Biomedical Scientist - Peterborough | North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist for the Haematology department in Peterborough. The role supports routine Haematology, Coagulation, Blood Transfusion and Specialist Haematology, with 24/7 service commitments.

The post requires NHS experience, strong communication, and the ability to train others within a busy laboratory. Band 5 with competitive enhancements applies.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist required.
• Experience in UK NHS haematology and blood transfusion lab essential.
• Able to work in a busy, 24/7 Haematology service with training and competency assessment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills; capable of supporting trainees.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Haematology Op Manager, Blood Transfusion Manager and Consultant Pathologists to deliver quality, cost-effective service.
• Perform scientific testing and report results accurately in Haematology and Blood Transfusion.
• Contribute to training and development of junior staff and trainees.

Skills

HCPC registered

Haematology knowledge

Blood transfusion experience

Education

HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist

Tools

Winpath

Q-Pulse

Sysmex XN

Beckman Navios

Aquios Flow Cytometers

TOPs coagulation analysers

BioRad Variant II

Ortho Vision

Job description

Biomedical Scientist - Peterborough | North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

The Haematology department at North West Anglia NHSFT have an exciting opportunity for a highly capable and enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join our dedicated team in a modern department, providing a high-quality Haematology and Blood Transfusion service.

Current experience in a UK NHS haematology and blood transfusion laboratory is essential for the Band 6 role and desirable for the Band 5 role.

Our busy UKAS and MHRA accredited department is fully computerised (Winpath) and utilises the Q-Pulse quality management system. Equipment includes Sysmex XN track, Beckman Navios and Aquious Flow Cytometers, IL TOPs coagulation analysers, BioRad Variant II and twin Ortho Visions.

The successful candidate must have excellent communication and organisational skills, a proven track record in a busy NHS haematology laboratory or equivalent and be able to demonstrate a broad level of specialist knowledge and practical experience.

They will be expected to participate in all aspects of the service including Routine Haematology, Coagulation, Blood Transfusion and the Specialist Haematology section and where appropriate will assist in the development of trainee staff.

The department operates a 24/7 service. The successful candidate would be expected to fully participate in the departments 24/7 operating hours following suitable training and competency assessment. Participation in this rota will attract antisocial payment enhancements and additional hours, further details can be given on request.

Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust’s redeployment process.

We are an IBMS accredited training laboratory. The department regularly holds lunchtime seminarsgiven byinternal and external speakers and we have an experienced Training Lead in post to support training needs. You must be keen to develop your knowledge and skills but to also develop others.

• To work closely with the Haematology Operational Manager, Blood Transfusion manager and theConsultant Pathologists to deliver a quality driven, cost effective andcustomer focused Service, including Haematology & BloodTransfusion specialities.
• To practice as a State registered BMS and contribute to the scientific output of the Service, in a manner appropriate to the professional experience of the post holder.
• To take part in programmes to ensure that all staff are appropriately trained and developed.
• To assist in realignments of elements of service provision, in close co-operation with the Consultant Pathologists, the Departmental Management teams and the Haematology Services Manager.
• To perform test procedures, often of a complex nature, accurately recording & reporting results

This advert closes on Sunday 15 Nov 2026

£32,073 - £39,043 per annum - Band 5 for qualified candidate or Band 5 Annex 21