Biomedical Scientist | 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 leading healthcare organization in Lancashire seeks an experienced Biomedical Scientist to join their well-established Biochemistry Department. The successful candidate will perform and interpret biochemical tests to a high standard while ensuring compliance with established protocols. The role requires effective handling of patient samples and participation in quality assurance schemes. This is a full-time position in a vibrant coastal area with various attractions, making it a great place to work and live.

Qualifications

• Experience in performing and interpreting biochemical tests.
• Familiarity with Standard Operating Procedures in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Process and interpret biochemical investigations competently.
• Provide accurate biochemistry results in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with biochemistry protocols.
• Rotate through laboratory sections to maintain skills.

Skills

Biochemical investigations

Internal and External Quality Assurance

Safe handling of hazardous materials

Education

Qualification in Biomedical Science

Job description

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

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.

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

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.

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 a number of 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.

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

• To 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.
• To provide accurate biochemistry results that are entered onto the computer system and ensure they are reported accurately and timely.
• To comply with biochemistry policies.
• To participate in Internal and External Quality Assurance Schemes.
• To ensure safe handling of hazardous and infective materials according to defined protocols.
• To ensure equipment is used safely and according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
• To be responsible for the efficient and effective use of materials within the laboratory.
• To rotate through the sections of the laboratory to maintain skills.
• To ensure equipment is used safely and according to manufacturers’ guidelines.
• To obtain patient samples for comparison studies when required for evaluation, verification or validation.

This advert closes on Monday 29 Dec 2025