Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Birmingham is seeking a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist to join the Haematology department. The ideal candidate must be HCPC registered and have an IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Science. Responsibilities include performing technical tasks, working collaboratively within the laboratory, and ensuring compliance with HCPC standards. The role offers opportunities for professional development and a commitment to high-quality patient care in an expanding laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with UK laboratory experience in Haematology.
• IBMS accredited Degree with relevant Specialist Portfolio.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical tasks in line with HCPC standards.
• Collaborate within the laboratory team.
• Maintain compliance with ISO 15189:2022 standards.

Skills

Clinical laboratory experience

Laboratory techniques and automation

Communication with stakeholders

Biomedical Science theory

Quality control practices

Health and safety knowledge

Education

BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

HCPC registration

Post-registration specialist competency portfolio

Job description

Job Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist within the Haematology department. We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual, to help deliver a high-quality, first-class service to our users. Our Trust is one of the largest acute hospital Trusts in England and is composed of four hospital sites; Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QE), Heartlands Hospital, Good Hope Hospital and Solihull Hospital (HGS). Additional funding has been awarded to recognise the growth within our Trust. In 2024 we saw our new 45 million elective hub at Solihull Hospital open, Heartlands Treatment Centre became fully operational, and our services continued to expand at Good Hope and QE. The laboratory is ISO15189 and MHRA accredited, approved for IBMS training and military training facility. Additionally, the laboratory situated on the QE site is the nominated Coagulation laboratory for the West Midlands Regional Haemophilia comprehensive care service, and a designated Trauma Centre. The ideal candidate must be a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist. Applicants will rotate through Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Transfusion and therefore must have an IBMS accredited Degree and relevant IBMS Specialist Portfolio. You must have UK laboratory experience as a Biomedical Scientist in Haematology, having a sound theoretical and practical knowledge. Further study, scientific posters and papers, and CPD are encouraged and supported.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for performing the technical tasks to meet the needs of the laboratory service, in line with HCPC standards of proficiency. This includes analysis, technical validation, interpretive decisions, and reporting of samples to achieve efficient and effective patient care and resource management. You will be expected to work collaboratively within the laboratory team. You will be committed to providing a high standard of service to our patients and partake in the quality programme of the laboratory. You should have an understanding of legislation, regulation and the maintenance of compliance with ISO 15189:2022.

After appropriate training you will be expected to participate in the departmental shift system which attracts AfC enhanced payments.

Applications will be considered from individuals who require the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology & Hospital Transfusion Science. In these circumstances successful applicant salaries will be as per AFC Annex 21 - 70% of the top of band 6 until awarded the diploma, which would be expected to be completed in less than two years. Please indicate progress of the diploma within your application. It is expected that you have been deemed competent previously within Haematology or Blood Transfusion to be eligible.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent academic achievement ratified by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
• State registration with the Healthcare Professions Council (HCPC).
• Post registration specialist competency portfolio or equivalent.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and proficiency in accordance with HCPC guidelines.

Experience

• Experience of working in clinical laboratories commensurate with the laboratory position.
• Experience of laboratory techniques and automation.
• Experience of dealing with suppliers, clinical and support staff, the public or customer care.
• Working knowledge of Biomedical Science theory and practice (Haematology, Transfusion, Biochemistry, Microbiology and Cellular Pathology).
• Quality control and assurance practices.
• Laboratory health and safety.
• HCPC and IBMS professional standards, ethics, and proficiencies.

Desirable

• Understanding of accreditation within labs (e.g. ISO 15189, MHRA).

Additional Criteria

• Honesty
• Reliability
• Resilience and adaptability
• Self-motivated.
• Positive attitude.
• Expected to participate in all out of hours periods as required by service provision.

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 https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm. 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 at Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

EEO Statement

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Employer Details

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm