Biomedical Scientist - Haematology | Permanent Opportunity | Central London)

Benton Robertson; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Biomedical Scientist to join a prestigious haematology department in Central London. This permanent role offers competitive salary and excellent career progression. You will perform vital haematology investigations, maintain high-quality laboratory standards, and contribute to patient care in a respected environment. With a commitment to professional development and a range of employee benefits, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their career in a supportive team. Join a leading healthcare provider and make a meaningful impact in patient outcomes.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Private medical healthcare

33 days annual leave

Season ticket travel loan

Family-friendly benefits

Retail and service discounts

Career progression pathways

Funded education opportunities

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist with experience in haematology.
• Strong technical skills in blood counts and coagulation studies.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of haematology investigations and analyses.
• Operate and maintain automated haematology analysers.

Skills

Haematology investigations

Blood counts

Coagulation testing

Blood film morphology

Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

Education

HCPC registration

Post-registration experience in a UKAS-accredited lab

Job description

Biomedical Scientist - Haematology | Permanent Opportunity | Central London

Job Title: Biomedical Scientist - Haematology Location: Central London Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week (including 1 in 4 Saturdays on a rota basis) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Overview:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Biomedical Scientist to join a well-established Haematology Department within a prestigious private healthcare provider in Central London. This permanent role offers excellent career progression, a competitive salary, and a wide range of employee benefits in a highly respected laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform a full range of Haematology investigations, including blood counts, coagulation testing, blood film morphology, and specialist haematology procedures.

Analyse and interpret laboratory results accurately, ensuring a high standard of patient care.

Operate and maintain a variety of automated haematology analysers after competency-based training.

Participate in internal quality control (IQC) and external quality assurance (EQA) schemes.

Assist in stock control, method development, and validation of new testing equipment.

Adhere to laboratory policies, procedures, and UKAS ISO 15189 standards.

Support senior biomedical scientists with day-to-day laboratory operations and contribute to ongoing service improvements.

Requirements:

HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist (Haematology discipline).

Demonstrable post-registration experience in a UKAS-accredited Haematology laboratory.

Strong technical skills in full blood counts, coagulation studies, blood film examination, and specialist testing.

Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and patient data entry.

Team-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high-quality laboratory standards and improving patient outcomes.

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week.

Initially core hours (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM), transitioning to a 24/7 rota once competencies are signed off.

Initial contract duration of 3 months , with strong potential for extension based on performance and service needs.

Benefits:

Contributory pension scheme (up to 20% total contribution).

Private medical healthcare.

33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).

Season ticket travel loan, plus a range of family-friendly benefits.

Access to a variety of retail and service discounts.

Clear career progression pathways and funded education opportunities.

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