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Senior Biomedical Scientist - Haematology

The closing date is 30 April 2026

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Senior Biomedical Scientist - Haematology Exeter Hospital | Haematology | Permanent | Full time Up to £ £50,500 depending on experience 37.5 hours per week

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Biomedical Scientist, you will: Deliver quality pathology services and taking a share of covering on-call service out of hours. Perform biomedical diagnostic testing, interpretation and reporting, through to quality control. Support the organisation in validating and assessing new equipment and developing new diagnostic procedures. This is part of our ongoing quest to deliver the very best experience possible for patients. Lead the Quality Management of the department

About us

Nuffield Health Exeter Hospital The Exeter Nuffield hospital is based next to the RDUH hospital in Wonford, Exeter. The hospital has 2 theatres, as well as a hybrid cardiac catheter laboratory/theatre and an Endoscopy suite. There are two ward areas: an inpatient area with 21 beds and a day-case ward with 10 beds. We also have a busy outpatient department, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and radiology department including an MRI scanner. We specialise in elective orthopaedic and spinal surgery, cardiology including invasive procedures, general surgery, plastics and cosmetic surgery, ENT, and gynaecology. The Hospital has a MAKO robot that undertakes some of the joint replacement surgery which we have become well known for in this field of surgery.

Details

Date posted

02 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

JR0097041

Job locations

Wonford Road

Exeter

EX2 4UG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Senior Biomedical Scientist - Haematology Exeter Hospital | Haematology | Permanent | Full time Up to £ £50,500 depending on experience 37.5 hours per week To look after the nation's heath, we must provide the highest standards of care. So, we need to work with the best talent around. That's why we're looking for someone who understands how important it is to maintain great relationships while providing the high levels of service in a modern pathology laboratory. As a Biomedical Scientist at our Exeter Hospital, you'll bring the relevant qualifications and laboratory experience in Haematology and multidisciplinary biomedical science. You have a good working knowledge of different analytical equipment in a range of techniques. You're also a natural communicator and team player, and you share our idea of quality. As a Senior Biomedical Scientist, you will:

  • Deliver quality pathology services and taking a share of covering on-call service out of hours.
  • Perform biomedical diagnostic testing, interpretation and reporting, through to quality control.
  • Support the organisation in validating and assessing new equipment and developing new diagnostic procedures. This is part of our ongoing quest to deliver the very best experience possible for patients.
  • Lead the Quality Management of the department
    • As a Senior Biomedical Scientist you will need:
  • To be HCPC registered.
  • MSc Biomedical Science (or equivalent qualification/experience).
  • Relevant laboratory experience in multi-disciplinary biomedical science and significant Haematology (Inc morphology) experience.
  • Good working knowledge of different analytical equipment in a range of multi-disciplinary techniques.
  • The ability to understand how vital it is to maintain good customer relationships and provide high levels of service in a modern pathology laboratory.
  • Highly motivated and enthusiastic individual able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
    • Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Nuffield Health Exeter Hospital The Exeter Nuffield hospital is based next to the RDUH hospital in Wonford, Exeter. The hospital has 2 theatres, as well as a hybrid cardiac catheter laboratory/theatre and an Endoscopy suite. There are two ward areas: an inpatient area with 21 beds and a day-case ward with 10 beds. We also have a busy outpatient department, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and radiology department including an MRI scanner. We specialise in elective orthopaedic and spinal surgery, cardiology including invasive procedures, general surgery, plastics and cosmetic surgery, ENT, and gynaecology. The Hospital has a MAKO robot that undertakes some of the joint replacement surgery which we have become well known for in this field of surgery. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Senior Biomedical Scientist - Haematology Exeter Hospital | Haematology | Permanent | Full time Up to £ £50,500 depending on experience 37.5 hours per week To look after the nation's heath, we must provide the highest standards of care. So, we need to work with the best talent around. That's why we're looking for someone who understands how important it is to maintain great relationships while providing the high levels of service in a modern pathology laboratory. As a Biomedical Scientist at our Exeter Hospital, you'll bring the relevant qualifications and laboratory experience in Haematology and multidisciplinary biomedical science. You have a good working knowledge of different analytical equipment in a range of techniques. You're also a natural communicator and team player, and you share our idea of quality. As a Senior Biomedical Scientist, you will:

  • Deliver quality pathology services and taking a share of covering on-call service out of hours.
  • Perform biomedical diagnostic testing, interpretation and reporting, through to quality control.
  • Support the organisation in validating and assessing new equipment and developing new diagnostic procedures. This is part of our ongoing quest to deliver the very best experience possible for patients.
  • Lead the Quality Management of the department
    • As a Senior Biomedical Scientist you will need:
  • To be HCPC registered.
  • MSc Biomedical Science (or equivalent qualification/experience).
  • Relevant laboratory experience in multi-disciplinary biomedical science and significant Haematology (Inc morphology) experience.
  • Good working knowledge of different analytical equipment in a range of multi-disciplinary techniques.
  • The ability to understand how vital it is to maintain good customer relationships and provide high levels of service in a modern pathology laboratory.
  • Highly motivated and enthusiastic individual able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
    • Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Nuffield Health Exeter Hospital The Exeter Nuffield hospital is based next to the RDUH hospital in Wonford, Exeter. The hospital has 2 theatres, as well as a hybrid cardiac catheter laboratory/theatre and an Endoscopy suite. There are two ward areas: an inpatient area with 21 beds and a day-case ward with 10 beds. We also have a busy outpatient department, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and radiology department including an MRI scanner. We specialise in elective orthopaedic and spinal surgery, cardiology including invasive procedures, general surgery, plastics and cosmetic surgery, ENT, and gynaecology. The Hospital has a MAKO robot that undertakes some of the joint replacement surgery which we have become well known for in this field of surgery. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • As a Biomedical Scientist at our Exeter Hospital, you'll bring the relevant qualifications and laboratory experience in Haematology and multidisciplinary biomedical science

    Experience

    Essential

    • ou have a good working knowledge of different analytical equipment in a range of techniques. You're also a natural communicator and team player, and you share our idea of quality.
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • As a Biomedical Scientist at our Exeter Hospital, you'll bring the relevant qualifications and laboratory experience in Haematology and multidisciplinary biomedical science

    Experience

    Essential

    • ou have a good working knowledge of different analytical equipment in a range of techniques. You're also a natural communicator and team player, and you share our idea of quality.

    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.

    Certificate of Sponsorship

    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.

    Certificate of Sponsorship

    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).

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Nuffield Health

    Address

    Wonford Road

    Exeter

    EX2 4UG


    Employer's website

    https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Nuffield Health

    Address

    Wonford Road

    Exeter

    EX2 4UG


    Employer's website

    https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Talent Acquisition

    People Services

    peopleservices@nuffieldhealth.com

    03001235080

    Details

    Date posted

    02 April 2026

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    JR0097041

    Job locations

    Wonford Road

    Exeter

    EX2 4UG


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