Biomedical Scientist - Haematology and Transfusion

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS trust in Norwich is offering exciting career opportunities for HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientists. In this full-time role, candidates will work rotationally across state-of-the-art laboratories, ensuring quality in haematology and transfusion. The position requires a strong understanding of laboratory protocols and independent practice. Suitable candidates will benefit from a supportive work environment with multiple staff benefits, including flexible working hours and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Fast‑Track Staff Physiotherapy Service

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

On‑site nursery

Salary Sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• State registration with the HPC is essential.
• Specialised Diploma from the IBMS required.
• In-depth knowledge of assay performance necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily test procedures including calibration and quality control.
• Communicate complex test information to healthcare colleagues.
• Manage day-to-day routine work in specialized services.

Skills

In‑depth knowledge of the assays performed within their service

Understands clinical analyser performance evaluation

Able to effectively work within a complex multi‑disciplinary team

Education

State registration with the Health Professions Council (HPC)

Specialised Diploma from the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS)

Tools

Current laboratory software

Job description

Job Summary

The Eastern Pathology Alliance is formed from three Pathology Laboratories based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH), the James Paget University Hospital, and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Kings Lynn.

Opportunity Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for 2 HCPC‑registered Biomedical Scientists to work in full‑time cross‑site rotational roles between the NNUH hub laboratory and the QEH spoke laboratory in Haematology and Transfusion. Candidates will be rostered to cover shifts on both sites and will have independent practice experience in haematology and transfusion. Full training and competency assessment will enable them to work on both sites. Candidates must have their own transport for travel between sites, with mileage reimbursement provided.

Main duties of the job

• Oversee and run daily test procedures on all methodologies, including calibration and quality control testing, and sign off as fit for clinical use.
• Ensure the team processes urgent and routine work to maintain turnaround times in line with Trust and Service policies.
• Fault‑find equipment and analysers, taking appropriate action to keep them operational and fit for purpose.
• Participate in out‑of‑hours rosters between NNUH and QEH sites in haematology and transfusion.
• Input and amend patient data and results, including colleagues’ work and specimen reception.
• Provide education and training to medical staff, clinical scientists, other biomedical scientists, trainee biomedical scientists, MLA’s and visiting students as required within laboratory haematology.
• Demonstrate ongoing competence by attending courses, lectures, mandatory CPD and other training activities.

About Us

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff! The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first‑class acute care to around one million people in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state‑of‑the‑art facilities such as the Quadram Institute. We work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching and placement opportunities for their students.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Fast‑Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi‑faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream – access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
• Free 24‑hours confidential counselling support
• On‑site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On‑site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Details

• Date posted: 05 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 6
• Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time, Flexible working
• Reference number: 234‑25‑E0922
• Job locations: NNUH/QEH, Norwich, NR4 7UY

Job responsibilities

• Communicates complex clinical scientific service–related test information to managers, consultants, nurses, other health‑care colleagues, patients and patient carers.
• Answers telephone inquiries from pathology users, patients and patient carers about test results and provides information that is highly complex about methodologies and service requirements.
• Interprets results and reassures the users that the information is correct when results do not agree with clinical presentation, and investigates and problem‑solves situations in their specialist field.
• Manages own work and day‑to‑day routine work in specialised services, responsible for processing both urgent and routine work to maintain routine turnaround times in line with Trust and Service policies.

Person Specification

Essential – Qualifications

• State registration with the Health Professions Council (HPC)
• Specialised Diploma from the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS) or equivalent

Essential – Skills

• In‑depth knowledge of the assays performed within their service
• Understands clinical analyser performance evaluation, including very complex instrumentation
• Able to effectively work within a complex multi‑disciplinary team

Desirable – Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge, understanding and the ability to use current laboratory software

Attitude, aptitude – Essential

• Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
• Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Additional Information

• Disclosure and Barring Service Check – This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) is required to check for any previous convictions.
• Certificate of Sponsorship – Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
• UK Registration – Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
NNUH/QEH
Norwich
NR4 7UY
Website: https://teamnnuh.co.uk/