Job summary
This role presents a fantastic opportunity for a motivated HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist to further develop their specialist expertise within the Haematology and Blood Transfusion section of a busy, friendly Blood Sciences department.
The position is primarily based at Bedford Hospital, though the successful candidate will be required to contribute to a 24/7 shift rota across both Bedfordshire Hospital laboratory sites in line with service needs.
The department is fully accredited to ISO 15189 standards and holds IBMS/HCPC training status. It is also one of a select number of organisations recognised by the National School of Healthcare Science for training in Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology, and Transfusion Science.
A wide range of advanced instrumentation is in use, including the Beckman Coulter DxH900 and Automate 1200, IL ACL TOP 550 and 350, Grifols Erytra Eflexis analysers, and the Sebia Capillarys 3 Octa for haemoglobinopathy screening. The team is committed to ongoing service improvement, with a focus on expanding on-site testing, enhancing service integration, and fostering strong collaboration across the wider Pathology network.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
- Actively contribute to the daily operations of the Haematology and Blood Transfusion service, supporting both routine and technical tasks.
- Collaborate with specialist and senior Biomedical Scientists to deliver a high-quality, efficient service in line with the Quality Management System (QMS).
- Assist with implementing service improvements and changes as directed by senior staff or management, adapting to evolving needs.
- Ensure all work adheres strictly to UKAS accreditation standards, national and European legislation, and discipline-specific regulatory requirements.
- Support the training and development of support staff, promoting a collaborative and learning-focused team environment.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: The full Job Description and Person Specification are attached for complete details and responsibilities.
Important: Due to recent changes in UK immigration policy regarding Health and Care Visa and Skilled Worker Visa holders, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this post.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform duties as an HCPC Registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist, supporting the delivery of departmental services.
- Work alongside specialist and senior Biomedical Scientists to provide a cohesive, highquality service in collaboration with the clinical lead.
- Implement the departments quality policy and ensure compliance with agreed quality objectives.
- Contribute to maintaining and continuously improving UKAS standards by effectively using the Pathology Quality Management System (QMS).
- Participate in quality circles and conduct audits to meet ISO 15189 compliance requirements.
- Assist in resolving nonconformities identified through audits or complaints by supporting action plans and ensuring corrective/preventative measures are completed.
- Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintain documentation control via the QPulse Document Management Module.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: The full Job Description and Person Specification are attached for complete details and responsibilities.
Important: Due to recent changes in UK immigration policy regarding Health and Care Visa and Skilled Worker Visa holders, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this post.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform duties as an HCPC Registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist, supporting the delivery of departmental services.
- Work alongside specialist and senior Biomedical Scientists to provide a cohesive, highquality service in collaboration with the clinical lead.
- Implement the departments quality policy and ensure compliance with agreed quality objectives.
- Contribute to maintaining and continuously improving UKAS standards by effectively using the Pathology Quality Management System (QMS).
- Participate in quality circles and conduct audits to meet ISO 15189 compliance requirements.
- Assist in resolving nonconformities identified through audits or complaints by supporting action plans and ensuring corrective/preventative measures are completed.
- Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintain documentation control via the QPulse Document Management Module.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed an Institute of Biomedical Scientist (IBMS) accredited degree (BSc) in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent and demonstrable experience at BMS level. HCPC BMS Registrant.
Experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of Biomedical procedures. Must have experience working in Biomedical science at a basic level.
Desirable
- Laboratory experience in Haematology or Blood Transfusion laboratory
- Has experience of independent working
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, at all levels. Good listening skills
Skills
Essential
- Ability to utilise evaluation tools. Standard keyboard skills. Excellent Inter-personal skills. Personal integrity - leading by example. Drive and determination. Flexibility
Desirable
- Flexible in approach and in working relationships.
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialised knowledge of Biomedical procedures. Fully conversant within the Biomedical methodology, and ability to work without supervision, but within the parameters of the role descriptor.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed an Institute of Biomedical Scientist (IBMS) accredited degree (BSc) in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent and demonstrable experience at BMS level. HCPC BMS Registrant.
Experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of Biomedical procedures. Must have experience working in Biomedical science at a basic level.
Desirable
- Laboratory experience in Haematology or Blood Transfusion laboratory
- Has experience of independent working
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, at all levels. Good listening skills
Skills
Essential
- Ability to utilise evaluation tools. Standard keyboard skills. Excellent Inter-personal skills. Personal integrity - leading by example. Drive and determination. Flexibility
Desirable
- Flexible in approach and in working relationships.
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialised knowledge of Biomedical procedures. Fully conversant within the Biomedical methodology, and ability to work without supervision, but within the parameters of the role descriptor.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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