Biomedical Scientist Band 5/6 Haematology & Transfusion

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust; Stockport; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Stockport is seeking a motivated Biomedical Scientist to join the Haematology and Transfusion team. The role includes high-quality testing and participation in a 24/7 shift rota. The ideal candidate will have practical knowledge in routine haematology, prioritize workload effectively, and support ongoing department projects. Benefits include generous annual leave, NHS pension scheme, and staff discounts.

Benefits

27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS pension scheme

Salary sacrifice schemes

NHS Staff discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Support from Stockport Credit Union

Qualifications

• Experience in providing high-quality services in Haematology and Transfusion.
• Ability to work in a team and engage in CPD activities.
• Previous out-of-hours working experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Join the Haematology and Transfusion team to provide quality services.
• Participate in a 24/7 shift rota expected within 3-4 months.
• Support current projects related to new blood science analysers.

Skills

Comprehensive practical knowledge of routine haematology

Ability to prioritize workload

Drive service improvements

Experience in anticoagulation

Education

IBMS accredited Biomedical Scientist qualification

Tools

Atellica Hema

Sysmex CN

Menarini Resolution 9210

Ortho Vision

Job description

BIOMEDICAL SCIENTIST - Haematology and Transfusion - Band 5/6

Permanent Contract - Full time (37.5h/week including participation in a 24/7 shift rota).

(Banding subject to agenda for change and meeting essential criteria for the role).

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Biomedical Scientist to join our dedicated team. The Haematology and Transfusion team provides high-quality services to Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, including Stepping Hill Hospital, other specialist centres, and community health services.

The Blood Sciences Department processes over 8 million tests annually. Haematology and Transfusion utilize advanced analysers such as Atellica Hema, Sysmex CN, Menarini Resolution 9210, and Ortho Vision. The department also offers anticoagulant clinic services, including community clinics in GP locations throughout Stockport, providing opportunities for patient-facing roles. Experience in Anticoagulation is advantageous.

Please read the job descriptions and person specifications first and ensure you meet the essential criteria before applying.

The successful candidate will have comprehensive practical and theoretical knowledge of routine haematology and blood group serology. Ability to prioritize workload during busy periods and drive service improvements to maintain ISO standards is essential. Appointees will rotate through all sections of the department as appropriate.

Participation in the 24/7 shift rota is expected within 3-4 months of joining. Previous out-of-hours (OOH) working experience is beneficial.

You should demonstrate self-motivation, organization, and active engagement in CPD activities. The role involves working alongside Medical Laboratory Assistants, Assistant Practitioners, Biomedical Scientists, and Clinical staff, with training to work in all lab sections.

The department is ISO 15189 accredited and holds IBMS training status. Current projects include new blood science analysers and a new LIMS system; the successful candidate will support these initiatives.

As a key healthcare provider and major employer in Stockport, we value diversity and aim to make our workforce representative of the community. We encourage applications regardless of race, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, or maternity status, with particular welcome to underrepresented groups.

If you need application support, please contact our recruitment team for alternative methods.

We support flexible working requests and will consider them seriously to balance service needs.

Benefits include:

• 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• NHS pension scheme
• Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, electronics, and more
• NHS Staff discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary finance options
• Support from Stockport Credit Union

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Raisa Zaman
Job title: Haematology and Blood Bank Technical Lead
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]