Biomedical Scientist (Bacteriology) | Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is looking for 2 WTE Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientists to join its Microbiology team. Ideal candidates will have an accredited degree and experience in a Bacteriology laboratory. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic tests and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The role involves flexible working patterns to maintain a healthy work-life balance, with opportunities for part-time and self-rostering. This position is essential for delivering high-quality diagnostics and patient care.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Support for healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• Must have HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist.
• 1 year experience as a Band 5 post in Microbiology is required.
• Ability to perform a wide range of diagnostic tests.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic tests on clinical samples to detect infections.
• Use techniques such as culture, microscopy, PCR, and other methods.
• Communicate effectively with clinicians regarding significant results.

Skills

Registered Biomedical Scientist

Experience in Bacteriology laboratory

Skill in diagnostic techniques

Education

Accredited Biomedical Scientist degree

Completed Specialist portfolio in Microbiology

Job description

Our busy and friendly Microbiology team at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals is looking for 2 WTE Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientists to join us as we continue to deliver high-quality diagnostics and patient care.

Are you an experienced and motivated HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist looking to take the next step in your career? Do you hold the following:

• An accredited Biomedical scientist degree
• A years' experience working in a Bacteriology laboratory as a Biomedical Scientist
• Has a completed Specialist portfolio in Microbiology (if HCPC registration attained after 2008)/or equivalent experience/qualifications (If HCPC registration attained before 2008)?

If you have answered yes to these questions, please feel free contact us for an informal chat, we would love to hear from you!

Consideration will be given to those with IBMS registration and relevant laboratory experience for a Band 5 position. Automatic progression to a Band 6 position will be awarded based upon the following criteria being met:

• 1 year experience as a Band 5 post HCPC registered BMS within a Microbiology department
• Completion of the BVH Microbiology lone working associated competencies and integration onto the out of hours on-call rota

Please ensure that all aspects of the role requirements are covered in the "supporting information" section of your application.

Applicants will need to able to work between 8am and 8pm. Participation in weekend and Bank Holiday sessions is also required.

The post holders will work in the context of the objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Teaching Hospital Trust as a registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist within the Bacteriology laboratory.

The principal duty of the post holder is to perform the following:

• Perform a wide range of diagnostic tests on clinical samples (e.g. blood, urine, swabs, sputum) to detect bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections
• Use techniques such as culture, microscopy, antigen detection, PCR, and other molecular methods
• Interpret and validate test results in accordance with laboratory protocols and quality standards
• Ensure all work complies with UKAS/ISO 15189 quality management systems and infection prevention guidelines
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and analysers
• Participate in internal and external quality assurance schemes
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely and accurate results delivery
• Communicate effectively with clinicians and other healthcare professionals regarding urgent or significant results
• Contribute to training, supervision, and mentorship of less experienced staff or students
• Take part in the extended working hours shift pattern, including evenings, weekends, and on-call duties

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a 1-hour drive from Manchester & Liverpool. 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.

As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents – it’s not just a good place to work; it’s 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. Blackpool also offers several scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the North and London in the South.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals encourages flexible working in all our roles to support staff in maintaining healthy home-life balance. Working patterns such as part time working, self-rostering, compressed hours, annualised hours can be explored. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.

Please refer to the Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Bacteriology) - job description attached. Any questions, please feel free to contact the Microbiology team for further discussion.

We recommend that all individuals employed in patient facing roles, or those located on a ward or department where patients receive a service should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

This advert closes on Wednesday 24 Dec 2025