Biomedical Scientist

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable UK healthcare provider is seeking a qualified Biomedical Scientist to join their Biochemistry Department. The candidate will perform and interpret biochemical tests, deliver accurate results, comply with laboratory protocols, and participate in quality assurance schemes. Qualifications include a BSc in Biomedical Science and relevant registrations. The role offers a salary range of £31,049 to £46,580 depending on experience, reflecting the importance of expertise in Biochemistry at a well-established medical institution.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in an NHS laboratory, gained over several years.
• Experience of Automation techniques.
• Experience of accreditation systems and QC schemes in Biochemistry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all requests are processed in accordance with department protocols.
• Plan, perform and interpret biochemical investigations.
• Provide accurate biochemistry results entered into the computer system.
• Comply with biochemistry policies.
• Participate in Internal and External Quality Assurance Schemes.

Skills

Good oral and written communication skills

Good laboratory practice

Technical and organisational skills

Client/customer liaison

Education

BSc Biomedical Science

Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council

IBMS Specialist Diploma in Biochemistry or equivalent

Job description

Biomedical Scientist

The closing date is 29 December 2025

The Biochemistry Department is looking for suitably experienced and qualified Biomedical Scientist to join the friendly, well‑established team in Blackpool.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work in the context of the Objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Biomedical Scientist in the Department of Biochemistry.

The post holder will carry out all tests and background tasks following established Standard Operating Procedures.

Additional duties will be undertaken as directed by the Head of Department in consultation with the post holder.

About us

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty‑five‑minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

Blackpool is the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort and is a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world‑famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. The town also offers scenic cycling routes, panoramic coastal views, and fast rail connections to Edinburgh and London.

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY:

The post holder will work in the context of the Objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Biomedical Scientist in the Department of Biochemistry.

The post holder will carry out all tests and background tasks following established Standard Operating Procedures, within one of the following sections of the Biochemistry Department.

Additional duties will be undertaken as directed by the Head of Department in consultation with the post holder.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all requests submitted to and accepted by the department are processed in accordance with the department agreed protocols.
• Plan, perform and interpret all biochemical investigations to a high level of competence.
• Provide accurate biochemistry results that are entered onto the computer system and ensure they are reported accurately and timely.
• Comply with biochemistry policies.
• Participate in Internal and External Quality Assurance Schemes.
• Ensure safe handling of hazardous and infective materials according to defined protocols.
• Ensure equipment is used safely and according to manufacturers guidelines.
• Be responsible for the efficient and effective use of materials within the laboratory.
• Rotate through the sections of the laboratory to maintain skills.
• Obtain patient samples for comparison studies when required for evaluation, verification or validation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSc Biomedical Science
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.
• IBMS Specialist Diploma in Biochemistry or equivalent.

Experience

• Experience of working in a NHS laboratory, gained over several years.
• Experience of Automation techniques.
• Experience of accreditation systems and QC schemes in Biochemistry.

Skills

• Good oral and written communication skills, telephone technique, client / customer liaison.
• Good laboratory practice, technical and organisational skills.
• Patient and calm, yet assertive and decisive when required.

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 to submit a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

£31,049 to £46,580 a year Dependant on experience