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Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology/Blood Transfusion

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Dartford, DA2 8DA

Salary

£41,957 to £50,387

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

9 September 2026

9 days left

Job description

This is a permanent role with successful applicants being based at Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford but required to also work at Medway Maritime Hospi...

Successful applicants will be expected to participate in an ongoing quality programme to maintain compliance with the Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and United Kingdom Accreditation Standards (UKAS).

This post will require full participation full in a 24/7 shift working pattern and will received enhanced pay in line with Agenda for Change unsocial hours payments for maintaining round the clock services.

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Education and Training

Essential

  • Specialist portfolio in Haematology or Transfusion Science or equivalent
  • State registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) specifically as a Biomedical Scientist, Clinical Haematology and/or Transfusion Science
  • Evidence of CPD
  • BSc Degree in Biomedical Science (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in all areas of Haematology & Blood Transfusion in a Pathology laboratory (or equivalent).

Desirable

  • Use of Q-Pulse quality management software system.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Detailed knowledge of theory and analytical techniques in Haematology & Blood Transfusion
  • Knowledge of current trends in Haematology & Blood Transfusion and the requirements of Clinical Pathology Accreditation (CPA), UKAS and MHRA
  • Methodical and able to organise own and others' workload
  • Ability to solve problems
  • Able to make decisions and refer difficult decisions to their manager
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

  • Knowledge of blood film morphology and haemoglobinopathy screening
  • Specialised knowledge and understanding of more complicated techniques used in Haematology & Blood Transfusion

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

26 August 2026

Last checked

28 August 2026

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About the employer

DAG
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

NHS organisation

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