and scientific work under the direction of appointed line manager and training leads.The post holder is required to rotate through the various sections of the laboratory and work at different laboratories networked within ESEL Pathology Partnership. The post holder must participate in the either the AfC hybrid (day & night) orpermanent night shift patterns. Where staff work the latter, hours of work will fluctuate per week as per roster pattern and will attract enhancements. Where the post holder is employed on the Annex 21 contract, they will be sponsored to attainthe IBMS Specialist Diploma (Haematology & Blood Transfusion). Advancement to the Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Full Band 6) role is conditional on the verified attainment of the IBMS Specialist Diploma within a designated 2-year time frame.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.
The Pathology Partnership was formed in May 2021. Between 2021 and 2024 the Partnership undertook a complex transformation programme to establish a single network of laboratories, underpinned by a single Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and single Quality Management System (QMS).
The Partnership has a main hub laboratory at the Royal London Hospital and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at the six other hospital sites served by the Partnership.
The Partnership has three operational divisions
Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry
The 2024/25 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £121m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 860 WTE.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc. Biomedical Science or equivalent
- Holder of the IBMS Certificate of Competence, Registration Portfolio.
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
- Registered as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council
Desirable: - Further relevant specialist qualifications (eg BBTS certificate, IBMS Certificates)
Experience
Essential
- t HCPC registration diagnostic experience in Haematology & Blood Transfusion.
- Experience with a computerised laboratory information system.
- Previous experience working in a large medical laboratory.
- Experience of working as a team
Desirable
- Experience of a variety of diagnostic techniques in Haematology.
- Experienced using the following named IT systems
- WinPath Enterprise (Clinisys).
- Q-Pulse
- Demonstrate ability to use own initiative when dealing with patients/staff to solve problems
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced scientific knowledge for relevant discipline
- Detailed understanding of UKAS, Quality Management Systems
- Good understanding of Health & Safety Legislation
- Good understanding of Governance Requirements.
- Detailed knowledge of MHRA legislation
Desirable: - Knowledge of Quality Management System and can demonstrate participation in obligatory activities
Skills
Essential
- Competent in basic laboratory techniques and troubleshooting
- Good level IT skills
- Good time management.
- Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packages
- Ability to analyse, interpret, and present routine data/results/concepts.
- Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal).
Desirable: - Good keyboard skills; - Polite, helpful and confident manner.; - Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packages.
Other
Essential
- Reliable, responsible person.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Able to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptations
- Respects confidentiality.
- Hold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies.
- The post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations
Desirable: - Previous NHS experience.; - Good interpersonal skills.; - Adaptable and flexible.
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First seen
16 October 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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