Biomedical Scientist/BMS Practitioner

Integrated Care System; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in London is looking for professionals for Band 5 and Band 6 laboratory positions. Responsibilities include performing and analyzing tests related to organ transplants and blood products, along with supervising and training staff. The role offers flexible working opportunities, professional development, and generous annual leave. Candidates must have HCPC registration and experience in relevant laboratory techniques.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

NHS pension scheme

Support for continuous learning and professional development

Qualifications

• Must be registered with HCPC and have relevant postgraduate training.
• Experience in laboratory techniques and mentoring required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and analyze laboratory investigations related to organ transplant and blood transfusion.
• Monitor workflow and supervise junior staff.
• Train and support new staff and provide urgent on-call work.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Mentoring

Quality Control

Education

HCPC registration and relevant postgraduate training

Job description

You will be working as part of a clinical team, including doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Your role will directly contribute to saving and improving patients' lives. There are many opportunities for career advancement. With experience and training, you may progress to managing a section of the laboratory or become a consultant lead responsible for the entire laboratory service. You may also specialize in areas vital to modern diagnostic services, such as Quality Control, training and education, or research and development. We will provide an extensive induction and training program, along with ongoing development to support your career ambitions.

Main duties of the job

Band 5 - Perform, analyze, record, and interpret a wide range of laboratory investigations and technical procedures related to patient test results for organ transplant and blood transfusion, and the issue of blood and tissue products, with team support. Handle blood and tissue samples and operate laboratory analyzers and equipment. Support and train new and less experienced staff. Undertake urgent on-call work, providing 24/7 testing and advice, depending on specialty. Work variable hours, including weekends and bank holidays, with appropriate notice, as per the roster. Participate in shift and on-call rotas and provide cover during operational emergencies.

Band 6 - Perform, analyze, record, and interpret a wide range of investigations related to patient test results and blood products, with team support. Monitor workflow, procedures, equipment, and storage, taking appropriate action to resolve issues. Analyze, validate, interpret, record, transmit, and report investigation results. Handle blood samples and operate laboratory analyzers and equipment. Supervise, train, and mentor junior staff.

About us

At NHS Blood and Transplant, we are a team of over 6,000 people making a difference by helping communities across the UK donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells. Our core values are Caring, Expert, and Quality, guiding us to deliver exceptional service. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached recruitment profile for a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification. You will need to demonstrate these attributes throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer:

• Flexible working opportunities
• 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service
• NHS pension scheme
• Support for continuous learning and professional development through our Thrive program

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Qualifications for Band 5 and Band 6 roles as specified, including HCPC registration and relevant postgraduate training

Experience

• Experience relevant to Band 5 and Band 6 roles, including laboratory techniques, equipment, and mentoring