Band 7 Senior Biomedical Scientist - Point of Care Testing

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A large NHS Trust in Birmingham is seeking a Band 7 Senior Biomedical Scientist to oversee Point of Care Testing (POCT) across multiple sites. The role requires HCPC registration and a Master’s degree, along with significant laboratory experience. Responsibilities include managing POCT devices, supporting clinical teams, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to high-quality patient care. The position is full-time with a 12-month contract.

Qualifications

• Must be HCPC registered as a Senior Biomedical Scientist.
• Master’s degree or equivalent required.
• Experience in delivering training and managing staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage a variety of Point of Care Testing devices across multiple hospital sites.
• Provide specialist advice to staff and manage clinical activities.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and training of new staff.

Skills

HCPC registration

Laboratory health and safety expertise

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Fault-finding and troubleshooting skills

Specialised knowledge of laboratory practices

Education

MSc or equivalent academic achievement

Post-registration specialty training

Qualification in delivering training

Job description

Band 7 Senior Biomedical Scientist - Point of Care Testing

The closing date is 21 December 2025

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Biomedical Scientist to join the Point of Care Team at University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) Birmingham, one of the largest teaching hospitals in England comprising four main hospital sites: Queen Elizabeth, Heartlands, Good Hope and Solihull Hospital. The successful candidate will be expected to work across all sites on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract working 37.5 hours per week.

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic HCPC registered Senior Biomedical Scientist, holding a relevant master’s degree or recognised equivalent. The candidate should have a sound theoretical and practical knowledge of POCT with a minimum of three years’ experience working in UK laboratories.

This busy department delivers POCT services in all clinical areas of the Trust and in nearby community centres. The post holder will support the expanding POCT service and manage several different POCT devices, ensuring they meet governance requirements for a safe and quality‑led service. The department actively promotes innovation and development, working towards UKAS accreditation.

The role requires working both independently and as part of a team, with a common goal of providing high‑standard service to patients. The candidate will need knowledge and understanding of Point of Care Testing within the NHS environment, and will be expected to support breath test clinics managed by POCT. Flexibility to work across the sites is required.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for the day‑to‑day management of a wide variety of POCT devices across all four sites. This includes offering specialist advice to staff and service users, first‑line staff management (rostering, training, performance management) and representation at relevant cross‑site meetings.

You will collaborate with the service management team, associate practitioners and other senior biomedical scientists in POCT. You will manage devices, perform appraisals and other HR/workforce duties, requiring strong communication and interpersonal skills.

You must have knowledge of all aspects of health and safety associated with laboratory procedures, a keen eye for detail and a desire to expand and develop the service. You should be committed to providing high standard service to patients, enthusiastic about staff training and laboratory quality, and have good understanding of legislation, regulation and compliance with ISO 15189:2012.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• State registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• MSc or equivalent academic achievement ratified by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), or an equivalent level 7 postgraduate certificate or diploma
• Qualification in delivering training
• Evidence of continuing professional development and proficiency in accordance with HCPC guidelines
• Post‑registration specialty training in accordance with IBMS guidelines
• Attendance at a formal management course
• Good awareness of current issues within pathology locally and nationally

Experience

• Ongoing completion of a portfolio demonstrating continuing competence in the area of expertise and professional development
• Discipline‑specific proficiency for HCPC registration
• Significant post‑registration experience in a specific laboratory discipline
• Demonstrable experience in delivering training
• Specialised knowledge of good laboratory practice, good manufacturing practice and quality assurance practices
• Knowledge of laboratory accreditation, relevant ISO and European standards
• Fault‑finding and troubleshooting skills
• Laboratory health and safety expertise
• Knowledge of HCPC and IBMS professional standards, ethics and proficiencies
• Biomedical science theory and practice (haematology, biochemistry, microbiology, cellular pathology, and molecular pathology)
• Evidence of supervisory role or experience
• Understanding of accreditation within labs (e.g. ISO 15189, MHRA)
• Evidence of HR and personnel experience

Additional Criteria

• Reliable and punctual
• Able to participate in Duty Manager rota for out‑of‑hours service as required

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly the CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.